Remote Senior Systems & Security Engineer — Secure Infra

Supportwave; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement fund contribution

Home office setup allowance

Access to advanced security training

Remote work environment

Job summary

Supportwave is seeking a highly skilled Remote Network Security Specialist to join its cybersecurity team, working entirely remotely to protect telecom network infrastructure from evolving threats. You will design, implement, and manage security measures, conduct vulnerability assessments, and respond to incidents to ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and availability across the network.

This remote-first role requires a bachelor's in a related field and 5+ years in network security, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in network security, especially telecom environments.
• Knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and encryption.
• Experience with vulnerability assessment tools and methodologies.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GIAC desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security protocols and infrastructure across the telecom network.
• Monitor network traffic for security breaches and initiate incident response protocols.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures for network access and data protection.
• Manage firewalls, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDPS), VPNs, and other security tools.
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques relevant to the telecom industry.

Skills

Network security

Telecom security

Incident response

Vulnerability assessment

IDPS/Firewalls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

SIEM

VPNs

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and security-conscious Remote Network Security Specialist to join their cybersecurity team, operating entirely remotely. In this role, you will be instrumental in protecting the company's telecommunications network infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. You will design, implement, and manage security measures, conduct vulnerability assessments, and respond to security incidents to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of network data and services. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated security professional to make a significant impact in a remote-first organization, working with advanced security tools and methodologies to safeguard critical infrastructure.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and security-conscious Remote Network Security Specialist to join their cybersecurity team, operating entirely remotely. In this role, you will be instrumental in protecting the company's telecommunications network infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. You will design, implement, and manage security measures, conduct vulnerability assessments, and respond to security incidents to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of network data and services. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated security professional to make a significant impact in a remote-first organization, working with advanced security tools and methodologies to safeguard critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security protocols and infrastructure across the telecom network .
• Monitor network traffic for security breaches and suspicious activities, initiating incident response protocols.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures for network access and data protection.
• Manage firewalls, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDPS), VPNs, and other security tools.
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques relevant to the telecom industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in network security, with a focus on telecommunications environments.
• In-depth knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, encryption).
• Experience with vulnerability assessment tools and methodologies.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote capacity, supporting operations anywhere from East London .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Contribution to a retirement fund.
• Allowance for home office setup and high-speed internet.
• Opportunities for advanced training and obtaining cutting-edge security certifications.
• A dynamic, collaborative, and secure remote work environment focused on protecting vital telecommunications assets.