Data Security Engineer, Jr.

About The Company
Verizon is a global leader in telecommunications, committed to transforming the way people connect, communicate, and share information. With a focus on innovation and technology, Verizon powers the digital world by providing reliable connectivity, cutting-edge solutions, and exceptional customer service. The company fosters a dynamic and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. As a company dedicated to social responsibility and community engagement, Verizon strives to make a positive impact both locally and globally. Employees at Verizon are part of a vibrant community that values diversity, integrity, and excellence, working together to shape the future of communication technology.
About The Role
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Data Engineer to join our Data Services team at Verizon. In this role, you will contribute to building and maintaining the MCP server infrastructure that underpins enterprise security data operations. Your responsibilities will include developing tools that expose vulnerability data and security datasets to AI agents and internal consumers, ensuring seamless data transfers to Google Cloud Storage, and supporting data sharing initiatives for analytics platforms. You will work closely with senior engineers on feature development, bug fixes, and infrastructure enhancements, gaining valuable experience in cloud-native environments and security practices. The role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your technical skills, particularly in cloud computing, data pipelines, security, and AI integration, within a collaborative and innovative team environment.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or more than one year of relevant work experience
One or more years of software engineering experience
Proficiency in Python or .NET (C#) development
Knowledge of data pipeline concepts and ETL patterns
Understanding of security vulnerabilities, input validation, and credential management
Experience with cloud storage solutions such as Google Cloud Storage or similar
Ability to read and understand unfamiliar codebases
Experience with AI coding tools and automation techniques
Strong communication and documentation skills
Responsibilities
Contribute to the development, maintenance, and extension of MCP server tools that expose security datasets to AI agents and internal systems
Implement feature enhancements and bug fixes across data pipeline services, including ingestion improvements and schema updates
Build and maintain reliable data transfer pipelines to Google Cloud Storage, ensuring data integrity and security
Support data sharing and export services for analytics teams, facilitating access to security datasets for reporting and analysis
Participate in impact analysis for schema changes and service contract updates, assessing downstream effects and raising concerns
Enhance internal tooling and operator interfaces to improve data platform usability and functionality
Deploy and manage cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform, expanding and optimizing cloud-hosted services
Implement security remediations, including vulnerability fixes and security hardening, under the guidance of senior engineers
Apply cloud-native security patterns such as secrets management, IAM policies, and encrypted communications
Develop secure, parameterized code with input validation and least-privilege principles
Participate in security reviews, identifying vulnerabilities and documenting findings with precision
Translate security findings into effective code fixes with support from senior team members
Leverage AI coding assistants to accelerate development, code navigation, and pattern application
Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including data flow diagrams, service overviews, and runbooks
Validate AI-generated code, ensuring correctness and integration within the existing codebase
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Disability insurance and life insurance options
Identity theft protection, pet insurance, and group home & auto insurance
Matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off including holidays, personal days, and parental leave
Adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement programs
Opportunities for career growth, skill development, and internal mobility
Remote work flexibility with occasional in-person training and meetings
Equal Opportunity
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or other legally protected characteristics. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

Work arrangement
Yes