VodafoneThree - Physical Security Specialist - 12 Months FTC

Location: Location Independent Worker
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits
Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday
Duration: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

Security Clearance: This position requires the ability & willingness to undergo and obtain a Secure Vetting (SC) clearance.



Location Independent Worker

As a Location Independent Worker, for operational reasons you may be required to perform your duties, either temporarily or permanently, from any of our offices or customer sites within a reasonable geographic area of your home address. Our “Office in a Box” home working kit will provide you with everything you need, no matter where you are.
    

Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.

We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.

We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.

You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.



Why VodafoneThree

Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.

We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.

You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.

We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started.

Join us at the heart of our business in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth.
     

What you’ll do

We’re creating something special. We are joining forces to create the biggest mobile network provider in the UK. Through our collective strengths and talents, we will transform customers’ experience and create a best-in-class network for coverage, connectivity, and reliability, delivering greater value and more choice for the nation than ever before.

There are very few moments in our careers where we can feel the ground shifting beneath us, where we can sense that something bigger than we’ve known before is taking shape. We’re not just building a company. We’re going to build a culture, a legacy and a future to be proud of. This will require remarkable leadership and together we can set the standard in the industry and beyond for both customer and employee experience, in what it is a career-defining opportunity. 

Travel to and conduct physical security reviews of all key locations owned and operated by Vodafone UK, producing detailed risk and threat assessments. Produce the physical security review program, taking into account site profiles and security categories, and the enforcement of the program within the scope of company requirements.

To advise the business on remedial actions following an investigation or physical security breach to prevent another incident from occurring. 
Review best practice and standards and develop a cost-effective approach to maintain levels of physical security balanced against commercial objectives. Ensure physical security standards are maintained without impacting on customer experience.

• Production and maintenance of an annual plan detailing physical security reviews/audit schedules for all Vodafone sites 
• Complete physical security audits as part of a cyclical programme on all Vodafone sites the frequency dependent on criticality and security category 
• Maintain risk register of physical security review findings and work with relevant stakeholders to drive physical security improvements 
• Provide advice to supply chain/Property on physical security requirements related to suppliers or outsource partners 
• Represent Vodafone at sites on the commissioning of all security works services involving any aspect of the Vodafone estate 
• Advise projects as required on all aspects of preventative security controls relating to individual projects and provide resolutions to security issues as appropriate 
• Provide physical security review of high-risk personnel’s private residence if requested. Make recommendations on improvement opportunities and suppliers of security products 
• Respond to and attend all locations impacted by major incidents and provide post incident support to both victims and police. 
• As directed and in accordance with Vodafone policy provide both a comprehensive security plan and physical presence at events involving members of the company 
• On a rota of one week in every seven with responsibilities as Duty Manager, 24 hours on call to provide advice and respond to incidents requiring security intervention. 

Who you are

• Strong knowledge of protective security practices within a commercial environment, including executive protection, event security and risk mitigation. 
• Eligible to obtain Security Clearance (SC) and comfortable operating within security-sensitive environments. 
• Experienced in conducting executive protection and security reviews, providing concise, accurate recommendations and feedback to senior stakeholders. 
• Proven ability to deliver security audits, project management and crisis management activities, with a good understanding of ISO 27001 and security governance frameworks. 
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, effectively prioritising workloads and delivering high-quality results to tight deadlines.

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly?
We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All 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 apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

We believe that everyone has valuable contributions to make. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions within our team. Through the ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme, we aim to offer interviews to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities who best meet the essential criteria for our vacancies. If you would like to participate in the scheme, you will have the opportunity to indicate this on your application.
    

What we offer

We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.



Need to Know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

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, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/reasonable-adjustments/) for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.
    

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