How Verizon Secured Jira & Confluence with Custom 2FA and CIDR-Based Access Control
Verizon, a global leader in communications and technology, strengthened its Atlassian security by implementing a custom Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) solution from miniOrange. The solution introduced CIDR-based IP range management, enabling seamless access for trusted internal networks while enforcing robust 2FA for external users, striking the right balance between usability and security.
Verizon’s Business Challenge
As a global telecommunications leader, Verizon needed to secure its Atlassian suite while avoiding unnecessary login friction for employees connecting from trusted networks.
Balancing Security and Usability with Location-Aware 2FA: Verizon’s Challenge
Verizon required a robust 2FA solution for Jira and Confluence with the ability to:
- Bypass 2FA seamlessly for internal users connecting from trusted IP ranges.
- Enforce mandatory 2FA for all external access attempts.
- Simplify the management of trusted IPs to reduce admin effort and risk of error.
The challenge was to implement a system that could adapt authentication requirements dynamically based on user location, without disrupting internal workflows or compromising security.
How miniOrange Helped Solve Verizon’s Challenge
miniOrange provided a customized 2FA solution with CIDR-based trusted IP management, allowing Verizon to balance ease of access for internal users with strong protection against unauthorized external access.
Custom 2FA with CIDR-Based IP Range Management
Key elements of the solution included:
- CIDR Notation for Trusted IPs: Admins could define trusted internal IP ranges efficiently using CIDR format, simplifying management and reducing manual errors.
- Adaptive Authentication: Users logging in from defined IP ranges bypassed 2FA automatically, ensuring smooth internal access.
- Strict External Security: Any login attempt outside trusted networks triggered mandatory 2FA, protecting sensitive Atlassian applications from external threats.
The integration worked seamlessly with Verizon’s Jira and Confluence environments, combining security, usability, and scalability in one solution.
Success Outcome: Secure Access Without User Friction
The miniOrange 2FA solution allowed Verizon to enforce location-aware security policies while maintaining a streamlined user experience for its workforce.
With miniOrange, Verizon was able to:
- Strengthen security by enforcing 2FA for all external access attempts.
- Simplify administration with CIDR-based IP management for trusted networks.
- Ensure smooth internal access without repeated 2FA prompts.
- Scale with growth as network ranges and users expanded.
About Verizon
Verizon Communications Inc. is one of the world’s largest telecommunications companies, providing wireless, broadband, and technology solutions to millions of customers globally. With a strong focus on security and innovation, Verizon continuously invests in technology to safeguard its users and streamline enterprise operations.