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Job Title: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Head IT Security Location: Chennai, India Job Type: 6 Months Contract To Hire (Based on Performance) Travel Requirement: Up to 30% (within India, as needed) Job Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead the organization's cybersecurity strategy, governance, and execution. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, results-oriented leader with a strong passion for cybersecurity. The CISO will play a critical role in driving security innovations, managing cybersecurity risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading the development of next-generation cybersecurity services and partnerships. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and strategic thinking to protect and enhance the organization's security posture. Key Responsibilities 1. Cybersecurity Strategy & Innovation - Develop and implement an enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy aligned with business objectives. - Drive innovation in cybersecurity solutions, intellectual property (IP), and service offerings to meet market and customer needs. - Establish and maintain industry best practices for security solutions, documentation, and delivery. - Stay updated on emerging security threats, trends, and regulations to enhance the organization's security framework. 2. Leadership & Governance - Lead the Center of Excellence (CoE) in cybersecurity, ensuring best practices in security engineering and solutioning. - Oversee governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) activities, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and security frameworks. - Provide thought leadership through white papers, industry presentations, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. - Develop strong relationships with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and regulatory bodies. 3. Identity & Access Management (IAM) - Implement and manage Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM). - Ensure security best practices and compliance in IAM implementations. 4. Application Security & Cloud Security - Oversee vulnerability management, penetration testing, red teaming, static (SAST) and dynamic (DAST) application security testing. - Ensure secure application development and secure DevOps practices. - Manage Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and Cloud Workload Protection (CWPP) across major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). 5. Network, Endpoint & Infrastructure Security - Design and implement security controls for firewalls, network detection and response (NDR), secure access service edge (SASE), endpoint detection and response (EDR), and extended detection and response (XDR). - Establish robust infrastructure security frameworks to mitigate cyber threats. 6. Risk Management & Compliance - Develop and enforce policies and frameworks for IT security risk management. - Conduct security assessments, audits, and compliance checks in line with industry regulations (ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, etc.). - Establish third-party risk management programs for vendors and partners. 7. Client & Stakeholder Engagement - Act as the key point of contact for security discussions with clients, partners, and industry leaders. - Lead proposal development for cybersecurity solutions and respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs). - Collaborate with OEMs and technology partners to develop joint solutions and security innovations. Qualifications & Experience - Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. A master's degree is a plus. - Experience: 12-15 years of proven experience in cybersecurity, IT security controls, risk management, and compliance readiness. - Certifications: Preferred certifications include CISSP, CEH, CCSP, GSEC, GIAC, CISM, CRISC, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, or equivalent. Technical Skills: - Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and security architecture. - Hands-on experience in security compliance (ISO, NIST, GDPR, etc.). - Knowledge of security tools for IAM, application security, cloud security, and network security. Leadership Skills: - Strong ability to lead teams, drive security initiatives, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. - Experience in managing cybersecurity partnerships and vendor engagements. - Work Environment: Experience in Agile environments and the ability to work independently. - Travel: Willingness to travel up to 30% within India as required.

Chennai

Chief Information Security Officer/Head - IT Security 

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