Cyber Security Analyst

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

We are seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to join the Enterprise SOC DDoS Operations team in Bucharest, Romania. This role is focused on real-time cyber threat management, DDoS attack detection and mitigation, incident response, customer support, and security operations. The successful candidate will work closely with customers, global teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders to protect critical infrastructure, optimise threat management processes, and contribute to a highly responsive cyber security environment. The position includes shift-based operations, 24/7 coverage responsibilities, and participation in on-call activities

What you’ll do

Monitor, investigate, and respond to cyber security incidents, with a particular focus on DDoS attacks and threat management activities.

Analyse alerts and network traffic to identify attack patterns, attack vectors, and malicious activity.

Implement and adjust mitigation controls, filters, and countermeasures to improve response effectiveness.

Collaborate with customers to resolve cyber security incidents and provide risk reduction recommendations.

Advise customers on recent threats, mitigation strategies, and security best practices.

Support onboarding activities for new customers and ensure successful platform integration.

Partner with sales teams by providing technical expertise during customer engagements and solution discussions.

Manage security configurations and perform operational changes required to maintain service level commitments.

Contribute to major incident management, problem management, and continuous service improvement initiatives.

Work with vendors and internal teams to resolve technical issues, improve operational processes, and identify automation opportunities.

Create and maintain technical documentation, knowledge articles, and operational procedures.

Who you are

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline.

Strong command of English.

Experience in cyber security incident response and threat management, ideally with exposure to DDoS mitigation operations.

Knowledge of cyberattack analysis, attack identification, and security operations practices.

Ability to analyse network packets and distinguish malicious traffic from legitimate traffic.

Knowledge of the NIST Incident Response Process and MITRE ATT&CK framework.

Familiarity with Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) and real-time cyber threat management environments.

Experience with DDoS detection and mitigation technologies, including platforms such as Radware DefencePro, Radware DefenceFlow, or Arbor DDoS Protection.

Relevant certifications such as CEH, CISSP, GCIH, or OSCP are highly valued.

A collaborative approach, strong analytical thinking, and a customer-focused mindset.

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

- Hybrid way of working: 2 days per week/ 8 per month

- Medical and dental services

- Life and hospitalization insurance

- Dedicated employee phone subscription

- Take control of your benefits and choose any of the below options: MEAL TICKETS/ PRIVATE PENSION/VACATION VOUCHERS/ CULTURAL VOUCHERS within the budget.

- Special discounts for gyms and retailers

- Annual Company Bonus

- Ongoing Education - we continuously invest in you to ensure you have everything needed to excel on the job and enhance your skills

- You get to work with tried and trusted web-technology

- We let you write your own story by planning vacations: go for a trip, experience new things, have fun and enjoy your 23 days off.

- Special Paternal Program - 4 months of paid paternity leave

What skills you will learn

Advanced DDoS attack detection and mitigation techniques.

Cyber incident response methodologies aligned to industry frameworks.

Deep packet inspection and traffic analysis capabilities.

Security platform administration and configuration management.

Customer communication and cyber security consulting skills.

Process optimisation, automation, and cross-functional collaboration expertise.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

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.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.

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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