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 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.

Responsibilities
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.

Qualifications
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, CloudFormation, Ansible, Python, or PowerShell.
• 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

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

About Us
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 Forbes as a World's Best Employer and Best Employer for Women, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture.

We're 7,000 people strong. We relentlessly and ethically pursue innovation. And we are looking for people like you to help us translate big data into big ideas. Join us and create an exceptional experience for yourself and a better tomorrow for future generations.

Verisk Businesses
Underwriting Solutions — provides underwriting and rating solutions for auto and property, general liability, and excess and surplus to assess and price risk with speed and precision

Claims Solutions — supports end-to-end claims handling with analytic and automation tools that streamline workflow, improve claims management, and support better customer experiences

Property Estimating Solutions — offers property estimation software and tools for professionals in estimating all phases of building and repair to make day-to-day workflows the most efficient

Specialty Business Solutions — provides an integrated suite of software for full end-to-end management of insurance and reinsurance business, helping companies manage their businesses through efficiency, flexibility, and data governance

Catastrophe and Risk Solutions — provides risk modeling solutions to help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to catastrophic events.

Marketing Solutions — delivers data and insights to improve the reach, timing,relevance, and compliance of every consumer engagement

Life Insurance Solutions – offers end-to-end, data insight-driven core capabilities for carriers, distribution, and direct customers across the entire policy lifecycle of life and annuities for both individual and group.

Verisk Maplecroft — provides intelligence on sustainability, resilience, and ESG, helping people, business, and societies become stronger

Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.

Verisk invests in a benefits package for all employees that includes the following: Health Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Disability benefits, and a Paid Time Off program. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes base salary determined based on role, experience, skill set, and location.

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