Regional Information Security Officer

3 days ago


Chennai, India Stellantis Full time

Description:The Regional Information Security Officer (RISO) serves as the key cybersecurity and data protection leader within the region, acting as a strategic liaison between the Global CISO organization and regional ICT/business units. The RISO ensures alignment with global security objectives, drives regional compliance, and fosters a culture of risk awareness and resilience across ICT and business functions regionallyKey responsibilities:Strategic & Governance Alignment- Support and implement global CISO transformation initiatives within the region.- Ensure regional compliance with global cybersecurity policies, standards, and objectives.- Act as the primary liaison between the Global CISO team and regional business units to facilitate risk reduction and leadership awareness.Cybersecurity Operations & Incident Management- Coordinate with the Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC) for regional incident response, crisis management, and business continuity.- Collaborate with the Data Privacy Office during data breach events, ensuring compliance with regional regulations (e.g., GDPR, LGPD).- Support OT cybersecurity initiatives and legacy system/application security, including IAM and access controls.Compliance & Risk Management- Partner with SCRT (Strategy & Governance, Risk and Compliance) for regional security attestations and regulatory compliance (e.g., SEC, CSL, E-Cyber, NIS2).- Conduct and lead regional cybersecurity and data privacy committee meetings.- Ensure the cascade of decisions from Data Privacy, Risk & Compliance committees to regional ICT leadership.Stakeholder Engagement & Communication- Lead RISO governance rituals with the CIO/Regional ICT Delegate and relevant ICT & business stakeholders.- Provide local language communication support for cybersecurity awareness and initiatives.- Act as a regional point of contact for urgent approvals and escalations.Talent & Resource Management- Oversee regional cybersecurity internship programs.- Support regional HR requirements related to cybersecurity roles and responsibilities.- Collaborate with regional finance, legal, and purchasing teams on contract management and budget oversight.Integration & Architecture- Contribute to the secure integration of new IT systems in alignment with regional legal and data protection requirements.- Maintain awareness of regional infrastructure, including dedicated vs. shared architecture (e.g., China vs. Rest of World).Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.- Professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA) preferred.- Proven experience in cybersecurity leadership within a multinational environment.- Strong understanding of regional regulations and global security frameworks.- Excellent communication skills in English and local language(s).



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