Verizon
Network Security Engineer Routing and Switching
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About Verizon
Verizon Communications Inc. is a leading multinational telecommunications company based in New York City. Formed in 2000 through the merger of Bell Atlantic and GTE, Verizon has grown to become one of the largest wireless carriers in the United States. The company reported revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024 and provides a wide range of connectivity, media, and enterprise services globally, serving nearly all Fortune 500 companies. Verizon offers extensive telecommunications and digital services, including nationwide 4G LTE and 5G mobile networks, high-speed FiOS fiber-optic internet, and various enterprise solutions such as data center services and managed network services. The company has a rich history of innovation, having pioneered significant advancements in mobile technology and internet services. With a focus on both consumer and business segments, Verizon continues to be a key player in the telecommunications industry.
Security at Verizon
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Security Philosophy
- Verizon follows a 'multi-layered methodology' centered on a 'Continuous risk review' process.
- Their philosophy emphasizes a shift from 'reactive scanning to proactive, continuous monitoring and automated web application security.' They align their testing guides with OWASP standards and prioritize findings based on 'business criticality and data sensitivity.' Vulnerability management is viewed as a 'cyclical process of systematically identifying and remediating vulnerabilities.'.
Security Team
Verizon operates an Exposure and Vulnerability Management (EVM) team. The team is currently focused on shifting from reactive scanning to proactive, continuous monitoring. They require expertise in Vulnerability Platform Management and the ability to use Python for building custom integrations between security tools and orchestration platforms like SOAR or Splunk. Specific leadership names and total team size are not publicly available.
Key Initiatives
Verizon's primary active initiative is the 'Application Security Certification Program,' which focuses on visualizing metrics such as 'app risk scores' and 'risk levels.' Operationally, the team is executing a strategy to lead 'Web Application Scanning (WAS)' and maintain a 'dynamic asset tagging strategy' to prioritize findings. There is no public evidence of a formal 'Security Champions' program or specific new tool rollouts announced within the last 6 months.
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