Head of Network Security Strategy and Architecture

3 weeks ago


Warrington UK, Cheshire, United Kingdom Project People Full time

We’re seeking an accomplished Head of Network Security Strategy and Architecture to lead a Network Security vision, strategy, and it’s architecture. This role is critical for developing a secure and reliable network across RAN, Transport, Core, and OSS domains, aligning with both operational and business objectives. You’ll set a multi-year strategy and deliver a network security architecture that supports business goals while ensuring compliance, enhancing security operations, and building customer trust.


Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and communicate a multi-year Network Security strategy across all network and IT domains, aligning with business and operational requirements.
  • Architecture Development: Translate strategy into a comprehensive security architecture, designing secure systems that meet immediate and future business needs.
  • Industry Awareness: Maintain knowledge of cyber security and network trends, evaluating emerging technologies from an operational perspective.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with RAN, Transport, Core, and OSS strategy and architecture teams, IT architecture, Technical Services, Information Security, and Regulatory functions to meet business needs.


Experience needed

  • Extensive Cyber Security Experience: Background in Network Security within a telco or network environment, with demonstrated experience in strategy development and translating strategy into high-level architecture.
  • End-to-End Network Knowledge: Solid understanding of OSS, RAN, Core, Transmission, IP, and cloud infrastructure.
  • Domain Expertise: Deep knowledge in one or more areas including Cloud/Hybrid Security, Network Security, Data Center Security, Identity & Access Management, Application Security, or Vulnerability Management.
  • Compliance & Governance: Proficiency in applying security policies, risk management, technical assurance, and governance practices.
  • Technical Leadership: Capable of designing, reviewing, and setting direction for secure architectures, adapting industry standards to our needs and creating innovative precedents.
  • Security Frameworks Knowledge: Familiarity with NIST, PCI, GDPR, ISO Series, OWASP, ITIL, COBIT, and ISF standards.
  • Vendor Management Experience: Skilled in evaluating technical requirements, defining RFIs and RFQs, managing telco and cloud vendors, and negotiating contracts.
  • The ideal candidate will also be SC or DV cleared


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