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Security Engineer

WayUpCary, NCJune 6th, 2026
This role is with Verizon. WayUp is partnering with Verizon to hire top talent.### When you join Verizon Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect around the world. We’re a human network that reaches across the globe and works behind the scenes. We anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together—lifting up our communities and striving to make an impact to move the world forward. If you’re fueled by purpose, and powered by persistence, explore a career with us. Here, you’ll discover the rigor it takes to make a difference and the fulfillment that comes with living the \#NetworkLife. ###What you’ll be doing... You’ll be finding the right technology to help ensure our customers keep their systems secure and spot risks before they become real threats. But you’ll be doing more than just providing IT security—you’ll help customers prepare for the unexpected, defend their systems, and protect their business, brand, and bottom line.Evaluating customer network architecture to identify security risks.Designing solutions to mitigate risk and close security gaps and reduce vulnerability.Supporting configuration analysis and installation of multi-vendor security products.Configuring security devices and installation of hardware and software products from across multiple security vendors. ###What we’re looking for... You’re driven to pinpoint a problem and tenacious about finding a solution. You’re organized and pay attention to details. You are the person that others rely on. You are accountable and follow through with a sense of urgency. You’ll need to have:Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.Four or more years of relevant work experience.Worked as a consultant. Even better if you have one or more of the following:A degree in engineering or computer science.Experience with security risk procedures, security patterns, authentication technologies and security attack pathologies.Certifications in one or more of the following:Security: CISSP, CEH, GCIH, GPEN, CCSK, Security+, Cisco, F5, BlueCoat, Check Point.Network: Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto.Architecture: TOGAF.Service Delivery/Governance: ITILv2/3. 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 In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and a minimum eight assigned office days per month that will be set by your manager. ### Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 ### Equal Employment OpportunityWe’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out [our diversity and inclusion](https://mycareer.verizon.com/life-at-verizon/work-culture/) page to learn more.