Telco Network Security Specialist - On-Site in Nelspruit

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Telecoms Network Security Specialist in Nelspruit to safeguard a large telecoms network. You will implement and manage firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and access controls, monitor threats, and drive security policy across the telecom infrastructure.

With 7+ years in network security, you will conduct risk assessments, respond to incidents, and collaborate with IT and operations to embed best practices. Advanced certifications are highly desirable for this office-based role.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in network security for telecoms.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, encryption.
• Experience with IDS/IPS, SIEM, vulnerability tools.
• Security certifications (CISSP, CCNA Security, CEH) desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Implement, configure, and manage network security devices (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs).
• Monitor security alerts, investigate breaches, and respond to incidents.
• Develop security policies and guidelines for telecom networks.
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability scans.
• Collaborate with IT and network teams to embed security in design.

Conocimientos

Network security

Threat monitoring

Incident response

Security certifications

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS/InfoSec

Herramientas

IDS/IPS

SIEM

VPNs

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 seeks a Telecoms Network Security Specialist in Nelspruit to safeguard a large telecoms network. You will implement and manage firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and access controls, monitor threats, and drive security policy across the telecom infrastructure.

With 7+ years in network security, you will conduct risk assessments, respond to incidents, and collaborate with IT and operations to embed best practices. Advanced certifications are highly desirable for this office-based role.