Dy. Vice President- Cyber Research

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Basic Qualifications (Mandatory)

• BE/ B.Tech degree in any discipline from a University/Institution/Board recognized by Govt. of India/approved by Govt. Regulatory bodies.

  OR

• MCA/ M.E./ M.Tech/ M.Sc degree in any discipline from a University/Institution/Board recognized by Govt. of India/approved by Govt. Regulatory bodies.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in

  Cybersecurity

  or

  Information Technology

  .
• Professional certifications such as

  CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, PMP

  , or

  MBA (Technology Management)

  .

Experience (Mandatory)

• 12+ years overall experience

  , with

  8–10 years in Cyber Research

  .

Experience (Preferred)

• Proven experience in

  leading cybersecurity research projects

  and initiatives.
• Background in

  cybersecurity roles in IT companies, BFSI institutions, government cybersecurity setups, consulting organizations, or relevant sectors

  (Information Security, Cyber Policy, Innovation, Cyber Defense, etc.).
• Experience in

  establishing or working in a Centre of Excellence (CoE)

  .
• Track record of

  developing cybersecurity strategies, frameworks, and standards

  .
• Strong technical background in areas such as

  cloud computing, networking, programming languages relevant to cybersecurity

  , and emerging technologies.

Key Skills & Competencies

Research & Innovation Skills

• Deep understanding of

  cybersecurity principles, technologies, industry standards, and best practices

  .
• Ability to

  design, conduct, and lead research programs

  that advance cybersecurity innovation.
• Proven experience in

  thought leadership

  and contribution to

  development of cybersecurity standards and frameworks

  .
• Ability to

  translate research insights into practical applications and strategies

  .

Strategic & Analytical Skills

• Strong

  analytical and problem-solving abilities

  to address complex cybersecurity challenges.
• Capability to evaluate and

  forecast emerging cyber threats, disruptions, and trends

  .
• Experience in aligning

  research outcomes with organizational cybersecurity strategies

  .

Leadership & Team Development Skills

• Ability to

  mentor and guide research teams

  , fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Strong interpersonal and people management skills for

  cross-functional collaboration

  .
• High ethical standards with a

  commitment to public service, ethics, and integrity

  .

Communication & Advocacy Skills

• Excellent

  verbal and written communication

  skills to disseminate research outcomes.
• Strong presentation and publication record in

  cybersecurity forums, industry bodies, or academia

  .
• Ability to engage with

  regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders

  to advocate research-driven insights.

Role Objective

Deputy Vice President – Cyber Research

• Drive

  cutting-edge research programs

  that strengthen SBI’s cybersecurity posture and industry leadership.
• Develop

  research-driven cybersecurity frameworks and best practices

  , contributing to the national and global discourse.
• Build and maintain a

  high level of cybersecurity expertise

  within the organization and broader community.
• Translate research findings into

  policy inputs, innovation roadmaps, and actionable strategies

  .
• Shape the

  future of cybersecurity standards and practices

  through thought leadership and active participation in research ecosystems.