Senior Telecoms Network Security Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development budget

Challenging role protecting critical‑‍

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Network Security Analyst to join a fully remote security operations team. You will design, implement, and manage advanced security controls for telecom networks, conduct threat analyses, and respond to incidents across a distributed environment.

The ideal candidate holds a 6+ year track record in network security within telecom contexts, with hands-on SIEM/EDR/IDS-IPS experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in network security, with a strong focus on telecommunications environments.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and common cyber attack vectors.
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCNA Security, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and incident response skills, effective in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain advanced security controls for telecommunications networks, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and SIEM solutions.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify and remediate weaknesses.
• Monitor network traffic and security logs for suspicious activity, investigating and responding to security incidents promptly.
• Develop and refine security policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance and enhance overall security posture.
• Collaborate with network engineering and IT teams to integrate security measures into network design and operations.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, providing strategic recommendations.

Skills

Threat analysis

Security monitoring

Incident response

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

SIEM tools

Vulnerability scanners

EDR solutions

IDS/IPS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Telecoms Network Security Analyst to join their fully remote security operations team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for protecting the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our clients' telecommunications networks against evolving cyber threats. You will play a key part in designing, implementing, and managing robust security measures, performing threat analysis, and responding to security incidents. This position demands deep technical expertise in network security and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks in a complex, distributed environment. It's an exceptional opportunity for a cybersecurity expert to lead security initiatives and contribute to safeguarding vital infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain advanced security controls for telecommunications networks, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and SIEM solutions.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify and remediate weaknesses.
• Monitor network traffic and security logs for suspicious activity, investigating and responding to security incidents promptly.
• Develop and refine security policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance and enhance overall security posture.
• Collaborate with network engineering and IT teams to integrate security measures into network design and operations.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, providing strategic recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in network security , with a strong focus on telecommunications environments.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and common cyber attack vectors.
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCNA Security, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and incident response skills, effective in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering exceptional flexibility.
• Top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Significant budget for professional development, certifications, and conferences.
• A challenging and rewarding role protecting critical infrastructure.