Senior Telecoms Network Security Engineer

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental & vision insurance

Certification & training support

Employer retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Challenging Randburg environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Network Security Engineer to join the security operations team in Randburg. You will design, implement, and manage security solutions protecting our telecoms infrastructure from cyber threats.

You will conduct threat assessments, respond to incidents, and work with SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPN technologies. This role requires strong automation skills and deep telecom network security knowledge.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in network security, with telecom focus.
• Strong knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and encryption.
• Experience with SIEM tools and security analytics.
• Proficiency in scripting languages for automation (Python, Bash).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain advanced security measures for telecom networks.
• Conduct security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
• Develop and enforce security policies across network infrastructure.
• Respond to security incidents, perform forensic analysis, and remediation.
• Monitor traffic for anomalies and mitigate breaches.
• Stay updated on threats and mitigation techniques in telecom.

Skills

Network security

Incident response

Threat assessment

Security analytics

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

SIEM systems

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

VPNs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Telecoms Network Security Engineer to join their dedicated security operations team based in Randburg . This critical role focuses on protecting our telecommunications infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing robust security solutions, conducting threat assessments, and responding to security incidents. This position is vital for ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our network and services, working within a team committed to maintaining the highest security standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain advanced security measures for our telecommunications network, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and SIEM systems.
• Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to identify and address potential weaknesses.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures across the network infrastructure.
• Respond to and manage security incidents, performing forensic analysis and implementing remediation plans.
• Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and anomalies, taking proactive measures to prevent breaches.
• Stay current with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques within the telecoms industry .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in network security, with a strong focus on telecom network environments .
• In-depth knowledge of network security protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption technologies.
• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools and security analytics.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation of security tasks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure during incident response.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for advanced security certifications and training.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Secure and challenging work environment in Randburg focused on cutting-edge security.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional growth.