Sr Manager -Cyber Programme Manager-Pune
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. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled
About this Role:
We are seeking a Programme Manager responsible for managing interconnected IT Infrastructure projects related to Cyber Security across an international matrix environment. This role involves operational management of project managers, capacity allocation, training, and knowledge transfer.
What you will do
Accountabilities:
•Plan, organize and lead all activities as required for the full implementation of Programme goals and objectives
•Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the Programme
•Develop a schedule and identify dependencies between interconnected projects to effectively allocate the resources to the activities
•Monitor programmes and associated projects’ progress and address the adjustments needed for a successful completion
•Ensure adherence to the project management governance process. Able to demonstrate best practice in all aspects of project management.
•Accurate progress reporting and issue/risk management with timely and effective escalation
•Engagement and management of numerous external third parties alongside internal matrix team
Competencies:
•Exceptional track record of on-time, on-budget and to-specification delivery of projects
•Experience of managing multiple and complex projects across full lifecycle of product development
•Extensive experience of project management in international matrix environments
•Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal. Able to deliver concise summaries of complex scenarios/information to a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders, up to and including director level, to drive decisions and deliver results
•Management of people, capacity and conflict management
•Experience in transformations and focus on continual service improvement
KPIs:
•Delivery on time of allocated projects once dates have been committed
•Delivery to budget once committed
•Management of risk & issues in a timely manner to ensure no red issues for longer than 3 consecutive weeks
•Continuous improvement of delivery (performance and efficiency)
•Transformation outcomes
Who you are:
•10+ years in hands-on technical roles including build and operations of IT infrastructure and network infrastructure
•Deep understanding of IT infrastructure components (networking, servers, storage, databases, cloud services)
•Ability to identify gaps/issues and solutions across a multi-datacentre global IT landscape
•Knowledge of hardware and software integration
•Knowledge of data centre racking / cabling standards
•Knowledge of VMWare vSphere/ESXi virtualisation technologies
•Knowledge of SAN/NAS storage solutions NetApp and Dell EMC
•Basic Microsoft and Linux skills
•Knowledge of LAN/WAN architecture, TCP/IP protocols, DNS, VPN's and firewall configurations
•Network design and troubleshooting
•Working knowledge of IPv6 addressing routing and design
•Good knowledge of on-prem data centre design
•Conversant in Cloud technologies (both on-prem and off-prem) including hosting and routing
•Working technical knowledge of Kubernetes, including pipelines
•Experience in Cyber Security standards and protocols
•Experience in Cyber Security device design and management
•Knowledge of network security protocols and firewall configurations
•Good working knowledge of CyberArk, PAM and IDS/IDPS systems
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 international projects with a diverse team.
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
What skills you will learn:
- Advanced project management techniques.
- Cyber Security standards and protocols.
- IT infrastructure components and their integration.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management.
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.
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 be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.
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