IT Security Engineer

Role purpose:

The job holder will be responsible for performing various functions and recommending suitable strategies to ensure the safety of organization’s IT systems from potential threats and attacks that could disrupt company’s operations. He/she will be responsible to report vulnerabilities and hardening deviations in systems and software architecture, propose appropriate strategies to address them and monitor while recommending specific measures that can improve the company’s overall security posture.

Key accountabilities and decision ownership:

• Plan, implement, manage, monitor and upgrade security measures for the protection of the organization's data, systems
• Ensuring that the organization's data and infrastructure are protected by enabling the appropriate security controls.
• Proactively and reactively identify, assess, and manage IT security risks, ensuring accurate recording, timely reporting, and effective follow-up on mitigation measures to protect organizational assets and data.
• Taking an active role in the change management process
• Evaluating the organization’s security needs and establish best practices and standards accordingly
• Identifying current and emerging technology issues including security trends, vulnerabilities, and threats
• Liaising with vendors to implement security solutions
• Conducting proactive research to analyze security weaknesses and recommend appropriate strategies
• Daily administrative tasks, reporting, and communication with the relevant departments in the organization.
• Provide subject-matter expert input to Technology Security Policy requirements and procedures

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

• A degree in computer science, IT, systems engineering, or related qualification.
• Experience with Office 365 Security and Endpoint Security.
• Experience in identifying, managing, and reporting IT security risks, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and industry standards.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical mind and outstanding problem-solving skills.
• Good Understanding on Mobile and Fixed business and technologies
• Project Management skills
• People & Stakeholders Management
• Adaptive communication skills
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional work teams toward task completion
• Critical / applied thinking (listen, evaluate and propose)
• Good literacy and report writing skills

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

• Previous experience in Telecommunication industry
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems and/or equivalent work experience
• Very good oral and written communication skills in both Greek and English language

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What's in it for you

• Competitive pay, bonus & remuneration package
• Private Health & Medical Insurance
• Hybrid way of working: a blend of 60% remote and 40% office-based working, including the option to work up to 20 days from abroad
• Remote work equipment to help you create a comfortable, ergonomic workspace at home
• Unlimited access to learning resources and trainings
• Vodafone Parental Leave: 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave to all employees regardless of gender, sexual orientation or length of service
• Spirit of Vodafone Day: one day each quarter dedicated to your personal development
• Extra days off: Vodafone Day, Family Day, Volunteering Day
• Needless to say, we cater for your communication wherever you are
• Office amenities (subject to the office location): such as restaurant, beauty corner, gym and parking
• Special employee offers and discounts

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Who we are

You may have already heard of Vodafone - We're a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.

As part of our global family, whether that's Vodafone, Vodacom or _VOIS, you'll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.

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