Integration Engineer

Responsibilities
Oversee the secure integration of components such as base stations, controllers, and related network elements.
Ensure that the integration of both hardware and software follows industry-leading security best practices to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.
Implement strong security protocols in the integration of new features, software releases, and network elements to safeguard network infrastructure.
Conduct security-focused end-to-end testing of components, including interoperability, performance, and compliance with security standards.
Perform penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and RF security testing to ensure robust network protection against threats.
Work with internal and external stakeholders to assess risk and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, NIST, etc.).
Configure network elements while integrating security configuration management tools to enforce secure parameter settings and updates.
Implement security patches and software updates across the infrastructure, ensuring that vulnerabilities are promptly addressed.
Continuously monitor and tune network performance with a focus on detecting and mitigating any emerging security threats.
Prepare detailed integration plans, security audit reports, and technical documentation for each component to ensure transparency and accountability.
Maintain comprehensive records of configurations, security testing results, issues, and resolutions to ensure proper documentation for compliance and future audits.
Provide regular updates to senior management and security teams on progress, risk assessments, and security-related issues encountered during the integration process.
Work closely with cybersecurity experts to implement secure architecture, ensuring protection against attacks such as Denial of Service (DoS) and man-in-the-middle.
Coordinate with IT security teams to implement and enforce company-wide security policies across the infrastructure.
Investigate and resolve integration issues, including security vulnerabilities, connectivity failures, and performance degradation.
Respond promptly to security incidents, coordinating remediation actions to minimize risk and exposure.
Provide technical support to the operations and security teams post-integration, ensuring proper security monitoring of components.
Ensure all integration activities align with the company’s security policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Stay up-to-date with the latest telecom security trends, standards, and emerging threats, integrating them into the design and integration process.
Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and industry security standards, including ISO/IEC 27001, PCI DSS, and NIST frameworks.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in integration and security in wireless network technologies (LTE, 5G).
Experience in implementing security controls for telecommunications networks and understanding of common cyber threats to components
Strong expertise in components (e.g., eNodeB, gNodeB, RNC, BSC) and security configurations for these systems.
Hands-on experience with security tools for network monitoring (e.g., IDS/IPS, firewalls, encryption techniques).
Cisco CCNA/CCNP or equivalent network security certifications.
Ability to work in high-pressure, collaborative environments while adhering to security protocols and regulatory requirements.
Expertise in cloud-native and Open technologies, with a focus on securing cloud infrastructures.
Familiarity with network management systems, monitoring tools (e.g., NetAct, OSS/BSS), and security incident response protocols.
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