Chief Information Security Officer

As a leader in the organization's cybersecurity function, you will be responsible for overseeing various key areas to ensure the security and integrity of the organization's systems and data. Your responsibilities will include designing secure IT architectures, governing identity and access controls, implementing risk-mitigation programs, conducting investigations, and ensuring compliance through effective governance. You will lead the Security Operations & Incident Response efforts by overseeing a robust Security Operations Center (SOC) functionality. This may involve outsourcing or automation to provide real-time monitoring and analysis of cyber threats. You will also develop and implement incident response plans to detect, contain, eradicate, and recover from security breaches effectively. Proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating information security risks across the IT ecosystem and business processes will be crucial in Cyber Risk Management & Intelligence. You will stay updated on the evolving cyber threat landscape and translate technical risks into understandable insights for the leadership team and board of directors. Your role will also involve implementing and enforcing data protection policies and controls to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, or exfiltration of sensitive information in Data Loss & Fraud Prevention. Employing advanced anti-fraud and anomaly detection systems will be essential to safeguard financial assets and maintain client trust. In Security Architecture & Engineering, you will lead the planning, selection, and implementation of security solutions aligned with industry best practices and regulatory compliance. Regular review and update of security systems will ensure effectiveness against evolving threats and vulnerabilities. Designing and implementing an effective Identity & Access Management (IAM) framework will be part of your responsibilities to ensure authorized personnel have appropriate access based on the principle of least privilege. Regular audit and review of user access privileges will be necessary to maintain alignment with job functions and organizational policies. You will develop and implement a comprehensive security program roadmap in Security Program Management, promoting a security-first culture across all departments. Leading the security team and managing resources effectively will be crucial for successful execution of security initiatives and regulatory compliance. Your role will also involve leading investigations into security incidents and data breaches, conducting forensic analysis, and implementing corrective measures to prevent future occurrences in Investigations & Forensics. Establishing and maintaining a robust information security governance framework to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards will be essential in Governance & Compliance. To be successful in this role, you should have 12+ years of relevant work experience with a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. Prior experience in cybersecurity operations management, risk intelligence, data protection, fraud prevention, security architecture, identity management, digital forensics, governance, and compliance is required. Knowledge of RBI regulations related to security and cybersecurity certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CISM would be advantageous.,