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 professional. 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:
Solid 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.