Security Portfolio Manager

Job Description

Are you ready to lead the charge in fortifying our digital defences while orchestrating sophisticated projects like a maestro? As the Security Roadmap Leader, your mission is to ensure our security initiatives not only hit every mark but do so with flair!

You’ll be at the helm of large, multifaceted programmes, guiding them from concept to delivery, keeping an eagle eye on every governance checkpoint and critical metric. Think of yourself as the grand conductor of security strategy, collaborating with everyone from the Build Team to the CIO and CTO.

Your role? To be the go-to functional lead for all things' security, while engaging with analysts, project managers, and design leads. Oh, and you’ll also be prepping top-notch presentations that make governance and investment committees take notice.

So, if you’re an expert in juggling big ideas, big teams, and big security goals, this role was made for you!

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, impactful teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

The must haves

In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;

• A deep understanding of Cyber Security standard methodologies and controls, with practical experience in delivering NIST Framework (or similar) controls in real-world scenarios.
• Well-rounded expertise in all aspects of security, with a solid grasp of how these are applied in real business settings, while balancing the vital levels of control to align with the company’s operating environment and risk tolerance.
• Exceptional project and programme leadership skills, with the ability to assess situations, weigh the importance and risks, and make thoughtful, timely decisions that are in the best interest of the organisation.
• Comfortable multitasking, switching seamlessly between tasks, and viewing projects from various perspectives simultaneously.
• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate positive relationships, delegate responsibilities clearly, provide constructive feedback, and offer support and encouragement. Naturally empowers the team and fosters an environment of mutual respect, ensuring a focus on delivering high-quality results on time.
• Validated experience in leading and coordinating multiple sophisticated tasks with ease.

The other stuff we are looking for

We'd also love you to bring;

• Superb communication skills, with the ability to communicate, both written and verbal, across all areas of VMO2.
• Good partner management and influencing skills across all levels of business.
• Command of data analysis and interpretation
• Good knowledge of security regulatory standards like ISO27001, PCI-DSS and the Telecoms Security Requirements

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include two stage interview process.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a
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