Senior Telecoms Network Security Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive compensation

Health/dental/vision insurance

Budget for certifications

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage security across telecom networks in a fully remote role. You will lead threat mitigation, conduct security assessments and pentests, develop and enforce network security policies, and respond to incidents.

Collaborating with cross‑functional teams, you will stay ahead of evolving threats and technologies, with CISSP/CCNP Security desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Cybersecurity, or related field; equivalent experience.
• 7+ years in network security, with telecom focus.
• Deep knowledge of security protocols and threat landscape.
• Hands-on with firewalls, SIEM, endpoint security.
• Certifications CISSP or CCNP Security desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security measures across the telecom network (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, encryption).
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Respond to and manage security incidents, performing forensic analysis and remediation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security into design/deployment of services.
• Stay abreast of evolving threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies in telecom security.

Skills

Network security

Threat analysis

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Firewalls

SIEM

Endpoint security

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Telecoms Network Security Engineer to bolster their cybersecurity defenses. This is a crucial, fully remote role, enabling you to contribute to protecting critical telecommunications infrastructure from threats, irrespective of your location within South Africa. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing security solutions to safeguard the network, data, and services against sophisticated cyber-attacks. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in network security principles, threat mitigation, and security architecture within the telecommunications domain. This position offers the chance to lead security initiatives and make a significant impact in a remote-first organization committed to maintaining the highest levels of security and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust security measures across the telecommunications network, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and encryption.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing to identify and address potential weaknesses.
• Develop and enforce network security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Respond to and manage security incidents, performing forensic analysis and implementing remediation plans.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to ensure security is integrated into the design and deployment of new network services and infrastructure.
• Stay abreast of the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies relevant to the telecom industry .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of experience in network security engineering, with a significant focus on telecommunications networks.
• In-depth knowledge of security protocols, network security best practices, and threat landscape analysis.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies such as firewalls , SIEM solutions, and endpoint security.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCNP Security) are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing significant flexibility.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of telecom network security .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Budget for professional development, certifications, and training.
• A culture that prioritizes security, innovation, and employee well-being.