Mission/Purpose
Our client in the Telecommunications Sector is seeking a Telco Security Program Manager to ensure strict adherence to telecommunications network security guidelines. The selected candidate will define and oversee the implementation of the Telco Security Roadmap, ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory security standards across both legacy and new platforms. Additionally, this role fosters a culture of security and acts as a key interface between TECH and internal stakeholders such as the General Secretary, Chief Security Officer (CSO), and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).
The Telco Security Program Manager will also contribute to external regulatory relationships concerning telecommunications security, providing strategic updates on evolving Telco security risks to senior leadership, including the CTO, CISO, CSO, and the Executive Committee.
Key Responsibilities
1. Security Certification and Regulatory Compliance for Telco Assets
Supervise security screening processes across the telecommunications network.
Ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements (e.g., CCB/IBPT, NIS2).
Manage responses for 5G Security Authorization and regulatory requests.
Oversee security certification audits (ISO standards) and regulatory reporting.
Define, implement, and monitor security-related action plans, reporting progress to the Security Steering Committee (SteerCo).
2. Security Policy Enforcement
Ensure Security by Design principles are integrated into all Telco projects and products.
Collaborate with Telco E2E Architects and Engineering Experts to conduct risk analyses and compliance reviews.
Monitor Telco remote access account security and enforce established security guidelines.
3. Enterprise Security Risk Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks in telecommunications platforms.
Monitor risk trends, document mitigation strategies, and report findings to CISO and CSO.
4. Security Technical Audits and Platform Compliance
Conduct Telco security audits and implement measures to protect sensitive data and critical network infrastructure.
Collaborate with internal security teams (CISO, CSO) and external partners.
Ensure technical compliance of Telco platforms with industry standards and best practices.
5. Interaction with CSO and CISO
With CSO: Align Telco security with overall physical, operational, and information security strategy; share risk insights; collaborate on incident response and crisis management.
With CISO: Ensure alignment with broader cybersecurity objectives; report on Telco security compliance, risk management, and threats.
6. Collaboration with Other Departments
Partner with TECH, IT, and General Secretary teams to integrate security practices.
Serve as the primary liaison for external regulatory bodies, ensuring timely compliance reporting.
Governance & Security Competency Audit Recommendations
Governance Structure & Security Accountability - Establish a Tech Security Governance Committee to enhance enforcement mechanisms.
Security Competency Gaps - Implement security training/certification programs (CISSP, ISO 27001) for Telco engineers and project managers.
Security by Design Integration - Enforce security reviews at each Time-to-Market (TTM) gate.
Incident Response Preparedness - Conduct quarterly security drills involving key stakeholders.
Cross-Departmental Coordination - Strengthen joint security working groups to improve communication and decision-making.
Regulatory Compliance & Audit Readiness - Develop an automated compliance dashboard to track security gaps and audit preparedness.
Your Profile
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Telecommunications, or related fields.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a Telco security environment.
Professional certifications (CISSP, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer) preferred.
Experience in telecommunications security, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional program management.
Project Management Certification (PMP, PRINCE2) preferred.
Strong ability to influence without direct authority and lead multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Fluency in French/English or Dutch/English.
Specific Requirement
A positive security clearance from the National Security Authority is mandatory. The HR team will provide support throughout the process.
Deadline for Applications: 5th March 2025 (End of Business)
