Spec Engr III-Security Engrg at Verizon in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Spec Engr III-Security Engrg Location: Chennai, India When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife. What you’ll be doing... The Verizon Cyber Security (VCS) organization securely enables the business by protecting assets and information across Verizon networks, infrastructure and applications. CIS integrates cybersecurity governance, policies, technologies and operations across Verizon, and works to incorporate security into the design of technology systems and services. The Cloud Security team within Verizon’s Cyber Security (VCS) organization works to embed security seamlessly into the development and operations lifecycle of technology systems and services. We are looking for an experienced Cloud Security Engineer to work collaboratively and creatively in the Cloud Security Engineering team to help integrate security into Agile/DevSecOps strategy and practices by using DevSecOps principles, processes and tools. You will also build automation/ infrastructure as code to enforce cloud infrastructure security. You will automate security processes into CI/CD pipeline. Developing and promoting best practices for DevSecOps and secure CI/CD. Staying up-to-date on new security tools & techniques, and act as driver of innovation and process maturity. Designing and implementing automated cloud security controls (e.g., auto-remediation for multi cloud services, IAM, security groups) using Python/Boto3 Collecting security-related metrics and increase security visibility across the organization. Deploying and manage security tools to cloud infrastructure platforms such as Google Cloud or AWS, through automation using infrastructure-as-code principles. Working with teams to bring continuous improvement to DevSecOps processes and tools. What we’re looking for... You’re great at working in teams and can use your interpersonal skills to get your point across. You are self-driven and motivated, with good communication and analytical skills. You’re a sought-after team member that thrives in a dynamic work environment. You will be working with multiple partners so networking and managing effective working relationships should be your top most priority. You have an understanding of industry trends in all areas of Information Security. You'll need to have: Bachelor’s degree or two or more years of relevant work experience. Three or more years of relevant experience in DevOps and Security Engineering Skills. Experience as a full stack developer, with hands-on experience in DevSecOps practices. Proven track record of securely architecting and owning cloud platforms such as (AWS, GCP ) using Infrastructure as code techniques. Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, Artifactory and Ansible. Secure Coding Practices: Deep understanding of secure coding principles and common vulnerabilities in various languages (e.g, Python, Django, JavaScript) including Linux and Unix Expertise. Experience with software development or scripting with at least one of these programming languages – Python, Java, Node JS Knowledge of Agile & DevSecOps methodologies. Development & Visualisation: Developed interactive Power BI dashboards to visualize complex datasets. Even better if you have one or more of the following: A Masters degree. Certifications: One or more of the following AWS, GCP. Experience with API and platform integration. Experience with tools and technologies used throughout secure SDLC (e.g. Fortify) Experience with Linux Containers (Docker), Kubernetes, and deployment of containerized applications/microservices architectures. Experience in software development and Writing efficient SQL queries Experience in Information Security, Networking or Security Risk Management. Experience with ISO 27001-2, NIST 800-53, or other controls standards. Excellent documentation and organization skills. Ability to multitask, take direction, prioritize, and manage multiple activities / tasks to achieve objectives. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills. Ability to present and communicate to both superiors and peers. If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above. Where you'll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Equal Employment Opportunity Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, disability or any other legally protected characteristics. Additional Locations: Hyderabad, India