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InfoSec Program Director

InfoSec Program Director

Ajanta Pharma LtdRepublic Of India, IN
4 days ago
Job description

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
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