Cyber Security jobs in United Kingdom

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.

Cyber Defence Operations (CDO) is Vodafone Group’s Cyber Defence Operations Centre of Excellence. CDO’s mission is to protect Vodafone customers against global cyber risk. CDO is specifically accountable for delivering:

• Cyber Defence operational leadership across Vodafone.
• Cyber Defence operational capabilities to Vodafone Group, the Local Market Operating Companies, and Partner Markets to enhance Vodafone’s global cyber defence posture and reduce its cyber risk.

• Work closely with security analysts and engineers to detect and address security gaps by implementing automation workflows that enhance security operations.
• Evaluate and enhance CSOC workflows and processes by integrating automation through SOAR tools and technologies.
• Deploy CSOC automation and ensure compatibility with existing detection and response tools.
• Create and implement custom scripts to automate current detection and response workflows.
• Operate and refine the CSOC playbook and workflow automations.
• Requirement Analysis – Collaborating with stakeholders to gather and analyse requirements for the Soar and translating them into actionable development tasks.
• Risk Management – Identifying potential risks and challenges in Soar development projects alongside implementing strategies to mitigate them.
• Vendor Management – Collaborating with external vendors or partners when necessary for tool integration, support or other aspects of SOAR development.

• Strong understanding of security concepts and practices, along with proficiency in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript or others commonly utilised in Soar development.
• In-depth knowledge and extensive hands‑on experience with Soar platforms such as Splunk Phantom, Siemplify, IBM Resilient or similar tools.
• Knowledge of advanced threat detection and response methodologies alongside tools such as SIEM and SOAR.
• Comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity principles including security operations, incident response and threat intelligence.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify and address complex technical challenges in Soar solution development.
• Excellent familiarity with standard security frameworks such as MITRE, cyber kill chain and APT campaign strategies.
• Proven ability to work efficiently in fast‑paced work environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Cyber Security/Information Technology or related field
• One or more cyber security certifications such as GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, GNFA, CEH, ECSA preferred

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.

• Discretionary yearly bonus:10%
• Annual leave:28 days + bank holidays + the opportunity to buy/sell/carry over 5 days/year
• Charity days:5 days/year
• Maternity/adoption leave:52 weeks out of which the first 13 weeks are fully paid followed by 26 weeks of half pay and 6 months - working 4 days, getting paid 5
• Paternity leave:16 weeks fully paid
• Private pension:You can contribute up to 5% of your basic pay with 2:1 matching from Vodafone up to 10%.
• Access to:private medical, private dental, free health assessments, share save scheme
• Additional discounts:Vodafone retail, gym, cinema, cycle to work, season ticket loan

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.

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