Semiconductor Fab Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

You will be joining Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL), a greenfield venture of the Tata Group, to work on building India's first AI-enabled state-of-the-art Semiconductor Foundry. Your role as the Semiconductor Fab Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will involve defining and executing TEPL's semiconductor fab cybersecurity strategy to protect IT, OT, and AI-driven systems in a highly sensitive semiconductor manufacturing environment. **Key Responsibilities:** - **Strategic Leadership:** - Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with TEPL's business objectives and regulatory requirements. - Establish a governance framework for AI safety, AI risk management, and ethical AI usage. - Advise the executive leadership team on cyber risk posture and emerging threats. - **Cybersecurity & OT Security:** - Oversee security for IT and OT environments, including semiconductor fabrication systems, industrial control systems (ICS), and SCADA networks. - Implement zero-trust architecture and advanced threat detection for manufacturing systems. - Ensure supply chain security for critical semiconductor components. - **AI Risk & Governance:** - Lead initiatives to identify, assess, and mitigate AI-related risks, including AI-driven malware and adversarial attacks. - Define AI governance policies to ensure compliance with global standards and ethical guidelines. - Collaborate with R&D teams to embed AI safety principles into product development. - **Compliance & Risk Management:** - Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and Indian cybersecurity regulations. - Conduct regular risk assessments, penetration testing, and incident response drills. - Manage relationships with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external security partners. - **Team Leadership:** - Build and lead a world-class cybersecurity team, fostering a culture of security awareness across the organization. - Drive training programs for employees on cybersecurity best practices and AI safety. - Synchronize with Tata Electronics Group CISO on infosec policies. **Qualifications & Experience:** - **Education:** Bachelors/Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or GIAC preferred. - **Experience:** - 15+ years in cybersecurity leadership roles, with at least 5 years as CISO or equivalent in a manufacturing or semiconductor environment. - Proven expertise in OT security, ICS/SCADA protection, and industrial cybersecurity frameworks. - Hands-on experience in AI risk governance, AI safety, and mitigating AI-driven cyber threats. **Key Competencies:** - Strategic thinking with a risk-based approach. - Deep understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and associated cyber risks. - Ability to anticipate emerging threats, especially in AI and advanced manufacturing domains. - Strong collaboration skills to work with engineering, R&D, and executive teams. If you join TEPL, you will be part of India's first AI-enabled semiconductor foundry, working on cutting-edge technologies that shape the future of electronics and AI. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to be part of the Tata Group, a global leader with a legacy of trust and innovation.,