Remote Telecom Network Security Architect

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Telecom Network Security Specialist to join a global security operations team. This fully remote role requires designing, implementing and maintaining robust security measures to protect extensive network infrastructure and sensitive data on a global scale.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in network security within telecom, hands-on experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto) and VPNs, plus strong risk assessment and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, IT, or related field
• 5+ years in network security, preferably in telecom
• Hands-on with SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls and VPNs
• Strong traffic analysis and threat detection skills
• CISSP/CEH/CCNA Security desirable

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement network security strategies and policies.
• Monitor network traffic for security threats and anomalies using advanced security tools.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests.
• Respond to security incidents, perform forensic analysis, and implement remediation measures.
• Configure and manage security devices such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and SIEM systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulations.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging security threats and technologies.
• Collaborate with IT and network teams to integrate security into design and operations.
• Provide security awareness training to employees.
• Maintain accurate security documentation and incident logs.

Skills

Network security principles

Threat modelling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT or related field

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Cisco ASA firewall

Palo Alto firewall

VPNs

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Telecom Network Security Specialist to join a global security operations team. This fully remote role requires designing, implementing and maintaining robust security measures to protect extensive network infrastructure and sensitive data on a global scale.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in network security within telecom, hands-on experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto) and VPNs, plus strong risk assessment and