Senior Telecommunications Network Security Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote stipend

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings plan

Generous PTO

Professional development budget

Flexible schedule

Access to security tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Network Security Analyst to join a globally distributed, remote-first team. You will protect telecommunications infrastructure from cyber threats, lead security initiatives, and conduct vulnerability assessments across a worldwide operations footprint rooted from Benoni, Gauteng, ZA.

The role demands deep network security expertise, incident response, and security design in telecom contexts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, IT, or a related field.
• 7+ years of network security experience in telecommunications environments.
• Proficient with SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, VPNs, and endpoint security.
• Hands-on vulnerability assessment and penetration testing experience.
• Strong incident response and digital forensics knowledge.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GIAC preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain network security strategies and policies.
• Monitor traffic for security breaches using advanced tools.
• Perform vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and audits.
• Lead incident response: containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Analyze threats and develop proactive defense measures.
• Configure security devices (firewalls, IDPS, VPNs).
• Stay updated on threats and defensive techniques.
• Collaborate with IT to integrate security into design and operations.
• Provide guidance on best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Deliver security awareness training.

Skills

Network security experience

SIEM tools

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

VPNs

Vulnerability assessment

Incident response

Digital forensics

Telecommunications environment

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity / CS / IT

Tools

SIEM tools

Endpoint security solutions

Penetration testing tools

Firewall appliances

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Telecommunications Network Security Analyst to join their globally distributed team. This is a permanent, fully remote position, ideal for a dedicated professional looking to make a significant impact on network security without the need for office presence. You will be responsible for protecting the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our client's telecommunications infrastructure from sophisticated cyber threats. This role requires deep expertise in network security principles, threat detection, incident response, and security architecture within a telecommunications context. You will lead security initiatives, conduct vulnerability assessments, and develop robust defense strategies to safeguard our client's assets. As a remote-first organization, we provide the tools and support necessary for you to excel from your chosen location, contributing to the security posture of operations originating from Benoni, Gauteng, ZA and extending globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive network security strategies and policies.
• Monitor network traffic for security breaches and anomalous activity using advanced security tools.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits.
• Lead incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery from security incidents.
• Analyze security threats and develop proactive defense measures and countermeasures.
• Configure and manage security devices such as firewalls, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDPS), and VPNs.
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and defense techniques.
• Collaborate with network engineering and IT teams to integrate security into network design and operations.
• Provide expert guidance on security best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training to relevant personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in network security, with a strong focus on telecommunications environments.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security architectures, and threat vectors.
• Proven experience with SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, firewalls, VPNs, and endpoint security solutions.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability assessment and penetration testing methodologies.
• Strong understanding of incident response procedures and digital forensics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective remote collaboration and reporting.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GIAC, or similar are highly preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with generous matching.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Remote work stipend for home office setup and maintenance.
• Extensive professional development budget for certifications and training.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful security projects.
• Access to leading-edge security technologies.