Chief Information Security Officer

Job Opening: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)Location: ThaneEmployment Type: Full-Time | Senior LeadershipDepartment: Security & Our ClientOur client is a global leader in AI/ML-powered Customer Engagement and Experience Platforms (CEE).They are dedicated to revolutionizing how B2C brands interact with their customers through state-of-the-art SaaS products that drive personalized engagement across the entire customer journey.Trusted by 5,000+ enterprise brands in 18 countries (including over 70% of Indias unicorns), our client combines global influence with a local at Our ClientAt our client, engineers directly shape engagement, conversions, revenue, and customer retention.The team thrives on solving complex challenges of scaling high-performance systems, leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as Kafka, Storm, RabbitMQ, Celery, RedisQ, GoLang, all deployed on AWS and GCP.Here, youre not just solving problemsyoure setting industry & RecognitionOur client has been recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years.They foster a people-centric culture where collaboration, curiosity, and innovation are celebrated.Every employees voice matters, making you feel like part of a family rather than just an MumbaiPresence: 10 countries including the US and GermanyClients: 5,000+ enterprise brands worldwideWhy Join Our Client?- Work on cutting-edge AI/ML-powered SaaS products- Impact millions of end-users across industries- Be part of a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative team- Growth-oriented environment with recognition and the Role- Were looking for an experienced and visionary Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead our company-wide information security strategy.- As a key member of the senior leadership team, youll be responsible for protecting our systems, data, and applications while aligning security initiatives with our business goals.- This role requires a strong leader with deep technical expertise, a strategic mindset, and a passion for building secure, scalable, and compliant environmentsespecially within fast paced, SaaS or technology-driven Leadership- Define and drive the overall information security vision, strategy, and roadmap- Provide executive-level guidance on risk management, compliance, and emerging threats- Embed security best practices into business operations through cross-functional & Security Program Management- Develop and enforce comprehensive security policies, standards, and procedures- Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability analysis- Monitor and respond to security threats, alerts, and reports in real Response & Recovery- Lead the development and execution of incident response strategies and playbooks- Oversee security investigations and coordinate cross-functional remediation efforts- Act as point-of-contact for stakeholders and regulators during security & Audit- Ensure compliance with frameworks and regulations like ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC 2, etc.- Support internal and external audits, and drive closure of any findings- Maintain comprehensive documentation of security policies and incident Awareness & Culture- Promote a culture of security through ongoing training and awareness programs- Collaborate with department leaders to ensure security is part of everyday Leadership- Oversee the implementation and management of tools like SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and encryption- Conduct regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments- Stay ahead of industry trends and technologies to continually improve Security Oversight- Partner with engineering teams to integrate security into the SDLC- Lead secure code reviews, vulnerability assessments, and application threat modeling- Define and enforce secure coding standards; train teams on AppSec best Were Looking ForEducation & Certifications- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field- Advanced certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, OSCP, CEH, or 12+ years in information security, with leadership in enterprise environments- Strong background in SaaS or technology-led companies- Proven ability to align security programs with business & Competencies- Deep knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance standards (GDPR, SOC 2)- Expertise in cloud security (AWS, GCP, or Azure)- Strong communication and leadership skills to influence at all levels- Hands-on experience with security tools (SAST, DAST, SIEM, IDS/IPS, encryption)- Analytical and data-driven approach to problem-solving (ref:iimjobs.com)