Secure by Design Expert Consumer IT & Channels - Bucharest and Iasi

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.

About this Role

We are seeking a security specialist who will provide hands-on expertise in cyber security consultancy, secure-by-design practices, risk management and compliance for Consumer IT & Channels. The individual will work closely with diverse stakeholders, support security governance, and enable secure delivery of digital products and services by ensuring that systems, data, and customer information remain protected.

What you will do

• Provide expert guidance on secure-by-design principles to Consumer IT & Channels and support security integration throughout development lifecycles.
• Collaborate with architecture, design, engineering and operations teams to ensure adherence to Vodafone security standards.
• Identify, assess and prioritise risks while supporting remediation plans and mitigation initiatives.
• Conduct security reviews, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards such as GDPR, ISO 27001, PCI DSS and SOX.
• Support vulnerability assessment activities, reporting and follow-up, and contribute to improving security posture across platforms.
• Communicate security risks effectively to technical and non‑technical stakeholders, providing clear recommendations for complex environments.
• Enable a positive security culture by demonstrating how security can enable business innovation and secure product delivery.

Who you are

• Experienced cybersecurity professional with 5+ years in security, including hands‑on consulting, risk management and security governance.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, frameworks and best practices.
• Knowledgeable in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker) and identity and access management.
• Familiar with usability in security and privacy, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non‑technical audiences.
• Able to work effectively in near‑shore or remote team environments, using strong communication and critical thinking skills.
• Holds relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, GIAC, TOGAF, SABSA or equivalent.

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

- Hybrid way of working: 2 days per week/ 8 per month
- Medical and dental services
- Life and hospitalization insurance
- Dedicated employee phone subscription
- Take control of your benefits and choose any of the below options: MEAL TICKETS/ PRIVATE PENSION/VACATION VOUCHERS/ CULTURAL VOUCHERS within the budget.
- Special discounts for gyms and retailers
- Annual Company Bonus
- Ongoing Education – we continuously invest in you to ensure you have everything needed to excel on the job and enhance your skills
- You get to work with tried and trusted web-technology
- We let you write your own story by planning vacations: go for a trip, experience new things, have fun and enjoy your 23 days off.
- Special Paternal Program - 4 months of paid paternity leave

We recognize and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workplace so that we are as diverse as the customers and communities we serve. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, color, 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.

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

• Advanced secure‑by‑design methodologies and risk assessment skills.
• Enhanced knowledge of regulatory compliance and cloud security tooling.
• Increased expertise in vulnerability management and security automation.
• Strengthened communication skills for stakeholder engagement across technical and business domains.

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 truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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