Director - Cyber Security (15-20 yrs)

Reports To : CISO/Head of IT Security.

EXP : 15+ years.

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.

Location : Mumbai / Ahemdabad.

EXP : 10-14 years