SUPPLIER CYBER SECURITY SPECIALIST

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 Supplier Cyber Security Specialist to oversee and enhance cyber security practices across Vodafone’s supplier ecosystem. This role is responsible for assessing, managing, and reducing cyber risks associated with third-party suppliers, ensuring consistent implementation of security controls across the supplier lifecycle. The role plays a key part in aligning global cyber security strategies with local priorities while maintaining compliance, strengthening governance, and protecting Vodafone’s infrastructure from external threats.

What you’ll do

• Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to assess and understand cyber security risks
• Conduct end-to-end cyber security risk assessments across the supplier lifecycle, including onboarding, contract phase, in-life operations, and offboarding
• Track and manage supplier risk reduction plans to ensure effective mitigation of identified vulnerabilities
• Develop, implement and operate security standards, processes, tools and reporting frameworks across Vodafone
• Support internal stakeholders by providing guidance on supplier security processes, policies and outputs
• Integrate supplier cyber security processes with broader organisational risk management frameworks
• Develop and maintain supplier security dashboards, metrics and performance reports
• Participate in communication processes across the supplier security ecosystem to ensure clarity and alignment

Who you are

• 8+ years of experience in third-party risk management or information security risk management
• Strong understanding of information security principles and third-party risk frameworks
• Experience working with standards such as ISO 27001, SOC audits, and related compliance frameworks
• Proven ability to manage cyber security risks within complex supplier environments
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Ability to analyse data and create structured reports and presentations
• Experience using risk management platforms such as OneTrust or Riskonnect
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to simplify and resolve complex challenges
• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field
• Prior experience in supplier audits, risk management and global stakeholder engagement

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 work on global cyber security initiatives across a diverse supplier ecosystem
• Exposure to enterprise-scale security risk management and governance frameworks
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams including security, procurement and operations
• A role that combines operational delivery with strategic impact on risk reduction

What skills you will learn

• Advanced third-party risk management and supplier security governance practices
• Practical application of international security standards such as ISO 27001 and SOC frameworks
• Enhanced stakeholder engagement and influencing skills in a global environment
• Stronger reporting, analytics and risk assessment capabilities

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

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