India Bonds - Head - Chief Information Security Officer - IT Infrastructure

About the Job:

We seek a seasoned and dynamic Head of IT Infrastructure & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead our financial institution's IT infrastructure, service delivery, and information security functions. This role will oversee PAN India IT operations, ensure regulatory compliance, enhance cybersecurity frameworks, and drive IT transformation initiatives to align with business objectives. This role demands a strategic leader capable of driving IT transformation initiatives that align with our business objectives.

Job Requirements:

IT Infrastructure & End-User Support:

- Oversee and streamline PAN India IT infrastructure and End User Computing (EUC), ensuring high availability and security.

- Ensure 100% SLA adherence and drive IT service excellence while meeting business expectations and profitability goals.

- Manage Data Center (DC) Operations, Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Support, IT Audit, Compliance, and Security.

- Optimize network connectivity, monitoring, and support (MPLS, Broadband, P2P, Leased Lines).

- Ability to manage large-scale IT infrastructure and drive security-first IT strategies.

Service Delivery & Operations Management:

- Oversee IT Helpdesk operations, providing support for corporate offices and regional branches.

- Define and implement ITIL-based service management processes to improve IT service delivery.

- Lead Patch Management, Vulnerability Assessment, and Penetration Testing (VAPT) to enhance cybersecurity resilience.

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategies, policies, and frameworks to safeguard critical assets.

- Ensure compliance with financial regulations (RBI, SEBI, GDPR, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, etc.) and internal security policies.

- Understanding of RBI and SEBI CSRF framework and yearly audit requirements for NBFCs, Stock Brokers, Investment Banking Teams, etc.

- Conduct risk assessments, security audits, and penetration testing to proactively identify and mitigate cyber threats.

- Oversee Incident Response & Crisis Management, ensuring quick resolution of security breaches and minimizing business impact.

- Lead Security Awareness Training programs to educate employees on information security risks and compliance.

- Manage Identity & Access Management (IAM), endpoint security, and data protection measures.

- Supervise SOC (Security Operations Center) operations, ensuring real-time threat monitoring and response.

- Implement Zero Trust Architecture and cyber resilience frameworks.

Vendor & Asset Management:

- Manage multiple vendors and partners for endpoints, servers, storage, backups, hardware, and security solutions.

- Oversee IT Asset Inventory, IT Asset Lifecycle Management, and Compliance Monitoring.

- Implement SIEM (Security Information & Event Management) solutions for threat detection and response.

Financial Planning & Budgeting:

- Develop and manage Capex & Opex budgets, including cost optimization strategies and ROI-driven IT investments.

- Ensure IT investments align with infrastructure expansion, security improvements, and business growth.

Educational Qualifications & Skills

Must have skills:

- Strong expertise in ITIL processes, IT service delivery, IT asset management, and IT transformation.

- In-depth knowledge of Information Security, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, and Regulatory Compliance.

- Experience in leading SOC teams, security audits, and enterprise risk management.

- Good to have: CISM / CISSP / CISA / CRISC (Preferred), ITIL Foundation/Practitioner, PMP or PRINCE2 (Preferred)

- Educational Qualification: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.

What we offer:

- Exceptional Healthcare Coverage : In sickness & in health, we stand strong with our natives, we got you covered with comprehensive health insurance packages

- Fast-Paced FinTech Environment : Cutting Edge Fintech will surely foster your personal & professional growth

- Competitive Salary : We value skills & talent, and our salaries are calculated based on industry-benchmarked skills and location