SUPPLIER CYBER SECURITY SPECIALIST - THIRD PARTY RISK MANAGEMENT

Employment type: Full time

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.
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About this Role

We are seeking a seasoned cyber security professional to lead the Vulnerability Management domain within our Cyber Defence team. This role is pivotal in enhancing Vodafone’s security posture across global and local entities, proactively identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities, and driving strategic initiatives to reduce cyber risk. The individual will lead a team of experts, manage cross-functional projects, and act as a subject matter expert in security scanning and penetration testing.

What you’ll do

Conduct end‑to‑end cyber security risk assessments for third‑party suppliers, from onboarding through contract lifecycle to end of service.
Engage with suppliers and internal stakeholders to gather relevant information and determine cyber security risk levels.
Track, manage, and follow up on supplier risk reduction and remediation plans.
Develop, implement, and operate supplier cyber security standards, processes, tools, and reporting mechanisms.
Support Vodafone stakeholders in understanding supplier security policies, processes, and assessment outcomes.
Maintain integration between supplier cyber security processes and wider enterprise risk management frameworks.
Create and maintain supplier security metrics, dashboards, and reports to provide clear visibility of risk and trends.

Who you are

An individual with 5+ years of experience in third‑party risk management or information security risk management.
Knowledgeable in information security principles, controls, and compliance frameworks, including ISO/IEC 27001 or similar standards.
Experienced in leading or supporting third‑party security assessments, internal audits, and risk management activities.
Comfortable working with data to produce clear, accurate reports and presentations for varied audiences.
Skilled in stakeholder engagement, influencing, and collaborative problem‑solving across diverse teams and cultures.

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 global supplier cyber security challenges within a large, complex organisation.
Exposure to international stakeholders, suppliers, and risk environments.
A role that enables independent decision‑making within a clearly defined risk management framework.
A collaborative environment aligned to speed, simplicity, trust, and continuous improvement.

What skills you will learn

Advanced supplier cyber risk assessment and remediation tracking techniques.
Practical application of global security standards across diverse supplier networks.
Enhanced stakeholder communication and influencing skills in a global context.
Use of risk and compliance platforms to support data‑driven security decisions.

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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