Head of Cyber Security Job at Vodafone (Praha)

Head of Cyber Security

Vodafone

Location:
Czech Republic , Praha

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Evaluate, test, recommend, develop, coordinate, monitor and maintain information systems (IS) and cyber security policies, procedures and systems, including access management for hardware, firmware and software. Ensure that IS and cyber security architecture/designs, plans, controls, processes, standards, policies and procedures are aligned with IS standards and overall IS and cyber security. Identify security risks and exposures, determine the causes of security violations and suggest procedures to halt future incidents and improve security. Implement IS and cyber security policies and take measures against intrusion, frauds, attacks or leaks. In this senior leadership role at the B-1 level you will directly manage 7 reports. We can offer this position as part time job in case of your interest.

Job Responsibility:

Manage, motivate and develop Security teams, ensure people have clear priorities and direction. Influence and develop people and change behaviour. Inspire and create the right working climate. Ensure safety of crisis management team so that the company remains operational under all circumstances
Develop and implement mid-term Cyber Security strategy, cyber security baseline and align to local priorities
Manage Cyber Security Risk in line with Vodafone and Local Market tolerance. Lead a proactive spear of the business to advise and develop security solutions – secure by design products and services. Provide regular and transparent security risk reporting to the Technology leadership, Executive Committee and local audit risk committee
Within clearly defined company policies, principles and specific objectives and with understanding of local security laws and regulations deliver cyber security improvements and projects to ensure effective controls. Proactively manage and maintain local certifications
Manage local security incidents and event to minimise the impact to customers, services, data and people
Act as a positive and active member of the Vodafone Cyber Security Leadership Team and Technology Leadership team. Build strong and effective relationships with Corporate Security, local security authorities and key business stakeholders
Design and maintain cyber defence capability with the best synergies across EU7 markets. Establishing common processes, methodology, and ways of working in cyber defence domain
Perform other job-related duties or tasks defined by the supervisor or resulting from assigned agendas

Requirements:

Proven track record of shaping and executing cyber security strategy in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment, with clear linkage to business priorities
Strong grasp of current threat landscape and the ability to translate emerging risks into actionable business decisions and investments
Experience operating at senior leadership level, including regular interaction with executive committees and risk/audit bodies
Ability to drive security-by-design principles into products, services, and technology architecture—not just enforce controls post-delivery
Demonstrated ownership of cyber risk management frameworks, including defining risk appetite and ensuring transparent, decision-ready reporting
Hands-on experience with incident leadership in high-impact situations, including coordination across technical teams, business leadership, and external parties
Deep understanding of regulatory and certification environments, with practical experience maintaining compliance in a changing legal landscape
Strong judgement in balancing risk, cost, and operational impact—especially when priorities conflict or information is incomplete
Ability to simplify complex technical topics into clear, business-relevant narratives that influence decision-making
Experience building and evolving cyber defence capabilities, including standardisation across multiple markets or organisational units
Credibility to challenge stakeholders and influence outcomes without relying on formal authority
Track record of developing senior talent and shaping team capability in line with future security needs

What we offer:

Annual bonus
5 weeks of vacation
5 personal days
16 weeks vacations for new parents
Mobile phone and unlimited tariff
24 000 benefit points per year for vacations, educational courses, or cinema
uLékaře.cz service
Headquarters located at metro line with nearby amenities
Bike rental
Gym located in the building

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 24, 2026

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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Head of Cyber Security

Vodafone

Location:
Czech Republic , Praha

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 24, 2026

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