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IP & Security Sr. Solution Architect (VOIS)

Aggregate function:  Technology
Business Area:  VT Netw. Strategy Archit. Eng.
Posting Country:  Egypt
Date Posted:  30 Jun 2026
Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Fixed Term Contract

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. 

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.
As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.
We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About this Role

We are seeking an experienced professional to plan, design, and optimise IP and security services and solutions across multiple technologies and vendors. This role focuses on translating business and customer requirements into robust technical designs while collaborating with stakeholders across technology and business domains. The individual will lead virtual teams to deliver innovative, scalable, and reliable network solutions and ensure smooth transition into operations.

What you’ll do

  • Lead technical assessment, planning, and design of IP and security solutions aligned with architecture and strategy
  • Capture and analyse business and customer requirements to ensure technical feasibility
  • Act as the primary technical representative for stakeholders, including customers and internal teams
  • Lead and coordinate virtual cross-functional teams throughout design and implementation
  • Produce low-level designs and maintain comprehensive solution documentation
  • Support operations teams in resolving highly complex IP and security issues
  • Ensure quality assurance during delivery and support handover to operations teams

Who you are

  • Experience in IP and security planning and design within telecom or service provider environments (typically 6–8 years)
  • Strong understanding of mobile and/or fixed network technologies and service lifecycle
  • Proven experience in presales support, including solution design and proposal development
  • Demonstrated ability to design and deliver solutions in telecom environments
  • Ability to align technical solutions with strategic business objectives
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering or equivalent
Technical Expertise:
  • Strong knowledge of IP backbone protocols (e.g., BGP, MPLS, OSPF, QoS)
  • Understanding of security platforms and concepts (e.g., firewalls, VPNs, IPSec, WAF, NAT)
  • Experience with vendor technologies such as Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, or Palo Alto
  • Knowledge of SDN, NFV, cloud platforms (e.g., OpenStack, VMware), and virtualisation
  • Familiarity with automation or programming languages (e.g., Python, Ansible)
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, JNCIE) are advantageous

Not a perfect fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What's in it for you

  • Opportunity to work on complex, large-scale telecom network solutions across global markets
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies in IP networking, security, cloud, and virtualisation
  • Collaborative environment involving cross-functional and international stakeholders
  • Participation in strategic projects that shape future network capabilities
  • Opportunity to contribute to innovation and long-term network roadmaps

What skills you will learn

  • Advanced solution architecture and end-to-end network design
  • Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
  • Strategic thinking aligned with telecom transformation initiatives
  • Expertise in emerging network technologies such as SDN and NFV
  • Problem-solving in complex, high-impact operational environments

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background. 

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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