Protect FTTH networks remotely from Canada through penetration testing, vulnerability analysis, and practical security recommendations for telecommunications infrastructure. This independent contractor position suits an experienced telecommunications security skilled. You will assess fiber access infrastructure, broadband equipment, provisioning systems, and operator environments. The work spans GPON, XGS-PON, customer premises equipment, and fixed-mobile convergence technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan authorized FTTH and PON penetration tests
- Investigate vulnerabilities across telecom infrastructure and management systems
- Analyze CPE firmware, interfaces, credentials, and update mechanisms
- Assess provisioning, subscriber management,
and network segmentation
- Report findings and recommend actionable remediation
Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of fixed-line, FTTx, DSL, and coaxial architectures
- Proven IT and OT security auditing experience
- Practical understanding of FTTH and PON technologies
- Experience with telecommunications equipment vendor ecosystems
- Fluent written and spoken English Apply telecommunications security expertise to FTTH assessments, penetration testing, vulnerability analysis, and critical infrastructure protection.