ABOUT THE ROLE: We are building a Public Digital Infrastructure for Banking using emerging technologies to enable high-volume, cost-effective financial transactions. We are looking for a strategic and hands-on CISO to lead our cybersecurity efforts and ensure the integrity, security, governance, risk and compliance (GRC) and cyber security and BCP for of this next-gen financial platform. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Information Security Strategy & Ownership: - Own and execute the enterprise-wide information and cyber security strategy, aligned with business goals. - Develop and implement IT security roadmaps, governance models, and policies based on best practices (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, RBI, CERT-In). - Manage a skilled team of InfoSec and SOC professionals and drive performance, innovation, and continuous improvement. 2. Regulatory Compliance & Audit Management: - Ensure compliance with RBI Cyber Security Framework for NBFCs, CERT-In advisories, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and other applicable regulations. - Oversee the development and maintenance of all security documentation and act as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies. - Responsible for InfoSec, IT audits (internal & external), governance, VAPT, risk assessments, and regulatory reporting. - Manage the compliance program for Information & Cyber Security Requirements (e.g. regulatory standards, ISO27001, PCI-DSS CERT-In) - Driving and governing audits and practice standardization (PCI , SoX, etc) across the firm. 3. Risk Management & Security Governance: - Conduct continuous assessments of security practices, systems, and emerging threats to proactively mitigate risk. - Maintain the Information Security Risk Register and manage third-party/vendor security assessments. - Drive audit standardization efforts across teams (PCI, SOX, etc.). - Conduct Cyber & BCP Risk assessment and maintain Risk register to make sure the level of risk is within permitted limit and ensure gaps are mitigated within specified timeline. 4. Security Operations & Incident Response: - Lead and oversee SOC operations, including real-time monitoring, threat detection, and incident response. - Develop and execute incident response plans, disaster recovery strategies and business continuity planning. - Oversee digital forensics and breach investigation processes. - Review & update Information security and BCP policies, IT and Security SOPs, BIA and Crisis plans 5. Technology Leadership & Innovation: - Deliver next-generation security technologies and oversee the secure implementation of cloud and network architecture. - Develop budgets for security operations and manage resources effectively. - Promote security-by-design in digital transformation and IT initiatives. 6. Stakeholder Engagement & Culture Building: - Communicate InfoSec strategy and programs to senior management, board members, and other internal/external stakeholders. - Conduct security awareness programs, employee training, and periodic phishing simulations. - Foster a culture of cybersecurity accountability throughout the organization. - Ensure Information Security awareness for all employees and important stakeholders. Skills & Qualifications: - 8+ years of IT experience with major focus on Information Security. Preferred Sector is NBFCs/ Banks. - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's preferred). - Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001 LA, CEH. - Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks (RBI, CERT-In), security standards (ISO 27001, PCI-DSS), and data privacy laws. - Expertise in security technologies including SIEM, DLP, IAM, encryption, endpoint security, and vulnerability management. - Expert knowledge ISO 27001:2013, Information and BCP. - Primary Certifications: ISO and CISA. - Familiarity with OWASP, attacker lifecycle frameworks, and mitigation strategies. - Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and stakeholder management skills. - Experience presenting InfoSec KPIs, audit findings, and risk posture metrics to executive stakeholders. What we offer? - Opportunity to create large scale national scale impact while ensuring fast career growth for self. - Unparalleled learning opportunity about processes, product nuances, end customer behavior comprising a synthesis of all banks and the industry. - Great work culture leveraging the agility of start-up and scale of large-scale public infrastructure.

Mumbai

Information Security Officer 

Job Description for Information Security Officer  in Wave HR and Advisory Pvt Ltd in  Mumbai for (8-12) years of experience. Apply Now!