What you’ll do

As a Network Security Engineer you will be responsible for the overall High/Low Level Design and working configuration for the network security capabilities that support reliable and secure hosted and collaborative services across the whole Vodafone business, mainly focused Data Center and Office network environments. More specifically you will:

Drive increased quality of our network end to end
Provide HLDs, LLDs, define templates, modularize and industrialize configuration items and their implementation.
Deploy the network fit for purpose including understanding of how our services/applications layer will run across the network (capacity, capability, utilisation)
Harmonize office LAN services, enable seamless access over a converged wired/wireless network to global IT systems and provide guest services for external partner services as well as Third party connectivity
Implement Virtualisation and segregation concepts
Conduct proof of concept (POC) validation
Responsible for optimal implementation process that delivers ensured quality
Quality assurance in the design and implementation process
Responsible to ensure a network documentation
Responsible to ensure network harmonisation and standardization across the Region / the local market

Who you are

An academic degree and/or at least 3/5 years work experience in an IT organization supporting large heterogeneous IT infrastructures.
Experiences in project management
Result-oriented and enjoy taking initiative as well as responsibility
Fluent English oral and written
Understanding of operational environments and delivery projects
Ability to work across multi-functional and cultural boundaries to deliver results/change
Familiarity with other engineering domains or teams involved in network security aspects such as OSS, IT and CSO departments
Knowledge of Mobile Network Operator environment as well as 3GPP standard architectures
Strong experience in Python and GoLang, automation scripting, and automation frameworks
Designed, developed, and executed System Test documents (Test Strategy, Test setup, Test Report), test case documents
Expert Knowledge in networks (TCP/IP, Protocols, Structures, Hardware, Security)
Expert Knowledge in the area of the installation and configuration of network components (Routers, Firewalls)
Deep knowledge of IP networks security systems, with experience on the engineering and management of Firewalls, IDS/IPS, PKI, and content filtering platforms.
Expert Knowledge in security (Encryption, Authentication, Authorization, Accounting, 802.1x, PKI, certificates)
Knowledge in network management and network analysis

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All 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 apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What's in it for you

Competitive pay, bonus & remuneration package
Private Health & Medical Insurance
Hybrid way of working: a blend of remote and office-based working, including the option to work up to 20 days from abroad
Remote work equipment to help you create a comfortable, ergonomic workspace at home
Unlimited access to learning resources and trainings
Vodafone Parental Leave: 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave to all employees regardless of gender, sexual orientation or length of service
Spirit of Vodafone Day: one day each quarter dedicated to your personal development
Extra days off: Vodafone Day, Family Day, Volunteering Day
Needless to say, we cater for your communication wherever you are
Office amenities (subject to the office location): such as restaurant, gym and parking
Special employee offers and discounts

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Who we are

You may have already heard of Vodafone - We're a leading Telecommunications company in Europe and Africa. But what you might not know is that we are continuously investing in new technologies to improve the lives of millions of customers, businesses and people around the world, creating a better future for everyone.

As part of our global family, whether that's Vodafone, Vodacom or _VOIS, you'll feel a sense of pride and purpose as you contribute to our culture of innovation. We pursue equality of opportunity and inclusion for all candidates through our employment policies and practices. We recognise and celebrate the importance of diversity and inclusivity in our workspace and we do not tolerate any form of discrimination especially related to but not limited to race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, religion, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, social origin, cultural background, social, or marital status.

Together we can.