Cybersecurity Lead

Job Title: Cybersecurity Lead

Experience: 7+Years

Job Location: Chennai / Mumbai / Bangalore

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Cybersecurity Lead to drive and manage the organization's cybersecurity strategy, governance, risk management, and security operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for safeguarding enterprise systems, applications, networks, and data while ensuring a strong security posture across the organization. This role requires a strategic leader who can balance business objectives with cybersecurity requirements and foster a culture of security awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement cybersecurity strategies, policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
• Lead Security Operations, Threat Monitoring, Vulnerability Management, and Incident Response activities.
• Establish and maintain cybersecurity risk management and compliance programs.
• Oversee Identity & Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and security controls.
• Ensure security best practices across cloud, network, endpoint, and data environments.
• Drive cyber resilience initiatives, including business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
• Conduct security assessments, audits, and third-party risk management activities.
• Collaborate with technology and business stakeholders to embed security into projects and operations.
• Lead cybersecurity awareness, training, and phishing simulation programs.
• Monitor emerging cyber threats and recommend proactive security improvements.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Cybersecurity Leadership, Governance, and Risk Management.
• Expertise in Security Operations, Incident Response, Threat Intelligence, and Vulnerability Management.
• Hands-on knowledge of Cloud Security, Network Security, Endpoint Security, IAM, and Data Protection.
• Experience with cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, or similar standards.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, security audits, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent are preferred.