Information Security Officer - Powai @ Symphoni HR

Job Description

Hiranandani Financial Services is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as the Information Security Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing robust information security strategies to safeguard the organization's assets, data, and systems. Reporting directly to the Chief Risk Officer, the Lead CISO will play a critical role in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information across the organization. Key Responsibilities: -------------------------- 1. Information Security Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive information security strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Provide strategic direction and guidance on information security policies, standards, and procedures. 2. Risk Management: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential security threats and vulnerabilities on our information systems/ applications/ other. utilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and manage information security risks effectively. 3. Security Architecture and Design: Define and maintain a robust security architecture that aligns with industry best practices. Work closely with IT teams to integrate security measures into the overall system architecture. 4. Incident Response and Management: Establish and lead an incident response team to address and mitigate security incidents promptly. Develop and maintain an incident response plan, ensuring the organization's readiness to handle security breaches. 5. Compliance and Regulatory Affairs: Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Stay informed about changes in the regulatory environment and update security policies accordingly. 6. Security Awareness and Training: Implement a comprehensive security awareness program to educate employees about security policies and best practices. Conduct regular sessions to enhance the overall security awareness within the organization. 7. Vendor Security Management: Evaluate and manage the security posture of third-party vendors and partners. Implement and enforce security controls in vendor contracts to mitigate risks. 8. Security Metrics and Reporting: Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of the information security program. Provide regular reports to senior management on the status of information security initiatives. Qualifications and Experience: ------------------------------------ Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field; Masters degree preferred. Proven experience in a leadership/Managerial role within information security, with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. Strong understanding of financial services/lending business and regulatory requirements in the information security domain. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Technically sound and certifies with technical pedigree of aptitude skills

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Employement Type: Full time
Industry: Financial Services
Role Category: Securities TradingAudit
Functional Area: Not Applicable
Role/Responsibilies: Information Security Officer - Powai

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Keyskills:   Information Security Risk Management Security Architecture Compliance Security Awareness Security Metrics Communication Interpersonal Skills Incident Response Vendor Security Management