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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Michael Page
Pune, India
12-14 Years
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Job Description

  • Build and lead security for a high-growth NBFC platform
  • Drive impact across large-scale, distributed operations

Job Description

  • Define and execute enterprise-wide information security strategy, governance frameworks, and policies aligned to business growth and Board priorities
  • Lead end-to-end risk management and regulatory compliance across RBI, IRDAI, IT Act, DPDPA, and global standards (ISO 27001, SOC 2)
  • Architect and scale secure technology environments including digital platforms, APIs, SOC operations, IAM, and data protection (DLP, encryption)
  • Safeguard critical data assets including KYC, financial records, and transactions across distributed and partner ecosystems
  • Build and drive fraud prevention and detection capabilities, including transaction monitoring, anomaly detection, and ecosystem-wide controls
  • Establish incident response, crisis management, and business continuity frameworks with robust recovery planning and stakeholder communication

The Successful Applicant

A successful CISO should have:

Education Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (Master's degree preferred)
  • Professional security certifications required: CISSP, CISM, or equivalent
  • Additional certifications valued: CISA, CEH, CGEIT, CRISC, or cloud security certifications



Experience

  • 12+ years in information security with leadership experience, preferably within fintech/NBFC, and a proven track record of building and scaling security programs in high-growth, distributed environments
  • Strong expertise in Indian regulatory frameworks (RBI, IRDAI, DPDPA, IT Act) with experience engaging board-level stakeholders and driving security strategy at an executive level
  • Deep technical proficiency across security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001), cloud and application security, SIEM/EDR tools, encryption, mobile security, and fraud detection systems

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package within the financial services industry.
  • Opportunity to work in Pune
  • Be part of an NBFC with a focus on technological innovation and security.



If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role as a CISO in the financial services sector, this opportunity in Pune could be the perfect fit. Apply now to take the next step in your career.

More Info

Job Type:
Permanent Job
Function:
Financial Services
Employment Type:
Full time

About Company

Michael Page

Michael Page has five decades of expertise in professional services recruitment. We were established in London in 1976, and over this period we've grown organically to become one of the best-known and most respected consultancies, with an office network spanning six continents.
While size has its advantages, it doesn't define us - the nature of our organic growth means that each new office is integrated into the region that it serves. It also means that as an employer looking to hire, or as a candidate aiming to grow your career you have the best of both worlds&#x3B; a team that understands the market and geography you operate in, plus the resources and expertise of an international network at your disposal.

Job ID: 144540851

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