Senior Manager - 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 Senior Tester to deliver high-quality testing services within the IT Shared Service Centre for telecommunications platforms and services. This role involves managing offshore test delivery across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with agreed milestones, cost, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Telco environments, including Billing, CRM, and Online Media portals, and will be responsible for test planning, execution, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.

What you’ll do

• Conduct security assessments and define requirements for new products and services.
• Provide expert guidance on security architecture and design across business units.
• Act as a cyber coach to agile projects and program teams globally.
• Ensure compliance with Vodafone’s security standards for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Risk & Compliance, Ethical Hacking, and Security Operations.
• Influence the risk posture of products and services and support commercial launch decisions.
• Promote security as a business enabler and differentiator.

Who you are

• 10–15 years of experience in IT security, with strong expertise in Security Architecture.
• Proficient in Information Security Risk Assessment, including Cloud, Data Centre, and Application Security.
• Familiar with OWASP “Security by Design” and Risk Frameworks.
• Experienced with standards/frameworks such as ISO27001, ISO22301, ISO31001, NIST 800-53, OWASP.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Able to simplify complex problems and deliver innovative solutions.
• Advantageous if certified in CISA, CISM, ISO 27001/31001, or ITIL/SCRUM/Lean Six Sigma.
• Knowledge of GDPR, Data Privacy, and Information Protection.
• Experience in telecoms or IP networks is a plus.

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 be a part testing initiatives in a global telecom environment.
• Exposure to diverse technologies including CRM, Billing, and Middleware.
• Collaboration with international teams and stakeholders.
• Involvement in strategic and operational decision-making.
• A chance to contribute to innovation and continuous improvement in testing practices.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced test management and stakeholder communication.
• Cross-functional collaboration in a global delivery model.
• Strategic planning and KPI tracking.
• Exposure to telecom-specific systems and integration testing.
• Leadership in offshore delivery and quality assurance.

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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