Senior Telecoms Security Engineer

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg invites a highly experienced Senior Telecoms Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage security for critical telecom networks. You will lead threat assessments, enforce policies, and drive security across the infrastructure.

You will collaborate with engineering teams, stay ahead of threats, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The role offers a hybrid work model and comprehensive health and retirement benefits, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 8+ years in telecoms network security or cybersecurity engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of network security protocols, tools, and technologies.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or GIAC are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive security solutions for telecommunications networks, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify potential risks.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures across the network infrastructure.
• Monitor security alerts and incidents, responding rapidly to contain and resolve threats.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure security is integrated into the design and deployment of new systems.
• Stay current with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques relevant to the telecom industry.

Skills

Security engineering

Threat monitoring

Incident response

CISSP

CCSP

GIAC

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Telecoms Security Engineer to lead the charge in protecting their telecommunications infrastructure. Based in Randburg , you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing robust security measures to safeguard network assets and sensitive data. This role requires a deep understanding of network security principles, threat landscapes, and best practices within the telecommunications sector. You will play a critical role in identifying vulnerabilities, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance with security policies and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive security solutions for telecommunications networks, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify potential risks.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures across the network infrastructure.
• Monitor security alerts and incidents, responding rapidly to contain and resolve threats.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure security is integrated into the design and deployment of new systems.
• Stay current with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques relevant to the telecom industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in telecoms network security or cybersecurity engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of network security protocols, tools, and technologies.
• Proven experience with security hardening, incident response, and risk management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or GIAC are highly preferred.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of office and remote flexibility.
• Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art security technologies in Randburg .
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Continuous learning and professional development support.