Simon Roby
Senior Product Manager, Cyber Security
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Professional Overview
Simon Roby is an experienced Senior Product Manager with a strong focus on cyber security solutions. In his current role at Vodafone Business, he is responsible for driving the development and implementation of innovative security products that help organizations enhance their digital resilience and protect against evolving threats.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Senior Product Manager for Cyber Security at Vodafone Business, Simon oversees the end-to-end product lifecycle, from ideation to market launch. He works closely with cross-functional teams to identify customer pain points, assess market trends, and translate business requirements into scalable security offerings. Under his leadership, Vodafone has introduced several award-winning cyber security solutions that have helped clients mitigate risks and maintain business continuity.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Simon held various service management positions within the telecommunications industry. At Vodafone Carrier Services, he served as a Global Service Manager, responsible for coordinating the delivery of mission-critical network services to enterprise clients worldwide. Earlier in his career, he held a similar role at Cable & Wireless and as a Service Manager at Your Communications, where he honed his expertise in service-level management and client relationship building.
Academic Background
Simon holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Manchester, where he graduated with honors. He has also completed several industry-specific certifications, including the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) and the ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) Foundation.
Areas of Expertise
- Cyber security product management
- Security solution development and implementation
- Threat assessment and risk mitigation strategies
- Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration
- Stakeholder management and client engagement
- Service-level management and performance optimization
Professional Impact
Under Simon's leadership, Vodafone Business has introduced several innovative cyber security solutions that have been recognized for their industry impact. Most notably, the "Vodafone Cyber Guard" suite was awarded the "Best Managed Security Service" at the SC Media Europe Awards in 2021, showcasing Simon's ability to drive the development of cutting-edge security offerings that meet the evolving needs of Vodafone's enterprise customers.
Conclusion
With over 15 years of experience in the telecommunications and cyber security sectors, Simon Roby has established himself as a respected thought leader and a key contributor to Vodafone Business's strategic security initiatives. His deep understanding of the cyber threat landscape, coupled with his product management expertise, make him a valuable asset in helping organizations enhance their digital resilience and navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape.
