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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Vriba SolutionsThrissur, IN
5 days ago
Job description

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Location : India (Remote / Hybrid)

Reporting to : Executive Leadership / Global Security Office

Engagement : Full-time, supporting U.S. customers

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead the information security strategy for our U.S.-based customers. The CISO will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-wide security programs, ensuring compliance with global standards, and driving proactive risk management. This role requires strong leadership, a global mindset, and the ability to collaborate across geographies and time zones.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define, lead, and execute the information security strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks for U.S. customer accounts.
  • Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices across all technology and business functions.
  • Manage threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response programs.
  • Collaborate with U.S.-based IT, legal, compliance, and executive teams to ensure seamless integration of security operations.
  • Lead security audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks (e.g., HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, GDPR, CCPA).
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to embed security-by-design into new products, platforms, and initiatives.
  • Provide strategic guidance to executive leadership and regularly present risk posture updates.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing cybersecurity team in India, supporting both regional and global operations.
  • Monitor emerging threats and ensure timely adoption of next-gen security technologies (Zero Trust, AI / ML-based detection, cloud security, etc.).

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
  • 12+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity leadership , with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
  • Proven experience supporting global enterprises or U.S.-based clients .
  • Strong knowledge of risk management, governance frameworks, compliance regulations, and security standards .
  • Hands-on expertise in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) , network security , data protection , and endpoint security .
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps, AI-driven security, and Zero Trust architecture .
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

    • Preferred Certifications

  • CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
  • CISM – Certified Information Security Manager
  • CCISO – Certified Chief Information Security Officer (preferred)
  • CISA, CRISC, CEH or equivalent certifications a plus

    • Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact security initiatives for leading U.S. enterprises.
  • Global exposure with cross-border collaboration.

    • Be part of a forward-thinking organization driving digital transformation and cybersecurity excellence .

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