Cyber Security Specialist (GRC)

Location: Whitefield, Bangalore

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cyber Security Specialist (GRC) to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in developing, implementing, and managing our governance, risk, and compliance programs, ensuring alignment with global security standards and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Lead and conduct risk assessments, gap analyses, and compliance audits across systems, networks, and business units.
• Ensure adherence to standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and other relevant frameworks.
• Support incident response and business continuity planning, ensuring robust risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with IT, Legal, and Business teams to align security and compliance objectives with organizational goals.
• Evaluate third-party vendors and manage supplier risk and due diligence programs.
• Prepare and present security posture reports, dashboards, and executive summaries to senior management.
• Stay up to date with emerging threats, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members in cybersecurity and compliance domains.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in Cybersecurity with strong exposure to Governance, Risk, and Compliance.
• Deep understanding of frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, SOC 2, COBIT, GDPR, PCI DSS, etc.
• Proven experience with risk management tools, compliance automation, and audit coordination.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications

• CISA, CISM, CISSP, ISO 27001 LA/LI, CRISC, or equivalent certifications.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹500,000.00 - ₹2,500,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person