GM - Audit

Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At VIL, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best.VIL's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our Values of Passion, Boldness, Trust, Speed and Digital. Consequently, our recruiting efforts are directed towards attracting and retaining best and brightest talents. Our endeavour is to be First Choice for prospective employees.VIL ensures equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, colour, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.VIL is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce.

Role

Head – Control, Audit and Compliance

Job Level/ Designation

M3 / GM – Control, Audit and Compliance

Function / Department

Central Technology Operation – Opex, Governance, Audit & Compliance

Location

Corporate office - Mumbai

Job Purpose

• Responsible for 100% compliance of various process, Policy , Standards and guidelines of all domains of technology operation
• On ground audit of 5 to 10% activities under execution
• Publish audit and compliance reports highlighting risk and available mitigations to concern stakeholders
• Drive for corrective actions based on audit findings
  

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities

• Identify the critical area of improvement through inhouse audit across domain and share the action with Operations Head.
• Perform audit to enhance quality of NW by validating the design and controls around the different technology domain platforms which hosts the new Hardware / Software / Configuration in addition to interpreting the complex data sets
• Creation of audit and compliance calendar for various domain i.e. RAN, MTX/Transport Hub, UBR sites, Transport, Enterprise, Core, Fiber & SNOC
• Software Level audit for all domains.
• Ensure data parity between VIU, OSS, UIM, Performance & all other related tools for site and node database.
• Plan monthly audits along with circle audit teams & ensure routine governance to improve circle network operations.
• Technology asset verification using the applicable tools & report the finding with corrective actions
• Perform audit for operational processes adding new risks in the technology which will help to arrest challenges and plan corrective action accordingly by highlighting non-compliances.
• Monthly Rollout audits for New rollout site & Technology deployment projects.
• Validation of New nodes, Fiber rectification like overhead to underground, overhead Fiber addition, etc. are made live only after proper AT/approval.
• Co-ordinate with Circle, SNOC & Central teams for scheduled audits & related activities based on their requirements.
  

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience

• 12-15 years of experience in the various domain of technology operation in service provider/OEM environment
• Innovative thinking and the exploration of diverse perspectives that go beyond the usual norms
• Experience of handling audit and compliance for technical function
• Must have good analytics and interpersonal skills.
  

Must Have Technical / Professional Qualifications

• BE or B.Tech in Electronics /communication
• Certification in audit domain is an added advantage
  

Vodafone Idea Limited

(formerly Idea Cellular Limited)An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership