Cyber Security Advisor/SRI Lead

Nokia; Dadri; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia is seeking a Service Operations Specialist to oversee security risk assessment and operations for telecom networks, ensuring adherence to global standards and Nokia security guidelines. You will work with network engineers and security architects to develop risk registers, policies, and incident response capabilities, while staying ahead of emerging threats.

This role requires deep telecom security knowledge, ISO 27001/NIST frameworks experience, and the ability to manage multiple security

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10–15 years of experience in security risk assessment, vulnerability management, or a related field within the telecom industry.
• Strong understanding of security principles, methodologies, and best practices relevant to telecom networks.
• Experience with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, or similar.
• Experience with network security technologies like firewalls, IDS, VPNs, and network segmentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive security risk assessments for telecom network infrastructure with threat identification and control evaluation.
• Develop and maintain security risk registers with mitigation plans and remediation progress.
• Collaborate with network engineers, security architects, and stakeholders to tailor risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop and implement security policies, standards, and procedures in line with Nokia guidelines.
• Conduct security audits and reviews to identify control gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and vulnerabilities specific to telecom networks.

Skills

Security risk assessment

Vulnerability management

Threat modeling

Incident response

Security policies

Security awareness

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelors in CS/IS/EE

Tools

ISO 27001

NIST CSF

Firewall/IDS

Job description

The Service Operations Specialist technically manages and operates components of IT and telecommunications services provided to end users of Nokia customers, within service levels agreed with those customers.Having sound knowledge of security assessments and risk indexing and various global cyber security standards and frameworks ISO 27XXX, GDPR, NIS2 , NIST, HIPAA, TSA, SOC2, ITU-T, 3GPP , CSA - CCM, ITIL etc. Certifications - ISO 270001 LA/LI, CISA , ITIL V3/4

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Conduct comprehensive security risk assessments for telecom network infrastructure: This includes identifying potential threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors, analyzing their impact on network operations and services, and evaluating the effectiveness of existing security controls.

• Develop and maintain security risk registers: Track identified risks, mitigation plans, and remediation progress for the telecom network.

• Collaborate with network engineers, security architects, and other stakeholders: Understand their security requirements and develop tailored risk mitigation strategies for the telecom network.

• Develop and implement security policies, standards, and procedures: Ensure compliance with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and Nokia's internal security guidelines for the telecom network.

• Conduct security audits and reviews: Assess the effectiveness of existing security controls and identify areas for improvement within the telecom network.

• Stay abreast of emerging security threats and vulnerabilities: Focus on threats and vulnerabilities specific to the telecom industry and recommend appropriate countermeasures for the network.

• Participate in incident response activities: Provide technical expertise and guidance related to security incidents affecting the telecom network.

• Develop and deliver security awareness training programs: Tailor training programs to the specific needs of personnel involved in managing and operating the telecom network.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the organization's overall security strategy: Focus on the security strategy for the telecom network and its integration with the broader organizational security strategy

Qualifications

• You Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in security risk assessment, vulnerability management, or a related field within the telecom industry.

• Strong understanding of security principles, methodologies, and best practices specifically relevant to telecom networks.

• Experience with security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, or similar, with a focus on their application to telecom networks.

• Proven ability to conduct threat modeling, vulnerability analysis, and impact assessments for telecom network infrastructure.

• Experience with network security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, VPNs, and network segmentation.

• Familiarity with telecom protocols and standards (e.g., SS7, Diameter, SIP) and their security implications.

It would be nice to have:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.