IT Risk & Compliance Specialist
Join Us
At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.
What you’ll do
the role is responsible to develop and implement risk and compliance programs (CSB, audits, resilience), ensuring that IT Operations adheres to legal standards and in-house policies while minimizing risks associated with business operations. This role will collaborate closely with the Vodafone’s security teams & other internal teams to protect the organization's information assets.
More specifically you will:
- Develop & implement risk management processes related to Vodafone's IT Operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
- Develop, maintain, and regularly test IT resilience strategies, including disaster recovery and business continuity plans tailored to Vodafone's needs
- Lead incident response and investigation efforts in case of security breaches or incidents
- Conduct post-incident reviews, identify root causes, and implement improvements to prevent recurrence
- Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify potential security vulnerabilities and areas of non-compliance
- Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks
- Monitor and evaluate existing security controls, making recommendations for improvements and providing regular status reports to senior management.
- Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies during compliance assessments
- Develop & deliver training programs to enhance IT Operations awareness on security protocols and best practices
- Work closely with other departments to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management and compliance
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, or other related field
- At least 4 years of experience in IT risk management, Compliance or Cybersecurity roles
- Proven experience with IT audits, regulatory compliance and risk assessment
- Strong understanding of IT risk management principles and practices and solid knowledge of security frameworks and standards
- Familiarity with security incident response and investigation protocols
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Strong organizational skills, with adaptability and ability to respond effectively to evolving cyber threats
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and assess risks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, in both Greek & English and with both technical and business audiences
- Project management skills to lead compliance initiatives and audits
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) are highly desirable
Not a perfect fit?
Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.
What's in it for you
- Award-winning work environment - certified #1 Top Employer in Greece
- Competitive pay, bonus & remuneration package
- Private Health & Medical Insurance
- Hybrid way of working: a blend of remote and office-based working, including the option to work from abroad
- Unlimited access to learning resources and trainings
- Vodafone Parental Leave: 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave to all employees regardless of gender, sexual
orientation or length of service - Spirit of Vodafone Day: one day each quarter dedicated to your personal development
- Extra days off: Vodafone Day, Family Day, Volunteering Day
- Office amenities (subject to the office location): such as restaurant, beauty corner, gym and parking
- Special employee offers and discounts
Who we are
We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.
Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.
Together we can.