Information Security Manager

Senior Manager – Information Security

Location : Mumbai (Andheri)

Department : IT

Reports to : Head of IT

Job Summary

The Senior Manager – Information Security will spearhead the development and execution of a comprehensive information security strategy that supports the organization’s business objectives and regulatory requirements. This role requires a strategic leader with deep technical expertise and proven experience managing enterprise security programs, risk management, and compliance initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Security Leadership

Develop and implement a comprehensive information security strategy aligned with the company’s goals and industry best practices.

Collaborate with executive leadership and business units to embed security principles into business processes and projects.

Provide leadership and mentorship to the information security team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and proactive risk management.

Security Operations & Incident Management

Oversee ongoing security monitoring, threat intelligence, incident detection, and response activities to protect organizational assets.

Lead investigation and resolution of security incidents, coordinating cross-functional efforts to mitigate risks and remediate vulnerabilities.

Manage vulnerability management programs, ensuring timely identification and mitigation of security gaps.

Policy, Framework & Compliance

Maintain and evolve the company’s information security framework, policies, standards, and procedures to meet regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001).

Ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements and coordinate security-related audits and assessments.

Drive governance processes to enforce adherence to security policies across the organization.

Security Technology Management

Oversee configuration, deployment, and administration of critical security infrastructure including SIEM, firewalls, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), antivirus (AV), Web Application Firewalls (WAF), and related security tools.

Lead network security initiatives including segmentation, VPN setup, domain policies, and secure access controls to safeguard the organization’s network environment.

Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity

Develop, maintain, and regularly test disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure organizational resilience.

Conduct regular drills and tabletop exercises, working closely with IT and business teams to validate readiness.

Security Awareness & Training

Lead the design and implementation of security awareness programs to educate employees on cybersecurity risks, policies, and best practices.

Promote a security-conscious culture through ongoing communication and training initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

10 to 12 years of progressive experience in information security, including at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.

Professional certifications such as CEH, CISSP, CISA, or CISM are mandatory.

Extensive hands-on experience with security technologies such as SIEM, firewalls, EDR, AV, WAF, VPN, and network segmentation.

Proven expertise in incident response, vulnerability management, risk assessments, and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.).

Strong understanding of disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and testing methodologies.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Preferred Skills

Experience in cloud security and managing hybrid IT environments.

Knowledge of emerging cybersecurity threats and mitigation techniques.

Ability to develop and deliver executive-level reports and presentations.

Strong project management skills and experience working with cross-functional teams.

What We Offer

Competitive salary package.

Opportunities for professional development

Dynamic and inclusive work environment focused on innovation and growth.

Work-life balance.

Free Gym Facility