Senior Network Security Engineer

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 supporting 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. Position can be based in Lehi, UT or Jersey City, NJ, which both have a flexible hybrid work model.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

Education & Experience

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

Technical Skills

• 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.

Preferred Certifications

• Aruba ACA/ACP/ACE, ACCP
• CCNA/CCNP

For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster.

At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed.

For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work® for outstanding workplace culture in the US, fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and second consecutive year in Poland. We value learning, caring and results and make inclusivity and diversity a top priority. In addition to our Great Place to Work® Certification, we’ve been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbesas a World’s Best Employer and Best Employer for Women, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture.

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