Principal Engineer – Security Architecture

Verizon

. Drive security initiatives and engage product development teams to embed security throughout Verizon products .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $120,500 - $231,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in security architecture, threat modeling, and security controls across various domains including Web, API, Mobile, Cloud, IoT, and AI. Proficient in programming languages and automation frameworks, with a strong ability to engage and influence product development teams.

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Security ArchitectureThreat ModelingPenetration TestingProgramming LanguagesAI Systems Development

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Hard Skills

Security ArchitectureThreat ModelingPenetration TestingProgramming LanguagesSecurity Requirements AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisApplication SecurityMobile SecurityAutomation FrameworksSecurity Controls

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingInfluencingEngagement

Tools & Technologies

FortifyTenableJiraClaude Code SkillsLangChainLangGraph

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCRISCCCSPCCSKGSECGIACGPEN

Industry Keywords

Cybersecurity FrameworksSecurity PostureSecurity DebtApplication Security ScanningProduct Development Life Cycle

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidAWSCloudCyber SecurityiOSIoTJavaPythonScalaSDLCSwiftC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive security initiatives and engage product development teams to embed security throughout Verizon products
Perform security architecture and design reviews
Conduct threat modeling, code reviews, and business logic reviews
Act as the main driving force for security within the development community
Continuously assess workflows and leverage engineering expertise to build automated processes and AI agents
Provide expert escalation support when automated solutions fall short
Provide software and security expertise in business and technical forums
Lead discussions with development teams and provide security consultation and subject matter expertise
Evaluate security posture and recommend improvements and risk reduction measures
Evaluate threats and attacks affecting Web, API, Mobile, Cloud, IoT, and AI systems
Help develop and implement appropriate security controls
Drive adoption of security as a shared responsibility by empowering product teams with knowledge and tools
Maintain current knowledge of programming languages, data architectures, and automation frameworks
Develop AI agents and automation tooling to streamline routine security tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience
Six or more years of relevant experience, demonstrated through work and/or military experience or specialized training
Security experience across multiple domains, including Web, API, Containers, Mobile (Apple/Android), Cloud (AWS), IoT, Networking, and AI
Product development experience, including software development life cycle or product delivery
Experience performing security requirements analyses for large Web, IoT, mobile, and/or AI systems
Development experience in Swift, Java, Scala, Python, C/C++, or other languages
Ability to solve complex operational issues
Experience in root cause analysis and problem-solving within a complex technical environment
Understanding of security vulnerabilities, penetration testing, and application security scanning tools such as Fortify and Tenable
Experience using and building AI systems and agentic workflows using technologies such as Claude Code Skills, LangChain, or LangGraph
Proficiency in mobile security and application development across iOS and Android platforms
Proven background conducting penetration testing for mobile and web applications
Industry-standard certification such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CCSP, CCSK, GSEC, GIAC, or GPEN
Experience with Jira or similar project management tools
Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and maturity models
Ability to engage with and influence product teams and leadership
Familiarity with security debt and strategies for its reduction

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Basic life insurance
Supplemental life insurance
AD&D insurance
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance
Group home and auto insurance
Matched 401(k) savings plan
Up to 8 company-paid holidays per year
Up to 6 personal days per year
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, and allowances, depending on the role
Up to 15 days of vacation per year for newly hired employees, increasing with additional service
Hybrid work arrangement with work from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office
Incentive-based compensation with potential to earn more