ZPA in under 60 Minutes

Step-by-Step Tutorial: Deploying Zscaler Private Access in Under 60 Minutes

Step 1: Configure Identity Service Provider

• Configure the Identity Provider in Zscaler Private Access by setting up the Identity Provider configuration.
• Authenticate users by configuring the Identity Provider and the Service Provider.

Step 2: Deploy App Connector

• Deploy an App Connector into AWS and your physical data center.
• Provision keys in the Zscaler administration interface and assign them to the connectors to establish a connection with the cloud.
• Dynamically identify applications in your data centers and infrastructure as a service to provide access.

Step 3: Deploy Zscaler Client Connector

• Deploy the Zscaler Client Connector to the workforce in your enterprise.
• Use a Mobile Device Management (MDM) tool like SCCM, Intune, or Jamf to deploy the client connector.
• Install the client connector using a command line or through the Zscaler administration interface.

Step 4: Configure Zscaler Private Access Policies

• Access the Zscaler administration interface at admin.private.zedscaler.com.
• Configure the application segments and policies based on your domain and specific requirements.
• Ensure proper server group configurations and dynamic server discovery for efficient traffic routing.

Step 5: Deploy Connectors in AWS and Physical Data Center

• Launch an instance in your AWS environment and deploy the Private Access Connector.
• Select an appropriate EC2 instance type (recommendation: M5 or C5 for production).
• Configure connector groups for different data centers to manage load and transactions effectively.
• Assign provisioning keys to the connectors for secure communication with the Zscaler cloud.

Step 6: Configure DNS Search Domains

• Set up DNS search domains in the Zscaler administration interface to ensure proper domain validation and connectivity.
• Add search suffixes for fully qualified distinguished names and efficient resolution of internal resources.

Step 7: Monitor and Manage Connections

• Monitor the connections in the Zscaler administration interface to track traffic, user authentication, and application access.
• Review connection details, IP addresses, ports, and data transfer for insights into network activity.
• Download connection information for further analysis and troubleshooting.

By following these steps, you can deploy Zscaler Private Access in under 60 minutes and ensure secure and efficient access to applications in your organization's network infrastructure.