Description
We are seeking a seasoned IT Infrastructure & Information Security Leader for a leading Market Research Company responsible for architecting, securing, and governing enterprise IT systems.The role blends deep hands-on technical expertise with leadership in security governance, compliance, budgeting, and client audit readinessensuring a resilient, efficient, and fully compliant IT environment.
Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure & Operations :
- Manage end-to-end Linux & Windows server environments and VMware virtualized infrastructure.
- Design and optimize on-prem + hybrid cloud architecture for performance, resilience, and cost efficiency.
- Administer multi-cloud platforms such as DigitalOcean, Linode, Azure SQL, etc.
Information Security & Governance (CISO Scope)
- Define and enforce security policies, ISMS, risk management, DLP, and data classification.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, DPDPA, and other global standards.
- Drive incident response, security awareness, and forensic readiness.
Team Leadership & Escalation
- Lead and mentor IT & InfoSec teams; serve as L3 escalation for infra/security issues.
- Drive RCA, preventive actions, and continuous improvement culture.
Budgeting & Procurement
- Build and manage IT/security budgets, procurement, licensing, and vendor negotiations.
- Monitor infra/security spend and implement cost-optimization strategies.
Audit & Compliance Management
- Lead internal and external audits (ISO, PCI, SOC 2, GDPR), ensuring evidence and closure.
- Handle client security reviews, SLAs, and data-processing compliance.
Database Management
- Oversee SQL/database performance, backup, DR, and data protection compliance.
Network & Security
- Design and maintain secure enterprise networks with firewalls, segmentation, and zero-trust controls.
- Manage Fortinet and other firewall platforms including VPN, IDS/IPS, and advanced policies.
Security Operations (SOC/SIEM)
- Lead Wazuh-based SOC for monitoring, threat detection, investigation, and response.
- Implement FIM, vulnerability scanning, and compliance automation.
What We Offer
- A strategic IT leadership role in an innovation-focused environment.
- A collaborative culture that encourages learning, growth, and ownership.
- An opportunity to build and scale IT and security functions within a progressive, growth-oriented organization.
Candidate Profile
- Progressive experience in IT Infrastructure & Security.
- Experience working in a leadership/CISO role handling infra, InfoSec, and compliance.
- Linux & Windows Server administration expertise with RHCE and Microsoft certifications preferred.
- VMware-certified (VCP/VCAP or equivalent) with hands-on virtualization experience.
- ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor; CISM/CISSP highly preferred.
- Strong leadership, team management, and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Ability to balance security, operational efficiency, and cost optimization.
- Excellent communication skills for executive reporting and client-facing audits.
- Analytical, root-cause oriented problem solver with long-term solution focus.
- Effective vendor management and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Knowledge of GDPR, DPDPA, SOC 2, and related compliance frameworks.
- Wazuh Certified or equivalent SOC/SIEM platform proficiency.
- Strong networking and firewall skills across Fortinet, Cisco, and Palo Alto technologies SQL Server and database administration experience.
- Multi-cloud management exposure to platforms such as DigitalOcean, Linode, Azure SQL, etc.
WHY JOIN US?
- Play a key role in shaping and scaling IT and security for a rapidly expanding organization.
- High-impact leadership position with real autonomy and decision-making authority.
- Work with a trusted brand backed by decades of technical excellence and innovation.
- Be part of a dynamic, collaborative culture that values ownership, agility, and performance.
Qualification :
Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, IT, or Information Security.(ref:hirist.tech)
