Network Security Analyst - Telecoms

Placements24; Randburg; Híbrido; ZAR 450.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary & remote work flex

Health, dental, vision insurance

Remote work stipends

Access to advanced security tools

Ongoing cybersecurity training

Key role in telecom security

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a vigilant Network Security Analyst to join a cybersecurity team for a fully remote role safeguarding a telecoms network against evolving threats. You will monitor traffic, detect intrusions, and respond to security incidents.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in a related field, 4+ years of telecom/IT security experience, and proficiency with SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection. Certifications like Security+ or CISSP are desirable.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in network security analysis or a related cybersecurity role within telecoms/IT environments.
• Proficiency with security tools and technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection platforms.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor network traffic and security logs for suspicious activities and potential security breaches using SIEM tools.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, including malware infections, unauthorized access, and DoS attacks.
• Implement and manage security controls such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate weaknesses.
• Develop and update security policies, procedures, and incident response plans.
• Provide security awareness training to employees and stay informed about threats in telecoms.

Conocimientos

Incident response

Digital forensics

Risk management

Security tools familiarity

Educación

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

Herramientas

SIEM tools

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Endpoint protection

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant and proactive Network Security Analyst to join their cybersecurity team, operating in a fully remote capacity. This critical role involves safeguarding the company's telecommunications network infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. You will be responsible for monitoring network activity, detecting intrusions, responding to security incidents, and implementing security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure service continuity. This is an ideal opportunity for a cybersecurity professional to contribute to a secure and robust telecoms environment from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor network traffic and security logs for suspicious activities and potential security breaches using SIEM tools.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, including malware infections, unauthorized access, and denial-of-service attacks.
• Implement and manage security controls, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and VPNs.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
• Develop and update security policies, procedures, and incident response plans.
• Provide security awareness training to employees and stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats and trends relevant to the telecom industry .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in network security analysis or a related cybersecurity role within a telecoms or IT environment.
• Proficiency with security tools and technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection platforms.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, security principles, and common attack vectors.
• Experience with incident response, digital forensics, and risk management.
• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CEH, CISSP are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for remote work stipends.
• Access to cutting-edge security tools and technologies.
• Continuous professional development and training in cybersecurity.
• A crucial role in ensuring the security of a leading telecoms organization.