Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet. We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance in domain name system (DNS) services.
We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet. We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career.
The Engineer IV - Information Security, Tools and Engineering, is is a senior technical contributor responsible for the administration, configuration, maintenance and continuous improvement of enterprise security tools and the underlying infrastructure platforms that support them.
This role serves as a technical leader within the Information Security organization, ensuring security technologies are highly available, securely configured, integrated with enterprise systems and aligned with organizational security objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Deploy, configure, maintain and optimize enterprise security tools, including new tool features and tool integrations
- Manage tool lifecycle activities including upgrades, migrations, patching, capacity planning and decommissioning
- Primary technical owner for assigned security tools/platforms
- Develop automation and an engineering first approach to reduce manual efforts
- Partner with security operations to ensure tools support operational workflows
- Establish metrics, KPIs and maturity roadmaps for security tooling effectiveness
- Ensure tools are configured, proactively monitored and maintained according to security best practices
- Participate in change management operations and other shared duties
Requirements:
- 4-year bachelors degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience required
- 8+ years of experience in security technical experience
- 5+ years of experience in network security
- Experience with deploying and maintaining enterprise security platforms such as SIEM, EDR, VM, Cloud Security and Security Orchestration and Automation tools
- Strong scripting and automation skills including Python and experience building automation workflows, integrations or tooling to support security operations
- Experience with Windows and Linux server administration
This position is based in our Reston, VA office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
The pay range is $135,800 - $183,800.
The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is noted above, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience. Verisign offers a discretionary bonus which is based on individual and company performance, and certain roles may be eligible for discretionary stock awards.
Verisign is an equal opportunity employer. That means we recruit, hire, compensate, train, promote, transfer, and administer all terms and conditions of employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories under applicable law.
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Skills Required
- 4-year bachelors degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience
- 8+ years of security technical experience
- 5+ years of network security experience
- Experience deploying and maintaining enterprise security platforms such as SIEM, EDR, VM, Cloud Security, and Security Orchestration and Automation tools
- Strong scripting and automation skills including Python and experience building automation workflows, integrations, or tooling to support security operations
- Experience with Windows and Linux server administration
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes HSA-compatible and PPO options, employer HSA contributions, telemedicine, and on‑demand mental health. Specialized programs extend support for diabetes care, family building, midlife health, and child development, alongside covered preventive care.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with a company match and immediate vesting of matching contributions. Long‑term financial security is further supported through planning resources and savings vehicles.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid time away includes PTO, company holidays, and dedicated family/caregiver leave. Parental bonding leave is provided for birth or adoption, and resources are available for prospective and new parents.
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What We Do
Verisign, a global provider of domain name registry services and internet infrastructure, enables internet navigation for many of the world’s most recognized domain names. Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the Domain Name System (DNS) and the internet by providing root zone maintainer services, operating two of the 13 global internet root servers, and providing registration services and authoritative resolution for the .com and .net top-level domains, which support the majority of global e-commerce.
