Senior Network Security Specialist (Remote)

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development & training

Flexible hours

Job summary

Unknown is seeking a Senior Network Security Specialist to join a fully remote team dedicated to protecting the company’s network and data assets. You will design and manage security solutions, perform vulnerability assessments, and respond to incidents across cloud and on-premises environments.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in network security, strong knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, and cloud security in AWS/Azure, plus SIEM and security tool proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in network security engineering and operations.
• Strong knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and best practices (e.g., TCP/IP, TLS/SSL, PKI).
• Hands-on experience with firewall platforms (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA) and IDS/IPS solutions.
• Experience with cloud security controls and services in AWS or Azure.
• Proficiency in security assessment tools and techniques.
• Experience with SIEM systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or GIAC are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain network security infrastructure including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and WAFs.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses.
• Develop and enforce network security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Monitor traffic for threats and respond to incidents.
• Investigate breaches and provide incident reports and post-mortems.
• Manage security solutions for cloud environments (AWS, Azure).
• Stay updated on threats and technologies; collaborate with IT/engineering.

Skills

Network security engineering

Cloud security

SIEM

Vulnerability assessment

Incident response

Security policies

Networking protocols

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT

Tools

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Cisco ASA

IDS/IPS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive telecommunications company, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Security Specialist to join their fully remote team. This crucial role will focus on protecting the company's network infrastructure and data assets from evolving cyber threats. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and managing security solutions, conducting vulnerability assessments, and responding to security incidents. As a remote-first organization, we value proactive security measures and a collaborative spirit among distributed team members. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in network security principles, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and enjoys tackling complex security challenges in a dynamic environment. This position is key to safeguarding our client's operations and ensuring the integrity of their services across South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain network security infrastructure, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and WAFs.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
• Develop and enforce network security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Monitor network traffic for security threats and anomalies, responding to incidents in a timely manner.
• Investigate security breaches and provide detailed incident reports and post-mortem analysis.
• Implement and manage security solutions for cloud environments (AWS, Azure).
• Stay current with the latest security threats, trends, and technologies.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to integrate security into the network design and deployment process.
• Provide security awareness training and guidance to internal teams.
• Participate in on-call rotation for security incident response.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in network security engineering and operations.
• Strong knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and best practices (e.g., TCP/IP, TLS/SSL, PKI).
• Hands-on experience with various firewall platforms (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco ASA) and IDS/IPS solutions.
• Experience with cloud security controls and services in AWS or Azure.
• Proficiency in security assessment tools and techniques.
• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or GIAC are highly preferred.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement savings plans.
• Our client supports continuous professional development through training, certifications, and virtual conferences.
• You will have the opportunity to work on challenging security projects and contribute to a secure digital future for the telecommunications industry, all from your chosen location in South Africa .