Junior Security Engineer

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Job Description

What you’ll be doing...

The Verizon Network Security team is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Network Security Engineer I to join our Network Security Defense organization. The Defense teams are responsible for owning the security lifecycle and effectiveness across the Core, Edge, and Access networks, as well as all other systems and network functions within Verizon.

In this role, you will focus on Broadband Access while gaining hands-on exposure to network asset discovery, security monitoring, vulnerability management, and modern AI-driven security tools. Working alongside senior engineers, you will apply foundational networking, security, and programming concepts (Python, Java, etc.) to help safeguard critical network assets, automate routine tasks, and support the implementation of our Network Security Fundamentals (Access Management, Situational Awareness, Configuration Hardening, and Vulnerability Mitigation). This position offers a strong foundation for launching a career at the intersection of network security, automation, and AI technology.

• Assist in discovering, cataloging, and maintaining the inventory of network assets and metadata (hardware models, firmware/software versions, OS details).
• Support senior team members in auditing network assets to help identify End-of-Life/End-of-Support systems and emerging vulnerabilities.
• Help monitor normal network operational baselines and learn to utilize threat detection tools-including AI-driven analysis tools-to identify potential security anomalies.
• Write, maintain, and execute basic automation scripts and programs (in Python, Java, or Shell) to streamline security scans, log analysis, reporting, and routine operational workflows.
• Leverage SIEM tools like SPLUNK for threat modeling, assist with investigation and analysis
• Leverage modern generative AI tools and AI-assisted platforms to accelerate troubleshooting, documentation, code analysis, and query building Assist with the documentation and execution of incident response procedures for network security alerts and threats.
• Learn and apply the organization's Network Security Fundamentals to support continuous improvement of our overall security posture.
• Contribute data and tracking metrics to support the team’s network security scorecard and compliance visibility. Where you'll be working... In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days in the office.

What we’re looking for...

You'll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field (or equivalent hands-on experience, coursework, or military training).
• Foundational understanding of core networking principles (TCP/IP, routing, switching, subnets, and the OSI model).
• Hands-on programming and scripting knowledge in Python, Java, Bash, or C/C++ gained through coursework, projects, or personal labs.
• Basic familiarity with AI tools and AI fundamentals (e.g., prompt engineering, generative AI assistants, or basic machine learning concepts) and an interest in applying them to security and software engineering workflows.
• Strong desire to learn network defense, threat monitoring, security automation, and infrastructure protection.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment.

If 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.

Where you’ll be working

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Benefits and Compensation

Our 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.