Lead Information Security Engineer

About Gameskraft

Established in 2017, Gameskraft has become one of India's fastest-growing companies. We are building the world's most-loved online gaming ecosystem, one game at a time. Started by a group of passionate gamers, we have grown from a small team of 5-6 members to a large family of 600+ Krafters, working out of our office in Prestige Tech Park, Bangalore.

Our short-term success lies in the fact that we strive to focus on building a safe, secure, and responsible gaming environment for everyone. Our vision is to create unmatched experiences every day and everywhere. We set the highest benchmarks in the industry in terms of design, technology, and intuitiveness. We are the industry's only ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certified company.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Information Security Engineer to drive the design, implementation, and management of our organization's security architecture. In this role, you will lead a collaborate with cross functional teams, and play a pivotal role in protecting our critical information assets. Your expertise will help us strengthen our security posture, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safeguarding against emerging threats.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Security Architecture and Strategy:

• Design, implement, and maintain the enterprise security architecture.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Evaluate and implement security tools and technologies to mitigate risks.

2. Incident Response and Threat Management:

• Lead the investigation and resolution of security incidents and breaches.
• Develop and maintain the organization's incident response plans.
• Perform threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.

3. Risk Management and Compliance:

• Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigations to reduce exposure.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, PCI DSS).
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and audit teams to address security related requirements.

4. Leadership and Team Development:

• Mentor and guide a team of security engineers and analysts.
• Foster a culture of security awareness across the organization.
• Partner with IT and development teams to integrate security into the DevSecOps lifecycle.

5. Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Act as the primary security liaison for stakeholders, including executives, customers, and external auditors.
• Communicate security risks and recommendations to nontechnical audiences.
• Partner with product and engineering teams to embed security into all stages of development.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in information security, with at least 2 years in a senior role.

2. Certifications:

• Preferred certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, or equivalent.

3. Technical Expertise:

• Strong understanding of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
• Proficiency in tools and technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, DLP, and endpoint protection.
• Expertise in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container security.
• Knowledge of cryptography, secure coding practices, and network security protocols.

4. Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem solving and analytical abilities.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

Work Culture

• A true startup culture - young, fast paced, where you are driven by personal ownership of solving challenges that help you grow fast
• Focus on innovation, data orientation, being results driven, taking on big goals, and adapting fast
• A high performance, meritocratic environment, where we share ideas, debate and grow together with each new product
• Massive and direct impact on the work you do. Growth through solving dynamic challenges
• Leveraging technology & analytics to solve large scale challenges
• Working with cross functional teams to create great product and take them to market
• Rub shoulders with some of the brightest & most passionate people in the gaming & consumer internet industry

Compensation & Benefits

• Attractive compensation and ESOP packages
• INR 5 Lakh medical insurance cover for yourself and your family
• Fair & transparent performance appraisals
• An attractive Car Lease policy
• Relocation benefits
• A vibrant office space with fully stocked pantries. And your lunch is on us

If you are passionate about creating exceptional user experiences, possess strong leadership skills, and have a track record of delivering successful data science, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and creating an inclusive work environment.

Remember, together, we can achieve more