IND IT Sr. Specialist - Information Security

Job Title-IND IT Sr. Specialist - Information Security

ARL-7

Solution Line-Commercial Risk

Position type-Full Time

Work Location-Bangalore, Whitefield

Working style-Hybrid

Cab Facility-Yes

Shift Time -12.30 PM to 9.30 PM

People Manager role- No

Required education and certifications critical for the role-Any Graduate or Post-Graduate (full time)

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are committed to our purpose as one firm, united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

Information about business

We are seeking a motivated Cyber Security Consultant to join our team, specializing in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) while also possessing strong technical skills. In this role, you will help clients strengthen their security posture, achieve compliance, and implement effective security controls across various environments.

Job responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and support the development, implementation, and review of information security policies and procedures
• Assist clients with regulatory compliance initiatives (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, PCI DSS, HIPAA, SOX)
• Evaluate, design, and implement security controls (technical and process-based) across IT and cloud environments
• Participate in security architecture reviews and technical risk assessments
• Support internal and external cyber security audits, including evidence gathering and remediation planning
• Advise on and help implement secure configuration, secure SDLC practices, and application security measures
• Contribute to incident response planning and data protection strategies (encryption, DLP, IAM)
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure security governance and compliance objectives are met
• Stay current with evolving security frameworks, technologies, and best practices

Skills/competitive skills required

• 5-7 years of experience in cyber security, with a focus on GRC and technical controls
• Hands-on experience with security frameworks and standards (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls, GDPR, PCI DSS, etc.)
• Strong understanding of risk management, security governance, and compliance management
• Experience with security architecture review, secure configuration, and technical risk assessment
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP), secure SDLC, and application security practices
• Knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM) and data protection techniques
• Experience supporting cyber security audits and regulatory compliance projects
• Excellent communication

Nice to Have

• Experience with security tool evaluation/deployment (SIEM, DLP, CASB, etc.)
• Exposure to penetration testing or vulnerability assessments
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, CISA, CISM, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, AWS/Azure security certifications)

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workforce. At Aon, we believe a diverse workforce is an innovative workforce. Our agile, inclusive environment allows colleagues to manage their wellbeing and work/life balance while empowering you to be your authentic self.

Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two Global Wellbeing Days each year, encouraging them to take time to focus on themselves. We offer a variety of workstyle options through our Smart Working model, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips colleagues to learn, share and grow, helping them achieve their fullest potential. As a result, Aon colleagues are more connected, more relevant and more valued.

Commitment to sustainability

Aon is dedicated to integrating sustainability into our core business practices. We strive to minimize our environmental impact through innovative solutions and responsible stewardship, ensuring a sustainable future for our clients and communities.

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