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T-ISAC Platform Software Engineer
T-ISAC Platform Software Engineer
Overview
Department: Technology Team: Security Location: London (with hybrid working) Position: Permanent, Senior
What The Hiring Manager Says
This is a hands-on engineering role at the heart of the GSMA’s T-ISAC platform transformation. You will be responsible for designing, evolving, and maintaining the technical backbone that governs cyber threat intelligence sharing for the global telecommunications ecosystem.
We are seeking a T-ISAC Platform Software Engineer in a role that demands expertise in overcoming complex architectural challenges, automating large-scale systems, and fostering engineering excellence—crucial for safeguarding the future of telecom security.
You will collaborate closely with CTI analysts, architecture teams, and platform vendors to deliver:
- A secure, scalable, and resilient T-ISAC service.
- Novel solutions for real-time threat intelligence.
- Infrastructure automation, API integrations, and scalable platforms.
If you are passionate about cutting-edge cybersecurity platforms, enjoy mentoring teams, and want to shape the global telecom security landscape, this opportunity is unique.
—Agwu Nwoke, Industry Security Programme Director
About The Team
The GSMA Industry Security Team is the industry’s focal point for mobile network security. Our responsibility spans:
- Coordinating GSMA member security working groups.
- Leading global cybersecurity initiatives for the telecom industry.
- Engaging with regulators and stakeholders to ensure security enables, rather than blocks innovation in next-generation mobile services.
The team manages key industry-wide cybersecurity programs:
- Telecommunications Information Sharing and Analysis Center (T-ISAC)
- Mobile Co-ordinated Vulnerability Disclosure (CVD)
- Network Equipment Assurance Scheme (NESAS)
About The GSMA T-ISAC
The Telecommunications Information Sharing and Analysis Centre (T-ISAC) is a trusted cybersecurity collaborative for telecommunications operators globally.
Our Mission:
- Facilitate intelligence sharing among mobile network operators (MNOs), Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs), and industry stakeholders.
- Provide critical threat intelligence to foster a secure environment where network security vulnerabilities and threats are proactively addressed.
- Strengthen the telecom ecosystem’s resilience through collaborative best practices and risk mitigation strategies.
For more information, visit [gsma.com/T-ISAC].
About The Role
As the T-ISAC Platform Software Engineer, you will engineer, maintain, and optimise the platforms, tooling, and integrations that empower the T-ISAC service.
Key Responsibilities
Platform Engineering & Development
- Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable data workflows, automated processes, and collaborative tools for threat intelligence sharing and enrichment.
- Leverage cutting-edge technologies to ensure seamless operations across data pipelines and member communications.
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Service Reliability & Operations
- Lead platform operations through:
- Proactive performance monitoring.
- Incident response and mitigation.
- Security-by-design engineering principles.
- Continuous reliability improvements and optimisations.
Integration & Interoperability
- Deliver and support securely scaled integrations, APIs, and data exchanges across:
- T-ISAC members and ecosystems.
- Third-party security platforms.
- Industries like MNOs, MVNOs, and vendor partners.
Platform Roadmap & Technical Strategy
- Shape the roadmap for T-ISAC’s technical evolution.
- Define future architecture for:
- Scalable, distributed systems.
- Leveraging emerging innovative technologies.
- Evaluating new capabilities while maintaining backward compatibility.
Security & Compliance
- Ensure an industry-standard secure posture by:
- Enforcing secure coding and DevOps practices.
- Implementing automated threat response tools.
- Adhering to regulatory, governance, and compliance frameworks.
Collaboration & Community Engagement
- Foster a trusted community through:
- Cross-departmental technical currently with MNOs, analysts, and researchers.
- Mentorship and knowledge dissemination to enhance platform adoption.
- Strengthening member loyalty and improving threat intelligence utility and accessibility.
About You
Core Attributes
This is a senior technical role for a passionate, highly capable leader who thrives in real world problem-solving. Your responsibilities include:
- Transformation of industry frameworks into seamless technical implementations.
- Technical evangelism and innovation to drive telecommunication security forward.
Telecommunications & Industry Experience
- Proven experience in the telecom domain, whether through:
- Operator roles.
- WiTPS operator collaborations.
- Industry, vendor, academic, or wider mobile ecosystem participation.
Technical Expertise
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Engineering excellence when designing and operating:
- Core infrastructure platforms (multicloud, distributed).
- Data analytics, threat intelligence, and cybersec systems.
- Platforms in sectors like cybersecurity, software engineering, or intelligence (e.g., ISAC, adversary analysis).
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Experience working alongside telecommunication ISACs or similar information intelligence frameworks.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
✔ Hands-on engineering: Extensive experience building and maintaining intelligence platforms like:
- OpenCTI (or similar incident response platforms).
- MISP/Threat Intelligence Platforms.
✔ Open-source collaboration: Proven ability to integrate open-source tools for analysis, research, and operational efficiency.
✔ Threat intelligence profundity: Deep understanding of:
- Nation-state actors, cyber espionage, and advanced threats (e.g., APTs and Qakbot exams).
- Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs)—especially for telecom ecosystem attacks (e.g., SS7, IoT, SCADA).
✔ Telecom laypers: Professional experience with:
- Telecom infrastructure (MNOs, MVNOs, manufacturers, vendors).
- Direct engagement with operational stakeholders and vendor partnerships.
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Preferred
🚀 Technical Regions-Specific Proficiencies:
- Understanding of mobile data and protocols (e.g., SS7, MOTIF/HRN, IRSF/URLS, SIMToolkit, or ·).
- Awareness of mobile network attack landscapes (e.g., SMS flooding, IoT botnets, Targeted PDUs, M119 Fault Code).
🚀 Industry Specialisers:
- Experience with mission-critical first responders (police, cybercrime units, or other government. agencies like FBI/Crown Prosecution Service) for threat analysis.
🚀 Advanced Threat Analysis & Frameworks
- Expertise with:
- Mitre ATT&CK* framework and phishing techniques.
- OpenCTI, MISP, MetaYield or EclecticIQ.
- COI analysis (memories, law enforcement, state-sponsored** agencies).
Diversity & Inclusivity
The GSMA fosters a meaningful and equitable application process. Candidates requiring accommodations should email: talent@gsma.com.
Employment & Contract Details
✅ Contract Type: Regular Employee 🏢 Worker Type: Staff Member
What We Offer
By joining the GSMA, you become part of a global force shaping the future of mobile through impactful cross-industry initiatives.
Core Benefits
- A dynamic, insight-driven work environment with global scale and opportunity.
- Modern, architect-designed offices with a competitive salary and bonus.
- Development growth:
- Access to world-leading industry leaders in mobile security.
- Four paid days for professional development alongside generously allocated holiday leave.
- Flexibility and balance:
- Flexible work-narrative, remote working during hybrid phases.
To explore further or view other opportunities, visit [GSMA Global Careers], [LinkedIn], or Twitter.
GSMA Values: The Foundation of Our Culture
Passionately Driven
- Approach every challenge with bold initiative, unstoppable drive, and relentless curiosity.
- Acknowledge the industry-shaping implications of our efforts.
Insightful Leaders
- Push excutive-level groundwork to anticipate the ever-evolving industry and keep ahead of the curve.
Stronger Together
- Embrace diversity in perspectives—online and offline, knowledge and skill set.
- Challenge yourself and broaden the social lens to impact the mobile arena positively.
"If we’re at our best — collaborative, compassionate and inclusive towards others — we thrive as one in any situation. And if we’re not? Be still curious, press on together and act respectfully."
AtGSMA We Core Ethical Standards
How we build trust, forge partnerships, and to deliver industry solutions.
Commit to:
❖ Inclusivity—attending every unique point of view and perspective. ❖ Integrity—loyalty even if the world does not support the challenge.
Disclaimer: GSMA's definition of threat intelligence framework ("framework") does not harness, align, generate or report on meta or government mappings.
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