Lead-R&D and Innovation

Role: Lead Security Automation and Innovation

Location: RCP, Ghansoli, Navi Mumbai

This role is responsible for ensuring the cybersecurity ecosystem evolves at pace with a rapidly changing threat landscape.

As the Lead Security Automation and Innovation, you translate cybersecurity research into deployable capabilities. You will design and develop custom tools, build automation frameworks, and assess emerging attack vectors to deliver scalable solutions that improve organizational resilience.

Purpose of the Role

To drive cybersecurity innovation by researching emerging threats and building the automated capabilities of tomorrow.

Impact: Future-Ready Defense

Converting security research into practical frameworks and tools that anticipate emerging threats.

Result: Custom Engineering

Building internal security applications and automation frameworks that standard off-the-shelf tools can't provide.

Result: Operational Velocity

Reducing manual response times by leveraging analytics and AI to power smarter, faster security operations.

The Toolkit: Tech & Strategy

You will operate at the intersection of security research and software architecture, applying a diverse technology stack to deliver automation and engineering solutions.

Domain

Tools, Techniques & Frameworks to Master

Development & APIs

Advanced Python, Java, or C#; mastery of REST APIs and Microservices architecture.

Automation & DevOps

Building CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and Git-based workflows.

Frontend/Backend

Creating security dashboards using React/Angular/Vue.js and frameworks like Spring Boot or Django.

Security Tech Stack

Deep integration with SIEM, EDR/XDR, SOAR, and Cloud Security governance tools.

AI-Assisted Research

Using AI-assisted development tools (eg. Cursor) to accelerate prototyping and support secure software development practices.

The Playbook: Key Responsibilities

Cybersecurity Research & Strategy

• Conduct deep research on emerging attack techniques and the evolving threat landscape.
• Identify innovation gaps where automation can significantly enhance current security posture.
• Provide high-level recommendations on new tech based on feasibility, cost, and security value.

Security Solution Development

• Design and build custom cybersecurity tools and automation platforms from the ground up.
• Develop scripts and integrations to improve interoperability between global security systems.
• Lead the architecture discussions for future security capabilities and internal applications.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with CDC (Cyber Defense Centre), Risk, and IT teams to transition solutions from proof of concept to production deployment.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable plans for senior stakeholders.
• Mentor teams on secure coding practices and modern SDLC principles.

Experience

• 1012 years of overall information technology and/or cybersecurity experience
• 25 years of dedicated experience in Software Architecture, Design, or Development.
• Proven track record of building security tools, APIs, or automation frameworks in enterprise environments.

Education

• BE / B.Tech / ME / M.Tech / MCA / MS from a reputed/recognized institute.

Certifications (Preferred)

• CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent technical security credentials.

The X-Factor

• An Ownership Mindset with the persistence to see a prototype through to full-scale enterprise deployment.
• A natural curiosity for AI/ML applications in cybersecurity.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present innovation initiatives clearly and align them to business and security objectives.