Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) / HR Director

About Madre Janus

Madre Janus, an MSSP Partner of Fortinet, based in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. As a fast-growing cybersecurity company, we are committed to building a high-performance culture rooted in innovation, trust, and continuous learning. To lead our people strategy and shape the future of our workforce, we are looking for a dynamic and experienced CHRO / HR Director to join our leadership team.

Role Overview

The CHRO / HR Director will be responsible for developing and executing the company’s human capital strategy, aligned with our business objectives and growth trajectory. This role involves overseeing all aspects of HR, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, organizational development, performance management, compliance, and culture building.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives aligned with overall business strategy.
• Oversee the entire employee lifecycle—from recruitment to exit—ensuring a seamless and engaging experience.
• Build a strong employer brand to attract top cybersecurity and IT talent.
• Design and implement learning and development programs to support employee growth.
• Drive performance management processes, compensation planning, and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, statutory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the executive leadership team on all HR and people-related matters.
• Champion a culture of inclusion, transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in IT, cybersecurity, or technology-driven organizations.
• Proven ability to scale HR systems and processes in a high-growth environment.
• Strong understanding of labor laws, HR compliance, and policy formulation.
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Experience in change management, digital HR tools, and strategic workforce planning is a plus.

What We Offer

• A key leadership role in a fast-growing cybersecurity firm.
• Collaborative, innovation-driven work culture.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunity to shape the people strategy from the ground up.