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A place to share your ideas freely - even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love - driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together - lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.\nWhat you'll be doing...\nAs a Distinguished Engineer - Systems Architecture of the Product Security - Developer Security and Enablement team, this role will champion security initiatives and collaborate closely with product development teams and leadership to embed security into every stage of Verizon’s product lifecycle. This role will conduct security architecture and design reviews, lead threat modeling, perform code and business logic reviews, and serve as a primary security advocate across the engineering community. You will continuously assess workflows, leverage your engineering expertise to build automated processes and AI agents, and provide expert escalation support whenever automated solutions fall short.\nYou will be responsible for the following but not limited to:\nTechnical Leadership:\nServing as the Primary Product Security Engineer (PSE), coordinating security review coverage across a portfolio of products alongside fellow PSEs.\nPartnering with development teams to deliver ongoing guidance, consultation, and information security domain expertise for application and systems development, maintenance, and support.\nPinpointing systemic security vulnerabilities and spearhead strategic security enhancements.\nProactively track emerging threats across Web, API, Mobile, Cloud, IoT, and AI systems to evaluate business impact and design robust security controls.\nPromoting security as a shared responsibility by equipping product teams with essential tools, resources, and insights.\nDemonstrating deep expertise in software engineering and security, communicating complex technical concepts effectively in both business and technical settings.\nEngineering & Automation:\nMaintaining up-to-date knowledge of diverse programming languages, data architectures, and automation frameworks.\nDeveloping AI agents and automation tooling to streamline routine tasks, allowing focus on high-impact, complex security architectures.\nCollaborating in cross-functional teams to execute large-scale, interconnected projects.\nWhat we're looking for…\nYou are a pragmatic software engineer and architect who embraces a \"secure by design\" mindset, effectively balancing risk mitigation with core business goals. Possessing deep expertise in application design and security, you excel at identifying root causes and building sustainable, customer-focused solutions. With exceptional organizational and communication skills, you manage competing priorities effortlessly to drive meaningful results. You constantly seek opportunities to optimize work using AI and automation while recognizing when human judgment is essential.\nYou will need to have:\nBachelor’s degree or four of more years of work experience.\nEight more years of relevant experience demonstrated through professional work, military service, or specialized training.\nExperience in security background encompassing Web, API, Containers, Mobile (iOS/Android), Cloud (AWS), IoT, Networking, and AI domains.\nExperience in security vulnerabilities, penetration testing, and application security scanning tools (such as Fortify and Tenable).\nExperience performing security requirements analysis for large-scale deployments across Web, IoT, Mobile, and AI environments.\nHands-on development experience in languages such as Swift, Java, Scala, Python, or C/C++\nEven better if you have one or more of the following:\nExperience building complex AI systems and agentic workflows using technologies such as Claude Code Skills, LangChain, or custom harnesses.\nProficiency in mobile security and application development across iOS and Android platforms.\nExperience in root cause analysis and technical problem-solving within complex environments.\nExpertise in conducting penetration testing for mobile and web applications.\nIndustry-recognized certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CCSP, CCSK, GSEC, GIAC, or GPEN.\nFamiliarity with cybersecurity frameworks and organizational maturity models.\nProficiency with Jira or equivalent project management platforms for tracking and reporting.\nDemonstrated ability to collaborate with, influence, and align product teams and executive leadership.\nPossess good project leadership and management capabilities.\nIf Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.\nWhere you’ll be working\nIn this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes working from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office, which will be set by your manager. Employees are responsible for maintaining compliance with hybrid work policies.Scheduled Weekly Hours\n40Equal Employment Opportunity \nVerizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.\nBenefits and Compensation\nOur benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From 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. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.\nThe salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. 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