Enterprise Security Architect

At Vodafone, we're not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we're shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you're part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.

We are looking for a highly skilled Enterprise Security Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience as a security architect within a large organization and a proven track record in designing and implementing security controls for consumer and e-commerce solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of modern infrastructure technologies, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and serverless computing, as well as excellent knowledge of AWS and Microsoft Azure technologies.

• Develop Security Technology Roadmaps, Target Architectures, Technical Guidance, High-Level Designs, and Design Patterns.
• Lead the security design and architecture, ensuring its delivery and alignment with the organization's objectives.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate architecture and technology reviews of major programs.
• Align and document security technologies and products with Enterprise Security capabilities.
• Analyze the current IT security environment to detect critical deficiencies and recommend solutions for improvement.
• Support the design and implementation of an Enterprise Security Architecture strategy.
• Advocate and support the enterprise's IT security strategy and assist in developing and implementing various IT security roadmaps.
• Provide clear and rapid analysis of issues and propose solutions to operational and business challenges.
• Take ownership of the security design/architecture and ensure its delivery.
• Bring teams and leadership together behind the security vision and advocate for security within the business.
• Find solutions to problems, work through ambiguity, and break down complex issues into workable steps.
• Develop and implement security controls for B2B and B2C solutions, including IaaS and PaaS.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in IT Security, Information Assurance, or IT Auditing.
• Significant experience in cyber security disciplines with knowledge of various Cloud Service Providers (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Compute Platform).
• Experience with architecture frameworks such as SABSA, or TOGAF, and specific security frameworks and standards such as NIST, MITRE, OWASP.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of cyber capabilities, including designing and deploying security solutions.
• Proven record of solving complex problems and turning them into actionable plans.
• Relevant cyber certifications (e.g., CISSP, SABSA, CISM) are an advantage.
• Excellent technical writing proficiency and oral presentation skills in English.
• Highly collaborative with the ability to build relationships with colleagues from different cultures throughout the organization.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to work through ambiguity and find pragmatic solutions.
• Knowledge of security standards such as ISO, NIST, CIS, and OWASP Top 10.

Personal Attributes:

• Enthusiastic and curious about security technology and its benefits to the business.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to explain complex concepts to stakeholders at multiple levels.
• A people-centric approach, recognizing that technology serves customers, employees, and partners.

Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people 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 still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.

Hybrid working regime 2 days from the office, 3 days remote

Special discounts for Vodafone employees, Friends & Family offers

Demo telephone subscription - unlimited (voice and data)

Voucher for the purchase of a mobile phone

Medical subscription to a top private clinic & other medical benefits

Insurance for hospitalization and surgical interventions

Life insurance

Meal tickets

Bookster subscription

Participation in development programs and challenging projects in the leadership area

Access to internal Wellbeing & Recognition events

Extra vacation days (for seniority, special events, volunteering)

You will benefit from specializations in your field of activity, through programs based on modern training methods and systems

We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.

Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.

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