Secure by Design Manager (Cyber Prevent)
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 a Senior Tester to deliver high-quality testing services within the IT Shared Service Centre for telecommunications platforms and services. This role involves managing offshore test delivery across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with agreed milestones, cost, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Telco environments, including Billing, CRM, and Online Media portals, and will be responsible for test planning, execution, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
What you’ll do
- Lead Secure by Design activities for multiple projects, ensuring security is integrated from concept to delivery.
- Understand business and technical requirements and translate them into actionable security requirements.
- Analyze solution designs and provide clear, articulate recommendations to ensure compliance with Vodafone security policy, controls, and best practices.
- Document and communicate risks, ensuring business requirements are met while reducing exposure.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve escalated security issues and support performance and quality reviews.
- Promote standardized security methodologies and continuous improvement.
- Engage with Vodafone stakeholders through regular status meetings and reporting.
For Cyber Requirements
- Expertise in cloud security, specifically with Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform.
- Experience in securing products and services deployed for cyber teams, such as SIEM/SOC environments.
- Understanding of AI-related security requirements, ensuring robust protection and compliance for AI-driven solutions.
Who you are
- 8+ years of experience in cyber security, risk management, or Secure by Design roles within large-scale IT or telecom environments.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze business and technical requirements and provide security requirements.
- Strong experience in reviewing solution designs and ensuring compliance with security policies and controls.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in multicultural and matrix organizations.
- Experience with security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CIS), risk assessment, and mitigation.
- Proficient in documenting and articulating risks and solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Holds a degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor) preferred.
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 lead Secure by Design initiatives in a global telecom environment.
- Exposure to diverse technologies and security challenges.
- Collaboration with international teams and stakeholders.
- Involvement in strategic and operational decision-making.
- A chance to contribute to innovation and continuous improvement in security practices.
What skills you will learn
- Advanced security management and stakeholder communication.
- Cross-functional collaboration in a global delivery model.
- Strategic planning and tracking for security compliance.
- Leadership in Secure by Design and Cyber Prevent.
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 identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, 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.
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