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…

From internships and co-ops to leadership development programs and entry-level roles, Verizon’s award-winning Campus program allows you to take the next step toward shaping your future. Our Campus program is recognized with awards like WayUp’s Top 100 Internship Programs and RippleMatch’s Campus Forward Award. Why the accolades? It’s easy. We quickly immerse our Leadership Development Engineers in meaningful work and projects that deliver tangible business impact. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to network with V Teamers across the globe, find mentors, and establish meaningful friendships that could last a lifetime. Start here and go anywhere, with opportunities across the business. Our network becomes even stronger when students like you join the V Team.

When you launch your career with our three and half year entry-level Global Network & Technology Leadership Development Program (LDP) - which is part of the Verizon Campus Program - you'll dive into our full spectrum of industry-defining technologies that enable our millions of customers to harness the power of our networks every day. You'll contribute your ideas and advance your skills with a team that thrives on breaking new ground, all in an environment that offers the latest in technology:

In this role, you’ll be:

• Participating in three program-determined rotations in the Global Network and Technology-Network Security organization, focused on preventing, detecting, and mitigating network security threats against Verizon's global network infrastructure and our customers.

• Leadership Program Rotations may include:

  • Network Security-Risk Management & Governance: RM&G is responsible for the creation and execution of the programs related to the identification, classification, and governance of risk across the business.

  • Network Security-Architecture & Engineering: NSA&E architects systems, standards, processes, and networks to allow Core Engineering and Operations to move with the velocity they need while ensuring the services they build and run are deployed and operated securely.

  • Network Security Operations: NSO is responsible for the ongoing operations procedures necessary to identify and respond to threats to Verizon’s network. This includes 24x7 cyber security monitoring and response, vulnerability scanning, remediation enforcement, etc.

• Developing and strengthening your technical, business, and leadership skills through structured assignments, participating in enterprise-wide leadership/management development curriculum, and defined networking/support activities.

• Applying your skills in highly visible, high-impact projects, meetings, and presentations.

This leadership development position will be based out of Branchburg, NJ , Southlake or Richardson, TX, Alpharetta, GA, Ashburn, VA, Cary, NC and follow a hybrid work schedule as set by the manager, including work from home and intentional in-person days. If relocation is required, relocation assistance may be available.

What we’re looking for...

You’re a motivated self-starter with ambitions of becoming a team leader at Verizon. Never satisfied with the status quo, you always try to beat a personal best. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where new challenges come up every day. You are flexible, dependable, and work well in varying environments. Learning quickly is personally rewarding and inspires you to take intelligent risks. You want to make an impact in your community and your company.

You’ll need to have:

• Must be currently enrolled or have been enrolled during the 2023-2024 academic academic year in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Information Systems Security, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Telecommunications or other related majors with a graduation date between December 2023 and June 2024.

• Authorization to work in the US without restrictions or need for future sponsorship.

• Coursework or demonstration of experience in CyberSecurity, Security Intelligence, Engineering, Software Development, Financial and Risk Analysis, and/or Network Operations.

• One or more years of demonstrated leadership skills through work experience, school programs and / or community organizations.

• Willingness to work in Branchburg, NJ, Southlake or Richardson, TX, Ashburn, VA, Alpharetta, GA, or Cary, NC.

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

• Demonstrated strong executive presentation skills.

• Demonstrated strong organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Demonstrated strong quantitative, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic environment and meet critical deadlines.

• Cybersecurity designations and/or certifications.

• Advanced modeling and operations research experience.

• Familiarity with the following technologies and/or principles: security controls and frameworks, scripting, intrusion detection, network security controls, operating systems, network monitoring, incident response, cloud technology, DevOps, threat knowledge and management and regulatory guidelines.

• Familiarity with some of the following technologies and disciplines: SQL, SPSS, Spark, R, SAS, Python, NoSQL, Hadoop, Scala, Java, Hive, Windows, Linux, computer hardware, cloud systems, and architecture, Ruby on rails, shell script, Visio, Android/iOS, Agile and DevOps tools such as GIT or JIRA, RESTful and Microservice APIs, SDLC, JavaScript, MS Visual Studio, security fundamentals, OWASP, UNIX, C++, Oracle, XML, Jenkins, Selenium, DevOps, WYSIWYG HTML editors, design, and prototyping.

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 assigned office days set by your manager.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

We’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 page to learn more.

At Verizon, we're a human network, connected across the globe and working behind the scenes. Our V Teamers lift up communities and make an impact while enjoying the flexibility to focus on the passions that matter most. That’s life in the #NetworkLife.