Verizon Communications

Distinguished AI and Data Security Engineer

Verizon Communications • $130K — $155K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of relevant work experience.
  • 8+ years of relevant experience in data engineering or cybersecurity.
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL for ETL processes and data manipulation.
  • Advanced skills in optimizing queries for relational and non-relational databases.
  • Experience in maintaining web infrastructure and backend frameworks.
  • Hands-on experience deploying predictive models in web environments.
  • Previous experience in Vulnerability Management or Cyber Security organizations.

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain scalable data pipelines for cybersecurity data integration.
  • Build and optimize backend web infrastructure for reporting solutions.
  • Engineer data models and optimize database architectures.
  • Develop machine learning models for vulnerability risk assessment.
  • Create automated frameworks for data processing and web deployments.
  • Ensure data integrity with quality checks and compliance safeguards.
  • Manage web servers and databases for high availability of EVM products.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness options including medical, dental, vision.
  • Matched 401(k) savings plan up to specified limits.
  • Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
  • Tuition assistance and career development support.
  • Up to 15 days of vacation per year, increasing with service.
  • Additional personal days and paid holidays.
Full Job Description

What you'll be doing:

Verizon’s Exposure and Vulnerability Management (EVM) Engineering and Reporting team is seeking a Sr. AI and Data Engineer to lead the development of our security data architecture, web infrastructure, and artificial intelligence models. In this role, you will be the hands-on driving force building scalable data pipelines, managing the web infrastructure that hosts our reporting solutions, and developing AI models to predict and prioritize cybersecurity vulnerabilities.


While you will build AI and predictive analytics solutions, your primary focus will be engineering the robust data pipelines, databases, and web services that make those intelligent insights possible. You will have the opportunity to influence the blueprint of how diverse asset data is structured, securely hosted, and meaningfully delivered to the security organization.


By engineering scalable data models, reliable web infrastructure, and intelligent AI pipelines, you will help ensure our infrastructure is ready for predictive analytics and that our reporting solutions provide proactive, automated insights rather than just historical data.


Key Responsibilities include:

  • Data Pipeline & Architecture: Design, construct, and maintain highly scalable data pipelines (ETL/ELT) that ingest, transform, and centralize complex security data from numerous Systems of Record (SoR) into the Cyber Data Hub.
  • Web Infrastructure & API Management: Build, maintain, and optimize the backend web infrastructure required to securely serve data dashboards, reporting portals, and AI model endpoints to end-users.
  • Database Engineering: Engineer comprehensive data models (conceptual, logical, physical) and optimize relational and non-relational database architectures for both high-volume transactional processing and BI/analytics workloads.
  • AI & Predictive Analytics: Develop and deploy machine learning models and intelligent automation to enhance vulnerability risk scoring, utilizing the data foundations and infrastructure you have built.
  • Frameworks & Automation: Create reusable, automated frameworks and CI/CD workflows for data processing, web deployments, and model training to ensure low-touch, sustainable operations.
  • Data Integrity & Governance: Implement strict data quality checks, schema validations, and compliance safeguards to ensure the absolute integrity of downstream reporting and AI inputs.
  • Environment Management: Maintain and monitor our web servers, databases, ML staging, and UAT reporting environments to ensure high availability and reliable, secure deployment of EVM products.
  • Technical Leadership: Translate complex security program needs into concrete data and infrastructure tasks, guiding junior engineers and serving as a key technical liaison between security operations and core engineering.


What We’re Looking For:

We need a builder with a vision—someone who views complex security problems through the lens of data architecture, scalable web infrastructure, and intelligent automation. You should be deeply analytical, thrilled by processing massive datasets, capable of maintaining the web services that deliver those insights, and eager to leverage AI to stay ahead of emerging threats. You flourish in fast-paced environments and possess the technical credibility to guide both infrastructure execution and architectural direction.


You'll need to have:


  • Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.
  • Eight or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of job-related work experience, military experience, or specialized training or education (non-collegiate).
  • Experience in Python and SQL for complex data manipulation, ETL processes, and algorithmic development.
  • Advanced expertise in writing, optimizing, and debugging complex queries and schemas for relational (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle) and non-relational (MongoDB, Elasticsearch) databases, as well as modern Data Warehouses (e.g., Snowflake, BigQuery).
  • Proven experience deploying, securing, and maintaining web infrastructure, REST APIs, and backend frameworks, as well as working with web servers/proxies.
  • Hands-on experience developing predictive models and integrating ML libraries into production web environments.
  • Prior experience engineering within a Vulnerability Management program or Cyber Security organization.

Even Better if You Have:


  • Exceptional ability to translate client needs into achievable technical requirements and present infrastructure/data roadmaps to executive leadership.
  • Advanced experience with cloud-native web hosting, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless architecture.
  • Experience fine-tuning Large Language Models (LLMs) or building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) frameworks to run on top of your data infrastructure.
  • Understanding of security frameworks (NIST, SOX, FISMA) and the full IT stack (OS, Network, Cloud, SDLC).

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 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
40

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.

The 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. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

About Verizon Communications

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Verizon Communications Careers

Join the vibrant team at Verizon Communications, a global leader in technology and communications, where innovation meets purpose. Our diverse and inclusive culture champions forward-thinking and offers a plethora of job opportunities that cater to enhancing your professional growth and career trajectory. Work You’ll Do At Verizon Communications, you will be part of a dynamic team that is at the forefront of driving digital transformation in the telecommunications industry. Our commitment to diversity and innovation is not just about staying competitive but fostering an environment where all employees can thrive. Lead with Innovation Embrace the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that redefine how people connect. Verizon is not just a company; it's a community of leaders and innovators. With over tens of thousands of employees worldwide, our leadership is committed to providing a platform where skills and ideas converge to create impactful solutions. Join Our Inclusive Team Verizon’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is integral to our company’s ethos. We believe in empowering our team members by providing them with the tools, resources, and support they need to succeed. This includes comprehensive benefits, diversity training, and opportunities for professional development. Explore Career Opportunities Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Verizon offers a range of employment options to match your career ambitions. Our team is hiring creative and solution-driven professionals who are eager to learn and grow. Networking and Professional Growth Advance your career with Verizon’s unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Engage in networking events, leadership programs, and training sessions designed to hone your skills and expand your industry knowledge. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Verizon internship. Gain hands-on experience, work with seasoned professionals, and understand the inner workings of one of the world’s leading tech companies. Our internships offer a unique insight into our company culture and operations, setting a solid foundation for your career. Benefits and Culture At Verizon, we prioritize the well-being of our team members. Enjoy a comprehensive package of benefits that supports both your professional and personal life. Our culture promotes work-life balance, employee wellness, and continuous learning. Stay Connected Join Our Team Explore the various job opportunities at Verizon Communications and find the position that best suits your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Verizon Communications. Join Verizon Communications today and be part of a team that values leadership, innovation, and diversity. Shape your future in an environment where your work makes a real impact.
Learn more about Verizon Communications
Size
118,400 employees
Market Cap
$164.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$17.8 billion
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
+1.2%
Revenue
$128.2 billion
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