Director/Senior Security - Cyber Security/Security Architect (15-17 yrs)

Job Title: Cybersecurity Director / Senior Security Architect

Location: India (Ahmedabad, Mumbai or Chennai)

Department: Office of the CTO

Reports To: CISO/Head of IT Security

Job Summary:

- We are looking for an experienced Cybersecurity Director with significant Senior Security Architect experience to help spearhead our organization's security initiatives.

- The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience specifically managing Security Operations Centers (SOC) and/or Managed Security Service Providers (MSSP) (with overall 15+ years experience), and will be responsible for designing and executing a robust security program to safeguard critical organizational assets.

Key Responsibilities:

- Security Strategy and Execution: Develop and implement a comprehensive security execution plan that aligns with industry standards and regulatory frameworks such as NIST, HITRUST, and ISO 27001.

- Leadership and Mentorship: Manage, coach, and mentor a high-performing security team, ensuring efficient SOC/MSSP operations and fostering professional growth.

- Incident Detection and Response: Oversee the deployment and management of security tools (e.g., SIEM solutions) for real-time threat detection and incident response, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.

- Outsourced SOC Management: Oversee the relationship and performance of the outsourced Security Operations Center (SOC), ensuring service levels are met and security goals are aligned with the organization's overall objectives.

- Incident Coordination: Lead and coordinate incident response activities, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to mitigate risks quickly and effectively.

- Comprehensive Security Coverage: Ensure that security tools and technologies provide complete, accurate coverage across the organization's attack surface, minimizing potential risks.

- Risk and Vulnerability Assessment: Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability assessments to identify security gaps and design mitigation strategies.

- Policy Development and Compliance: Create and enforce security policies and ensure adherence to regulatory standards, particularly in highly regulated industries like healthcare and finance.

- Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with IT, compliance, and other business units to align security initiatives with broader organizational goals.

- Continuous Security Improvement: Stay current with emerging threats and technologies to proactively enhance the organization's security architecture.

Qualifications:

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.

- A Master's degree is preferred.

Experience:

- 3+ years of experience in a Cybersecurity Manager or Senior Security Architect role, with a focus on managing SOC or MSSP environments.

- Experience in healthcare and/or finance sectors is highly valued.

Technical Expertise:

- Deep understanding of security frameworks and standards (NIST, HITRUST, ISO 27001), and proficiency in tools like SIEM, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management.

Leadership Skills:

- Strong leadership, team management, and mentoring capabilities.

- Problem-Solving and Communication: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present complex security information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Certifications:

- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)

- CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)

- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)

- Other relevant certifications in cybersecurity.