VP Telco Network Architecture & Cyber Security

The posting, as AST SpaceMobile wrote it

AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight.

Position Overview

We are seeking a VP, Network Architecture & Cyber Security to lead the design, evolution, and security of carrier-grade network infrastructure supporting advanced telecommunications services. This executive leadership role is responsible for defining network architecture strategy across core, transport, and IP domains while establishing and maintaining a comprehensive cyber security framework that protects critical network assets, services, and customer data.

The VP will lead the Network Engineering and Cyber Security organizations, driving architecture standards, security strategy, compliance programs, and technology roadmaps. Working closely with engineering, operations, product, service delivery, and executive leadership teams, this individual will ensure all services are designed, deployed, and operated in alignment with performance, security, scalability, and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in telecommunications network architecture, cyber security leadership, risk management, and organizational development, with a proven track record leading large-scale engineering and security organizations in highly complex environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end network architecture strategy across core, transport, IP, and interconnect domains
• Establish and maintain architecture standards, design principles, reference architectures, and engineering governance processes
• Ensure network designs support scalability, reliability, performance, and interoperability across global deployments
• Provide technical leadership and direction for network engineering teams responsible for architecture, planning, and implementation
• Define and execute the cyber security strategy, architecture, and multi-year technology roadmap
• Lead security architecture reviews for new services, infrastructure deployments, partner integrations, and technology initiatives
• Establish security policies, standards, and controls that support secure system development and operational readiness
• Drive vulnerability management, security testing, patch management, and risk remediation programs
• Ensure security requirements are integrated into validation, testing, deployment, and operational processes
• Own compliance efforts related to telecommunications, security, privacy, and industry regulatory requirements
• Lead security audits, assessments, and certification activities while maintaining compliance documentation and evidence
• Serve as the senior network architecture and cyber security representative for customers, partners, regulators, and industry stakeholders
• Maintain enterpr

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• Enterprise collaboration and documentation platforms

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods
• Ability to participate in executive leadership meetings, architecture reviews, security assessments, and strategic planning sessions
• Ability to review technical documentation, risk assessments, compliance reports, and architectural designs
• Ability to travel as required to support business operations, customer engagements, industry events, and leadership meetings
• Ability to coordinate activities across multiple regions, time zones, and global teams
• Ability to support incident response and critical business activities as needed

Benefits & Perks

At AST, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Company-Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands .
AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.