Architect - Secure by Design_OIT

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 Secure by Design professional to lead technically orientated security assessments for Office IT (OIT) services within Global Cyber Security. The individual will ensure that products, services and infrastructure across Vodafone are secure by design, assist in defining and reviewing security requirements, and provide expert guidance to programme and project teams. This role is essential in enabling the business to implement secure technologies, reduce risk effectively, and ensure compliance with global cyber security standards.

What you will do

• Deliver technically focused security assessments for OIT products and services, ensuring alignment to secure by design principles.
• Define, communicate and oversee implementation of security requirements for new and existing services.
• Provide expert security design consultancy to architecture, delivery and operational teams across markets and group entities.
• Evaluate risks and compliance status of Office IT products, cloud services and AI-driven platforms, ensuring mitigation to acceptable levels.
• Guide suppliers and third parties in meeting Vodafone’s security expectations and standards.
• Support agile teams by coaching Security Champions and managing external security consultancy resources.
• Influence a collaborative approach that positions security as a business enabler.

Who you are

• Extensive professional experience in information technology and cyber security, with strong capability in securing Office IT products and services.
• Demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies, including O365 Security & Compliance, Copilot, Microsoft Defender, Azure and cloud productivity ecosystems.
• Strong understanding of AI security and governance, including LLM risk management, prompt security and secure enterprise AI deployment.Solid background in enterprise risk management across cloud, Office IT and AI-related environments.
• Proficient in agile ways of working, modern cloud service consumption models and identity management in collaboration ecosystems.
• Ability to communicate complex technical matters to diverse non‑technical business stakeholders clearly and effectively.
• Holds relevant qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, ISO 27001 LA, GIAC, TOGAF or SABSA.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cyber security, 10+ years with Microsoft Office 365 and related services, and 5+ years in cloud security.

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 dscription, 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 influence global cyber security practices across multiple markets and functions.
• Work on cutting-edge technologies including cloud, AI and enterprise collaboration platforms.
• Exposure to cross-functional global teams and high-impact security governance.
• Ability to shape secure solutions for products used by millions globally.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced secure-by-design methodologies across enterprise-scale environments.
• Deep practical understanding of AI security governance and LLM risk management.
• Enhanced ability to communicate security strategy to senior business stakeholders.
• Practical experience in multi-market risk mitigation and supplier security oversight.
• Broader leadership capability through coaching and influencing technical teams.

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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