Verizon · 23 hours ago
Network Security Engineer
Richardson, Texas
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$81K/yr - $155K/yr
3+ years expVerizon is a leading telecommunications company seeking a highly motivated Network Security Engineer to join their GN&T Network Security team. The role involves managing the security lifecycle of network assets, implementing threat detections, and developing incident response protocols to enhance security posture.
Communications InfrastructureInternetInternet of ThingsMobileTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Discover, identify, and inventory all network assets and asset information (model, version, etc) in your respective area of responsibility
Build a deep understanding of the network assets and the roadmap to quickly assess the impact of vulnerabilities and identify End-of-Life/End-of-Support hardware/software
Assist with developing a baseline of normal operations and implement threat detections to alert of deviations to proactively identify potential cyber threats
Assist in developing incident response protocols to quickly identify, contain, and resolve network security incidents and threats
Understand the current state of security fundamentals in VCP (Verizon Cloud Platform) FarEdge domain and improve the security posture through the implementation of Network Security fundamentals
Perform Security fundamentals assessment for new Front Door projects and BAU releases in the VCP FarEdge domain
Ownership and accountability for the network security scorecard and help drive increased maturity, visibility, and subject-matter expertise
Ensuring that the security controls planned for the Networks are operating effectively
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or three or more years of relevant work experience
Three or more years of relevant work experience, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training
Experience with networks, 4G/5G wireless network functions with virtualization and containerization technologies like Openstack and Kubernetes
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Preferred
Experience with Splunk or other data analysis tools
Network Security certifications such as CISSP
Familiarity with Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions
Demonstrated organization and project management skills
Knowledge of technical product and systems development lifecycle
Proven track record of managing and delivering results
Leadership experience as a subject matter expert
Effective written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills
Benefits
Full spectrum of health and wellbeing resources, including a first in-class Employee Assistance Program
Generous paid time off benefits
Training and development for all levels
Volunteering opportunities as part of our environmental, community and sustainability commitment
Health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance
Matched 401(k) savings plan
Up to 8 company paid holidays per year
Up to 6 personal days per year
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc.
Up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service
Company
Verizon
Verizon is a broadband and telecommunications company that provides information and entertainment services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$34.39BKey Investors
Maryland Department of Housing and Community DevelopmentU.S. Department of DefenseConnect Maryland
2025-07-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.29B
2024-06-20Grant· $2M
2024-02-26Post Ipo Debt· $1B
Leadership Team
Daniel Schulman
Chief Executive Officer
Santiago Tenorio
SVP & CTO
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