Senior Network Security Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits

Professional development budget

Leadership opportunities

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Network Security Specialist to safeguard telecom network infrastructure in Sandton. Design, implement, and manage security measures to protect data and systems, guiding security strategy and achieving strong security posture.

The role offers leadership opportunities, exposure to advanced security technologies, and a flexible remote work option to balance work-life integration. A seasoned security expert will lead initiatives and drive organizational security

Qualifications

• 8+ years in network security, with a focus on telecom environments.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, protocols and technologies.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM or CCSP are highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain network security solutions (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, SIEM).
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing.
• Develop and enforce network security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Respond to security incidents, investigate breaches, and implement remediation strategies.
• Stay updated on threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
• Provide guidance and mentorship on security matters to IT teams.

Skills

Network security expertise

Incident response

Forensic analysis

Threat landscape awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Cybersecurity

Tools

Cisco security

Palo Alto

Check Point

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Security Specialist to safeguard their telecommunications network infrastructure in Sandton . This critical role involves designing, implementing, and managing robust security measures to protect against evolving cyber threats. You will be instrumental in developing and executing the company's network security strategy, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data and systems. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a security expert to lead initiatives and make a significant impact on organizational security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain network security solutions, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and SIEM systems.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing to identify and mitigate risks.
• Develop and enforce network security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Respond to security incidents, investigate breaches, and implement remediation strategies.
• Stay abreast of the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship on network security matters to IT teams.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in network security, with a focus on telecommunications environments.
• In-depth knowledge of network security principles, protocols, and technologies.
• Hands-on experience with various security platforms and tools (e.g., Cisco security, Palo Alto, Check Point).
• Strong understanding of threat landscapes, incident response, and forensic analysis.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCSP are highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
• Generous professional development budget for training and certifications.
• Opportunity for significant impact and leadership in network security.
• Flexible remote work options for enhanced work-life integration.
• Exposure to advanced security technologies and challenging threat environments.