Job Description

Head of Cyber Security, Mumbai

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Computer Science / Information Technology or related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as CISO, CISA, CISSP, CEH, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Auditor, or equivalent preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 10–15 years of relevant experience in information security, cyber security, IT governance, or technology risk management.
• Experience in handling enterprise-scale security operations and audits across multi-location environments.
• Prior experience in educational institutions, healthcare, BFSI, or large service organizations will be an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of cyber security architecture, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with SOC operations, SIEM tools, endpoint security, cloud security, and incident response.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with maturity and discretion.
• Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and advise senior management on strategic security decisions.

Key Expectations from the Role

• Ensure secure and uninterrupted operation of institutional technology systems.
• Minimize cyber risks and strengthen security maturity across the organization.
• Create a proactive security culture rather than a reactive compliance-driven approach.
• Act as the central point of accountability for information security and cyber risk management across the institution.