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Head of Information Security

Head of Information Security

HotelTrader LodgIQ (India) Pvt. Ltd.Hyderabad, IN
30+ days ago
Job description

About Hotel Trader :

Hotel Trader is a 100% automated & cloud-based distribution management company providing the tools necessary for hotels to seamlessly connect to global demand with the click of a button. We fully embrace an entrepreneurial culture where taking risks and doing things differently is the only way. Our Mission is to remove friction caused by manual and labor-intensive processes in all the business endeavors that we undertake internally and externally.

With a growing workforce of 170 employees, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of security and integrity in all our operations.

We are seeking a dynamic and technically grounded Head of Information Security to lead our security strategy across cloud-native and hybrid infrastructure. The ideal candidate combines hands-on system administration, deep AWS / cloud security expertise, persuasive executive communication, and sharp coordination of compliance deliverables under tight timelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead enterprise-wide security operations across systems, infrastructure, and cloud platforms.
  • Drive system hardening and secure configuration across Linux / Windows environments.
  • Architect and enforce AWS security policies (IAM, SCP, GuardDuty, logging)
  • Present actionable risk insights and metrics to senior management and stakeholders.
  • Embed security practices into the software development and testing lifecycle.
  • Manage rapid compliance and audit preparation (ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR)
  • Ensure fast turnaround times (TATs) on InfoSec requests and escalations.
  • Guide user access control, data governance, and identity lifecycle management.

Required Skills

  • 8–12 years in security leadership and system administration
  • Deep AWS / cloud security proficiency (IAM, KMS, Terraform, VPC)
  • Proven communicator with executive presence and reporting fluency
  • Experience in SDLC, code scanning, and secure testing methodologies
  • Hands-on coordination of certifications and GRC audits under short timelines
  • Qualifications :

  • A Bachelor’s / master’s degree in engineering, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred.
  • Certifications (preferred) : CISSP, CISM,CISA,AWS Security Specialty, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer.
  • Work Environment :

  • This position offers a fully remote work setup , allowing the flexibility to work from anywhere.
  • We support a balanced approach to work and personal life while maintaining a strong focus on performance and results.
  • We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply.

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