Senior Remote Telecoms Security Engineer

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Telecoms Network Security Specialist to safeguard our client's network infrastructure against cyber threats and ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The role is remote-first and requires self-motivation, clear virtual communication, and the ability to work independently.

You will design, implement, and maintain robust security measures across telecom networks, conduct vulnerability assessments, and coordinate incident response with engineering and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of experience in network security, with focus on telecommunications networks.
• Proven expertise configuring and managing enterprise-grade security solutions (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM).
• Strong TCP/IP networking, routing protocols, and common network services knowledge.
• Experience with security assessment tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for incident response.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reporting and collaboration.
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CCNA Security, or CompTIA Security+) desirable.
• Experience in a fully remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network security infrastructure.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor security alerts and events, investigate incidents, and coordinate response.
• Stay updated on cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations.
• Collaborate with network engineering and IT operations teams to integrate security into design and deployment.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including diagrams and incident plans.
• Provide security awareness training to employees.
• Manage and configure security tools and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with security regulations and industry standards.

Skills

Network security

Telecommunications networks

Incident response

Threat intelligence

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

VPNs

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Telecoms Network Security Specialist to safeguard our client's network infrastructure against cyber threats and ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The role is remote-first and requires self-motivation, clear virtual communication, and the ability to work independently.

You will design, implement, and maintain robust security measures across telecom networks, conduct vulnerability assessments, and coordinate incident response with engineering and