Senior Utilities Principal: Grid Modernization & Private 5G

Verizon; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 139,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon is seeking a Senior Utilities Principal to bridge complex grid and OT/IoT solutions with business goals across the U.S. MEU practice.

You will lead strategic growth, shape ecosystem partnerships, and drive Private 5G, NaaS, and SD-WAN initiatives for major utility clients. Engage with CIOs/CTOs and OT leaders, guide cross-functional teams, and contribute to Verizon's grid modernization and digital transformation efforts.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of relevant work experience in the utilities sector or OT/IoT solutions.
• Bachelor's degree or four or more years of equivalent work experience.
• Willingness to travel.
• Deep utilities market knowledge with grid modernization, cybersecurity, and private networks.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic growth of Verizon's MEU practice with utility customers across the U.S.
• Initiate, guide, and execute pipeline opportunities with Client Partners and Regional Sales Leaders.
• Lead cross-functional teams in developing and implementing opportunities in Private 5G, NaaS, SD-WAN, and SASE.
• Engage in industry events, analyst discussions, and ecosystem partnerships to shape go-to-market strategy.
• Provide strategic guidance on grid modernization, cybersecurity, and OT/IT security for utilities.

Skills

Utilities domain knowledge

Private wireless networks

OT/IoT solutions

Executive-level engagement

Travel willingness

Solution design leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Private 5G

NaaS

SD-WAN

SASE

Job description

Verizon is seeking a Senior Utilities Principal to bridge complex grid and OT/IoT solutions with business goals across the U.S. MEU practice.

You will lead strategic growth, shape ecosystem partnerships, and drive Private 5G, NaaS, and SD-WAN initiatives for major utility clients. Engage with CIOs/CTOs and OT leaders, guide cross-functional teams, and contribute to Verizon's grid modernization and digital transformation efforts.