Executive Head: Cybersecurity: SA Operations at Vodafone United States

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cybersecurity Program Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Cyber Risk Management, Threat Detection, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Compliance, Enterprise Security Architecture, Zero Trust Models, Cloud-Native Security, Hybrid Cloud Security, DevSecOps, Communication Skills, Budget Management, Leadership

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Your responsibilities will include: Responsible for the SA organization-wide cybersecurity program, governance, and risk management. Delivering new security capabilities into business areas and identifying opportunities and security demand from business areas. Establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. Participate in development of Group security policies, standards, and framework and drive their localization in the SA market. Provide security consultation for business transformation and applications-related projects so that decisions can be made as to the most appropriate delivery methodology. Provide leadership to the SA team, in line with business requirements, technology standards and best practices within the function. Proven leadership experience managing large, cross-functional teams and complex cybersecurity operations in multiple business portfolios Expertise in cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies such as threat detection and response, encryption, identity and access management, and cloud security. Advanced knowledge of cyber risk management, threat modelling, and mitigation across business units and third-party ecosystems. Strong understanding of local and global regulatory frameworks (e.g. GDPR, POPIA, PCI-DSS), with experience leading compliance, audit readiness, and remediation. Proven ability to engage with regulators, suppliers, and industry bodies——while enforcing governance frameworks aligned with ISO 27001, NIST, and COBIT. Expertise in enterprise security architecture, including secure-by-design principles, zero trust models, and cloud-native security frameworks. Proficiency in securing hybrid and multi-cloud environments (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP), implementing identity and access management (IAM), privileged access controls, and authentication mechanisms. Familiarity with secure software development (DevSecOps), SIEM, DLP, endpoint protection, and emerging technologies such as AI-driven threats and quantum risks. Proven leadership experience managing large, cross-functional teams with a focus on collaboration and capability building. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to present technical insights to non-technical audiences. Commitment to mentoring, succession planning, and fostering a strong cybersecurity culture. Financial acumen with experience in budget management, cost optimization, and vendor performance oversight. Closing date for Applications: 12 November 2025. The base location for this role is Vodacom, Midrand Campus. The company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for the SA organization-wide cybersecurity program, governance, and risk management. Provide leadership to the SA team, ensuring alignment with business requirements and technology standards.