Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

*Job Summary*

The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is responsible for establishing and maintaining the enterprise vision, strategy, and program to ensure information assets and technologies are adequately protected. The CISO will work across departments to identify, evaluate, and mitigate cyber security risks, and ensure compliance with security policies and regulations.*Key Responsibilities*

• Develop and implement a comprehensive information security strategy.
• Lead security incident response planning and the investigation of security breaches, ensuring timely resolution and proper reporting.
• Oversee the management of security technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, endpoint protection, and encryption.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and address vulnerabilities.
• Maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2).
• Collaborate with IT and business units to embed security into the organization’s processes and systems.
• Deliver regular risk assessments and security reports to executive leadership and the board.
• Educate and train employees on information security best practices.
• Manage relationships with external security vendors and partners.
• Lead and develop a high-performing information security team.

*Requirements*

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in information security or IT risk management, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent.
• Deep understanding of security architecture, governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Proven experience with security technologies and tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with crisis management and disaster recovery planning.

*Preferred Qualifications*

• Experience in [industry-specific experience, e.g., finance, healthcare, SaaS].
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience working with regulatory agencies or audit committees.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹150,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person