Hybrid Telecom Network Security Analyst

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Certification and professional develop

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a vigilant Telecom Network Security Analyst to strengthen the security of its network infrastructure in a hybrid Upington setting. The role combines on-site collaboration with remote analysis to protect data and services across the Northern Cape region and beyond.

You will monitor traffic, perform vulnerability testing, investigate incidents, and develop security policies while collaborating with IT teams to embed best practices into network design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Cybersecurity/IT or related field.
• 4+ years in network security analysis, preferably in telecom.
• Solid knowledge of TCP/IP and common network security vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network traffic and security logs for suspicious activities and potential security breaches.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on network infrastructure.
• Investigate security incidents, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines for network access and data protection.
• Implement and manage security solutions, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs.
• Stay informed about cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.
• Collaborate with network operations and IT teams to integrate security best practices into design and operations.
• Respond to security alerts and provide incident response support.
• Prepare security reports and present findings to management and stakeholders.
• Contribute to security awareness training for employees.

Skills

Network security analysis

TCP/IP knowledge

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Vulnerability scanners

ISO 27001

NIST

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Hybrid work

Education

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

Tools

SIEM platforms

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Vulnerability scanners

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a vigilant Telecom Network Security Analyst to strengthen the security of its network infrastructure in a hybrid Upington setting. The role combines on-site collaboration with remote analysis to protect data and services across the Northern Cape region and beyond.

You will monitor traffic, perform vulnerability testing, investigate incidents, and develop security policies while collaborating with IT teams to embed best practices into network design.