Network Security Lead (Telecom GRC)

Position Overview

Optomi, in partnership with a Fortune 50 company, is seeking a Network Security Lead (Telecom Compliance Specialist) to help drive Telecom-related compliance initiatives. In this role you will safeguard the National Public Safety Broadband Network for first responders, ensuring robust cybersecurity compliance across a mobility ecosystem including LTE, 5G Core, RAN infrastructure, OSS/BSS systems, mobile apps, and IoT deployable devices. This full-time contract-to-hire role on W2 offers benefits such as Medical, Dental, and 401K during the contract duration. The successful candidate will work fully onsite in either Chantilly, VA or Charlotte, NC.

Key Responsibilities

• Cybersecurity Oversight: Lead compliance and security control validation for FirstNet mobility components, including RAN, Core, and associated management systems.
• Risk & Compliance Management: Align with regulatory frameworks (3GPP, ETSI, NIST, ISO/IEC 27001) and coordinate internal audits, risk assessments, and incident response processes.
• Architecture & Governance: Drive zero-trust principles, encryption standards, and identity management across virtualized and cloud-native environments.
• Vendor Security Assurance: Oversee compliance for mobility vendor products (Ericsson, Nokia, Cisco) supporting RAN and Core functions.
• Technical Leadership: Evaluate security controls for networking, APIs, and emerging technologies (network slicing, edge computing, AI-driven threat detection).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineering and program teams to identify and mitigate cybersecurity gaps during deployments.

Required Qualifications

• Telecom & Mobility: Proficiency in LTE, 5G, VoIP and familiarity with 3GPP standards and protocols (SS7, SIGTRAN, Diameter, SIP).
• Virtualization & Cloud: Experience with OpenStack, Docker, Kubernetes and managing hybrid physical/virtual environments.
• Security Tools: Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning, EDR, patch management, and monitoring aligned with NIST guidelines.
• Networking: Proficiency in Wireshark, tcpdump, Cisco IOS, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, and QoS.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: In addition to CISSP and CISM, CRISC is preferred.
• Experience with government contracts and mobility security standards.
• Knowledge of encryption technologies and zero‑trust frameworks.
• M.S. in Cybersecurity, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and 401K benefits provided during the contract.