Senior AI Cybersecurity Product Manager

Who we are

VOIS (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.
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About this Role

What you'll do

• Define and execute the global AI security portfolio strategy, roadmap, investment priorities and market positioning.
• Develop AI security propositions that support Vodafone's growth ambitions and strengthen its differentiation in the cybersecurity market.
• Build and manage business cases, operating models, commercial strategies and partner ecosystems for AI security solutions.
• Lead the development of services covering AI security posture assessments, advisory services, governance, risk and compliance.
• Develop secure AI adoption frameworks, controls and solutions that help customers manage the risks associated with artificial intelligence.
• Shape security propositions for Generative AI, AI agents and Large Language Models.
• Support the development of AI-enabled threat detection, security operations and automation capabilities.
• Develop propositions for continuous AI security monitoring, risk management and compliance.
• Establish strategic relationships with AI and cybersecurity technology providers to accelerate innovation and time to market.
• Engage with local Vodafone markets to support portfolio planning, financial planning, prioritisation and product integration.
• Simplify propositions and product processes to improve scalability and reduce time to market.
• Align go-to-market activities with sales teams and relevant stakeholders.
• Gather and apply customer feedback to improve propositions, customer outcomes and commercial performance.
• Track and improve key performance indicators, revenue performance and customer success measures.
• Develop customer case studies that demonstrate the value and impact of the portfolio.
• Act as an internal and external thought leader for AI security and the assigned product area.
• Maintain an effective stakeholder map and communications plan.
• Communicate complex technical and commercial concepts clearly to senior leaders, sales teams, analysts and technically experienced audiences.
• Coordinate and influence cross-functional, virtual, supplier and partner teams within a global matrix organisation.

Who you are

• You have proven experience working across cybersecurity and AI-related initiatives, products or services.
• You have a strong understanding of AI security risks, governance frameworks and emerging industry standards.
• You have experience defining, developing and launching technology products or services within cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, cloud or a related field.
• You understand AI-driven security solutions, cyber-risk management and the evolving AI threat landscape.
• You have demonstrable experience managing complex programmes, product launches or strategic initiatives.
• You have a sound commercial understanding and can evaluate investment value and potential returns for Vodafone and its customers.
• You can develop product strategies, commercial propositions, business cases and operating models.
• You have experience working with technology providers, strategic partners and cross-functional teams.
• You can communicate complex information in a clear, concise and engaging way.
• You can build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at different organisational levels.
• You are comfortable presenting to senior leaders, sales teams, analysts and technically experienced audiences.
• You can coordinate multidisciplinary teams effectively in a global matrix organisation.
• You can organise priorities, make informed decisions and deliver results within demanding timelines.
• You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where technologies, regulations and market requirements continue to evolve.

Not 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 you

• The opportunity to become a founding contributor to an emerging strategic AI security function.
• Ownership of a product or service area within Vodafone's wider global security portfolio.
• The opportunity to shape the strategic, technological and commercial direction of AI security solutions.
• Exposure to global markets, customer requirements and local-market portfolio planning.
• Collaboration with specialists across cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, sales, commercial, finance and technology functions.
• The opportunity to work with leading AI and cybersecurity technology providers.
• Visibility across senior leadership, sales teams, technical communities and industry analysts.
• The ability to contribute to solutions that help organisations adopt AI securely and manage emerging AI-related risks.

What skills you will learn

• Global AI cybersecurity portfolio strategy and roadmap development.
• AI security proposition design and lifecycle management.
• Commercial modelling and business-case development for emerging technologies.
• Practical application of AI governance, risk and compliance frameworks.
• Secure adoption approaches for Generative AI, AI agents and Large Language Models.
• AI security monitoring, continuous compliance and risk-management practices.
• Strategic technology partnership and ecosystem management.
• Global go-to-market planning and local-market portfolio integration.
• Customer success measurement, KPI management and revenue optimisation.
• Influencing and delivery across complex international matrix organisations.
• Thought leadership and communication for technical, commercial and executive audiences.

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Vodafone 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.

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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 fast 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.

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