Senior Network Security Engineer

Job Description We are seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to help shape and secure Verisk’s global network. In this role you will lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable network solutions with a strong focus on cloud platforms, corporate offices and remote connectivity. You will drive the development of automated, security‑driven architectures across AWS, Azure and hybrid environments to support ongoing network modernization and Zero Trust initiatives.

Your work will enhance our security posture and ensure a resilient, future‑ready infrastructure. This position blends strategic planning with hands‑on engineering and requires close collaboration with Security, Workforce and Application teams to deliver high‑impact, business‑critical solutions. The position can be based in Lehi, UT or Jersey City, NJ, both of which offer a flexible hybrid work model.

• Strengthen network security through next‑generation firewalls, Zscaler services, segmentation and identity‑driven access controls.
• Modernize legacy network designs by introducing cloud‑native connectivity, Zero Trust and automation.
• Support vulnerability remediation, configuration hardening and continuous security monitoring.
• Support cloud networking solutions across AWS, Azure and hybrid environments.
• Build automated, repeatable network deployments using IaC and scripting frameworks.
• Develop resilient, scalable architectures that support global growth and cloud adoption.
• Improve observability and monitoring using modern telemetry and analytics tools.
• Provide senior‑level escalation support and lead root‑cause analysis for complex cloud and network issues.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and communicate clearly with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to engineering standards, reusable automation patterns and best practices.
• Lead M&A infrastructure integration efforts and drive key security initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of network and security engineering experience in large enterprise environments.

• Strong understanding of Zero Trust frameworks, identity‑based access and modern security architectures with hands‑on experience with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA/ZDX) and enterprise firewalls (Checkpoint, Cisco).
• Understanding of cloud networking (AWS, Azure), including VPC/VNet design, transit architectures, private connectivity and AWS firewall.
• Experience with IaC and automation tools such as Terraform, Cloud Formation, Ansible, Python or Power Shell.
• Experience with monitoring/observability platforms and cloud‑native telemetry.
• Solid understanding of core networking (routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP).
• Strong communication, documentation and change management skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem‑solving abilities; proactive and highly self‑driven.

• Zscaler (ZCCA‑ZIA, ZCCA‑PA, ZTCA)
• Aruba ACA/ACP/ACE, ACCP
• AWS/Azure networking certifications
• CCNA/CCNP

Verisk invests in a benefits package for all employees that includes health insurance, a retirement plan, disability benefits and a paid time off program. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes a base salary determined based on role, experience, skill set and location.

All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability. Verisk’s minimum hiring age is 18 except in countries with a higher age limit subject to applicable law.