Information Security Risk

Job Description 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 #CreateTheFuture About This Role We are seeking a seasoned Information Security Risk & Architecture Specialist with 58 years of experience in IT security, particularly in perimeter security, risk assessment, and secure architecture design. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong foundation in ISO and NIST frameworks, cloud security, and threat landscape analysis. The successful candidate will collaborate with technical architects and internal teams to ensure secure application development and infrastructure design What You'll Do - Conduct security architecture reviews and risk assessments for applications and infrastructure. - Advise internal teams on secure design principles and collaborate with technical architects to evaluate and optimise proposed solutions. - Apply knowledge of ISO27001, ISO31001, NIST, SANS, CIS, and other security frameworks to ensure compliance and best practices. - Analyse and respond to global threat landscapes, including advanced persistent threats and emerging vulnerabilities. - Implement and manage perimeter security technologies such as firewalls, VPNs, proxies, and network security tools. - Create performance reports and presentations using data-driven insights to reflect trends and security posture. - Promote secure development practices aligned with OWASP Security by Design. - Understand and apply security controls across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle) and data centres. Who You Are - A professional with 58 years of IT experience, including extensive exposure to perimeter security and network management. - Experienced in conducting information security risk assessments across cloud, data centre, and application environments. - Familiar with security protocols and technologies such as PKI, SSL, IKEv1 & v2, and sandboxing. - Skilled in simplifying complex problems and applying innovative solutions. - Able to influence and collaborate effectively across teams with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. - Knowledgeable in data privacy regulations including GDPR and information protection standards. - Preferably certified in CCNA, CISM, CISSP, ISO27001 or ISO31001. - Experience in the telecommunications industry is a plus. 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 cutting-edge security architecture and risk frameworks. - Exposure to global threat intelligence and advanced security technologies. - Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams. - Professional development through certifications and industry best practices. - Contribution to secure digital transformation in a global organisation. What Skills You Will Learn - Advanced security architecture and risk assessment methodologies. - Application of global security standards and compliance frameworks. - Cloud security implementation across major platforms. - Data-driven reporting and performance analysis. - Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement. 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. 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