Architect Platform Security at Vodafone in LISBOA, Portugal

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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.

The Architect Platform Security is the security subject matter expert within the Vodafone TV Architecture team. The role ensures that security requirements, risk assessments, approvals and governance activities are embedded throughout the design and delivery lifecycle of Vodafone TV products and services.

Acting as the bridge between Vodafone TV project teams and Vodafone Group Security functions, the architect coordinates security, privacy, supplier security and assurance activities so that required decisions and approvals are obtained in time and do not become late delivery blockers.

What you’ll do

Security architecture and governance:

• Act as the security authority and trusted advisor for the Vodafone TV platform ecosystem.

• Define, maintain and promote secure architecture principles, standards and best practices.

• Provide security guidance during solution design, architecture reviews and project delivery.

• Ensure security is considered early and remains aligned with relevant Vodafone policies and standards.

Group Security interface and approvals:

• Serve as the primary interface between Vodafone TV and Vodafone Group Security functions.

• Coordinate cyber security, supplier security, penetration testing, privacy, legal and compliance activities.

• Ensure required assessments, security memos, exceptions and governance approvals are planned, tracked and completed before production deployment.

• Proactively manage dependencies, timelines, risks and escalations with project stakeholders.

Project and delivery assurance:

• Work closely with architects, engineering teams, product owners, programme managers, operations and external suppliers throughout the delivery lifecycle.

• Translate security requirements into clear, actionable expectations for project teams and delivery plans.

• Identify security risks early, provide pragmatic mitigation guidance and track findings through closure.

• Support delivery teams during design, implementation, testing, release readiness and go-live activities.

Vodafone TV security posture:

• Maintain a current view of the security posture across Vodafone TV platforms, services, applications and suppliers.

• Drive consistent security documentation and applicability assessments across backend services, client applications, cloud infrastructure, data platforms and third-party solutions.

• Facilitate security workshops, architecture reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions.

• Monitor emerging threats and industry practices relevant to TV, OTT, media and digital platforms.

Who you are

• Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Engineering or a comparable discipline is desirable. Relevant professional security and architecture certifications are highly desirable.
• Extensive experience in cyber security architecture, security assurance, risk management or security governance within a complex enterprise environment.
• Strong understanding of secure-by-design principles, secure software development lifecycle and DevSecOps practices.
• Practical knowledge of cloud, application, API, microservices, container, identity and infrastructure security.
• Experience coordinating threat modelling, risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing and remediation activities.
• Experience with third-party and supplier security assessments, privacy and compliance governance.
• Ability to influence across architecture, engineering, product, programme and security organizations without direct authority.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to translate security risk into clear delivery actions.
• Experience working in Agile or SAFe delivery environments.
• Experience with TV, IPTV, OTT, streaming or digital media platforms is strongly desirable.
• Understanding of content protection, DRM, customer and device identity, entitlement, API protection and fraud or abuse prevention.
• Familiarity with client ecosystems such as set-top boxes, Smart TV, mobile and web applications.
• Awareness of multi-market platform delivery and the security implications of cloud, SaaS and strategic supplier solutions.

Not a perfect fit?

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.

What's in it for you

• Hybrid Work Model - Flexible hybrid work model with 8-10 in-office days per month, managed by team leaders;
• Vodafone Products and Services - Employees get a mobile phone, free communication plan, data card, and various discounts on services and products;
• Recognition - Recognition programs for innovative, creative, high-potential employees and exemplary behaviors;
• Health and Well-being - Well-being Program offers nutrition and psychological consultations, webinars, workshops, and discounts on various services and products;
• Learning - Access to Communities of Practice and a customizable digital training platform with high-quality content (namely Harvard Business Publishing, Skillsoft and Speexx);
• Local and International Mobility - Internal recruitment with local and international rotation opportunities across departments and roles.

Who we are

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.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.

Together we can.