Who we areVOIS (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. #VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFutureAbout this RoleWe are seeking a Supplier Cyber Security & Secure-by-Design Consultant to help embed security by design principles across Vodafone’s supplier ecosystem. This role is responsible for assessing cyber security and regulatory risks associated with third-party suppliers, ensuring compliance with UK Telecom Security regulations, and supporting secure sourcing and supplier engagement decisions. The role acts as a trusted technical advisor to business, technology and procurement stakeholders, helping Vodafone reduce supplier-related cyber risk while enabling secure business growth.What you’ll doConduct security and compliance assessments of suppliers during sourcing, procurement and contracting activitiesEvaluate supplier security posture against Vodafone security requirements and relevant regulatory obligations, including UK Telecom Security regulationsIdentify, assess and document cyber security risks, compliance gaps, mitigations and security recommendations to support sourcing decisionsEngage with suppliers to understand and influence their security controls, compliance posture and risk management practicesProvide technical security expertise to internal stakeholders and support informed decision-making during supplier evaluationsSupport contract negotiations by recommending appropriate security controls, contractual provisions and risk mitigation measuresDevelop, operate and continuously improve secure-by-supplier processes, assessment methodologies,



tools and reporting capabilitiesCollaborate with subject matter experts across technology, cyber security, procurement and business functions to validate security positions and risk decisionsProvide guidance to Vodafone teams and supplier organisations on security standards, compliance requirements and secure-by-design principlesPromote a positive security culture by demonstrating how security can support business objectives and act as a business differentiatorWho you are5+ years of professional experience in cyber security, information security or supplier security risk managementExperience evaluating supplier responses and assessing security risks within procurement, sourcing or pre-sales environmentsStrong understanding of networking concepts, traffic flows, network architecture and security best practicesExperience managing stakeholders across multiple organisational levels and functionsStrong technical understanding of cyber security domains including cloud security, web services, identity and access management, network security and vulnerability managementKnowledge of Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) security governance modelsExperience communicating technical security risks and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiencesFamiliarity with penetration testing concepts and supplier security assessment methodologiesExpertise across telecom technologies including switching, routing, mobile networks, radio access networks, firewalls, gateways, IoT devices and private mobile networksDegree in Information Security or a related disciplineOne or more recognised certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, GIAC, TOGAF, SABSA or equivalentNot 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 youOpportunity to play a key role in strengthening Vodafone’s supplier cyber security ecosystemExposure to global supplier engagements, regulatory frameworks and secure-by-design initiativesCollaboration with cyber security, procurement, legal, technology and business stakeholdersThe ability to influence supplier risk decisions and improve cyber resilience across critical servicesExperience working with emerging security technologies, cloud solutions and telecom environmentsWhat skills you will learnAdvanced supplier cyber security risk assessment and governance practicesPractical application of secure-by-design principles within complex supplier ecosystemsEnhanced expertise in telecom security, cloud security and regulatory compliance frameworksStronger stakeholder influencing, negotiation and communication skillsImproved understanding of contractual security controls and third-party risk management strategiesVOIS Equal Opportunity Employer CommitmentVodafone 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 UsAt 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 quick 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.Alert Apply for Vodafone jobs only through the official Vodafone Careers website to avoid job scams and fraud. #JDEnhancedByTARAFollow us on social mediaLinkedIn: https://www.Linkedin.Com/company/vois/Facebook: https://www.Facebook.Com/voisglobalInstagram: https://www.Instagram.Com/voisglobal/You can also chat with our employees to learn more about our projects: https://lnkd.In/dpkrcvR2

📌 Supplier Cyber Security & Secure-By-Design Consultant (Pune)
🏢 Vodafone Italia
📍 Pune