The Executive Network Security role within the NOMC department is responsible for managing and coordinating all information security activities to ensure they are completed efficiently and on time. This position plays a critical role in safeguarding the telecom infrastructure by supporting risk assessments, compliance efforts, and security monitoring. The ideal candidate will work closely with various teams to maintain security standards, support audits, and drive continuous improvements in network security governance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the identification, classification, ownership, and lifecycle management of information security assets in alignment with enterprise policies.
- Conduct network security risk assessments related to telecom infrastructure, changes, and vendor engagements, including managing risk treatment and acceptance processes.
- Ensure compliance with information security policies, standards, and regulatory requirements such as PTA CTDISR.
- Assist with internal and external audits as well as regulatory inspections, ensuring timely resolution of any findings.
- Oversee vulnerability assessment activities and ensure risk-based remediation is completed within defined service level agreements (SLAs).
- Manage Privileged Access Management (PAM) processes, including onboarding, access reviews, and periodic audits.
- Coordinate Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) onboarding and security monitoring of NOMC assets in collaboration with SOC teams.
- Collaborate with Information Security teams on governance initiatives, awareness programs, and control enhancements.
- Prepare and present Network Security Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to management and relevant stakeholders.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Preferably 4 to 6 years of relevant experience in telecom network operations, network security, or access and identity management.
- Experience with EMS/NMS platforms in at least one of the following domains: Core, Transport, Radio Access Network (RAN), or Access Network.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant industry certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Cybersecurity Analyst (CYSA+), or Security+ are considered advantageous.
This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on protecting critical telecom infrastructure and enhancing the overall security posture of the organization. Candidates with a strong background in network security and telecom operations will find this position rewarding and impactful.