Network Security Engineer

Summary

Join the industry's fastest growing technology company to shape the future of wireless technology at JMA Wireless.

Requirements

• At least 5+ years of experience working on developing FW/SW for telecommunications networks (4G/5G NR) and specifically in Radio Access Networks (RAN)
• Familiarity with O-RAN and C-RAN architecture, including the disaggregated components of RAN such as Radio Unit (RU), Distributed Unit (DU), and Centralized Unit (CU)
• Experience working with security protocols, particularly in telecom environments, focusing on protocols like IEEE 802.1X, MACSec, and PKI-based authentication
• Experience implementing security measures based on 3GPP TS 33.501 standards for 5G network security
• Hands-on experience with networking technologies, including IP, Ethernet, and 5G NR protocols. Understanding how to apply security at multiple layers of network communications
• Proficiency in handling network function virtualization (NFV) and securing software-defined networks (SDNs)

Responsibilities

• Analyze network designs and existing system 5G Private Wireless Radio Access Network (RAN) deployments to identify potential vulnerabilities and recommend remediation efforts
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve system security controls, enhance threat detection and reduce attack surfaces during all phases of the system development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Assist in the architecture and design of ORAN WG11 security countermeasures to protect control plane, user plane, and management plane traffic
• Ensure JMA RAN solutions comply with ORAN Working Group 11 (WG 11) security specifications, which cover cryptographic methods, authentication, integrity protection, and authorization mechanisms specific to the O-RAN architecture
• Spearhead POC (Proof of Concept) activities and participate in decision making for new product analysis and selection
• Create and document hardening profiles for third-party network products to include switches, routers, precision network time servers, VPN appliances, and IPSec tunnels
• Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments in alignment with O-RAN WG11's Security Control Framework and 3GPP TS 33.501 and TS 33.117 risk mitigation strategies
• Develop test cases based on the O-RAN Security Test Specifications and ensure comprehensive security testing
• Collaborate with the RAN Systems team to validate the security architecture in O-RAN deployments through end-to-end testing
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security controls
• Stay updated on the latest developments in O-RAN WG11 security protocols and 3GPP standards to ensure future-proof security designs

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• Monetary rewards towards health goals
• Numerous company-provided personal protection benefits at no additional cost to you