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
Bachelors or Masters 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.(ref : iimjobs.com)