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Jefe Seguridad de Red - Network Security Group Lead

On-site in Madrid·Added today (last checked 7 Nov)

Telefónica

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Private health insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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The role

Network Security Group Lead

Your mission 🎯

At GCTIO, we lead network technology across the Telefónica group. Our mission is to ensure that the right technologies are identified, selected, and deployed in the most efficient and effective way to support Telefónica's strategic vision and business objectives. This include the security of our networks and Systems defining the right architecture and technologies to assure having a secure infrastructure.

In this role based in Madrid (Spain), you will lead the network security across the Telefónica Group within the GCTIO organization. Your primary responsibility will be to drive the security requirements and architecture in close coordination with Telefónica's operating businesses and key stakeholders. It will also include the participation in security standardization fora.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic vision, and deep technical expertise to steer the security solutions in our networks.

You will play a key role in shaping the future network security and ensuring a consistent security strategy across the Group, fostering innovation and operational efficiency.

How will you contribute to this role? 💼

  • Analyse fixed and mobile network architectures and develop proposals for their end-to-end security.
  • Identify and assess vulnerabilities, exposure surfaces and potential attack vectors, considering both external and internal threats.
  • Define and evolve security architectures for new technologies, services and network environments, including Gi/SGi, DNS, IPX and GRX.
  • Conduct threat and risk assessments to improve the resilience, segmentation and protection of telecommunications infrastructure.
  • Assess vendors' technology roadmaps and develop proposals to strengthen security across fixed and mobile network technologies.
  • Define technical and security requirements for solutions, platforms and technology providers.
  • Prepare technical specifications and selection processes for the delivery of global security projects.
  • Lead and manage global projects, coordinating technical teams, business units, operations, suppliers and vendors.
  • Monitor the implementation of security measures and validate their alignment with architectures, corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Drive continuous improvement in network security, anticipating emerging threats and supporting the technological evolution of infrastructure.
  • Participate in standardization fora like GSMA security groups (FASG)

What skills and key capabilities we are looking for? 🔎

  • 3 years + of experience in a similar role
  • Strong experience and knowledge in network security including technology and architecture
  • Leadership capabilities to drive projects and teams towards objectives
  • Team work in multi cultural environment
  • Experience in AI and Agentic AI
  • Experience in participating and contributing in the telco standards and industry ecosystem
  • Knowledge and experience in cloud native infrastructures
  • Fluent in Spanish and English

What other aspects will be considered? 📚

  • Master in computer science or telecom engineering.
  • Experience in team management
  • Automation driven in improving day to day way of working
  • Experience in multi cultural environment

What benefits will you enjoy as part of our team? 💙

  • Transformational projects. At Telefónica, you will be part of high-impact projects that set trends and address the connectivity and digital transformation challenges facing our society.
  • Professional development. You will enjoy a long-term career path and global learning opportunities thanks to our presence in different regions around the world. We will provide you with opportunities for development, training, and mobility. We want to grow and build the future with you!
  • Flexibility. We are committed to helping our people achieve a healthy work-life balance. At Telefónica, we promote flexibility, positioning ourselves as a benchmark for new ways of working and work-life integration initiatives.
  • 27 working days of annual leave to enjoy and recharge.
  • Employee benefits. You will have access to a comprehensive employee benefits package, including:

Life and accident insurance

Private health insurance for you and your immediate family (spouse/partner and children)

Meal vouchers

A flexible benefits plan with a wide range of options to choose from

A pension plan

And much more! 🚀

Cuando te unes a Telefónica

Te unes a casi 100 años de historia, un equipo de 106 nacionalidades presentes en más de 35 países. Te unes a un equipo que trabaja por conectar a las personas allá dónde estén, sin fronteras. Un equipo que está liderando la revolución digital con la ilusión del primer día en todos nuestros negocios, creando el mejor ecosistema digital para nuestros clientes: Red, IoT, Cloud, Ciberseguridad, Innovación etc. En Telefónica tienes todo lo que necesitas para crear la mejor versión de ti mismo. Necesitamos gente como tú que se sume a este gran reto, que quiera crear la Telefónica del mañana.

En Telefónica apostamos por las nuevas formas de trabajo y somos líderes en la implementación de la Desconexión Digital bajo el principio "Desconecta para Reconectar".

Te unes a una compañía cuya actividad se rige por su código ético, Nuestros Principios de Negocio Responsable. Buscamos personas que se identifiquen con los mismos, que nos ayuden a tomar decisiones basadas en la integridad, el compromiso y la transparencia y que se comprometan con una gestión ética, promoviendo un desarrollo social y ambiental más justo y sostenible.

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About Telefónica

Telefónica is one of the world's largest telecommunications companies, providing fixed and mobile connectivity, digital services, and technology solutions to consumers and businesses across Europe and Latin America. With over 100,000 employees and a strong presence in Spain, the UK, Germany, and Brazil, the company operates through brands such as Movistar, O2, and Vivo, and has expanded into areas like cybersecurity, cloud, IoT, and AI through its innovation units.

In Spain, Telefónica is headquartered in Madrid and is a major employer of tech talent, with a strong focus on cybersecurity, data, and AI. The company actively hires international professionals, offering roles in English and fostering a diverse, innovative culture. Its Spanish operations are central to its global strategy, making it a relevant option for internationals seeking to work in a large, established tech and telecom player in Spain.

Industry
Telecom
Founded
1924
Employees
100,000+
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Telefónica's Spanish offices are largely based in Madrid and Barcelona, with a significant tech hub in the Distrito Telefónica complex in Madrid.
  • The company frequently hires international tech talent and many roles are offered in English, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
  • Telefónica has a strong commitment to innovation, with dedicated units like gAIt and Wayra focusing on AI and startups.
  • The company offers a comprehensive relocation package and support for international hires, including visa assistance.
  • With a global presence and a large Spanish operation, Telefónica provides opportunities for internal mobility across countries and roles.
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