Associate Manager, Cybersecurity

International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF); Gonda District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Learning and development opportunities

Global and supportive work environment

Job summary

IFF is seeking an Associate Manager, Cybersecurity based in Chennai, India (onsite). The role partners with business and technology stakeholders to drive governance, innovation, and continuous improvement in cybersecurity leadership.

The position requires cross-functional collaboration, strong stakeholder management, and expertise in enterprise systems and security best practices. It offers opportunities to influence strategic initiatives across a global technology organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in global and cross-functional environments.
• Strong stakeholder management with proven delivery outcomes.
• Expertise in enterprise systems and technology tools.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and process improvement.
• Certifications such as PMP, CISSP, CISM, AWS, Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, Salesforce, SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives and deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Partner with stakeholders to define priorities and requirements.
• Analyze complex issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement and automation opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with technology, security, and governance standards.
• Develop and maintain documentation, processes, and operational metrics.
• Provide subject matter expertise within the assigned domain.
• Collaborate effectively across global and cross-functional teams.
• Identify risks, execute mitigation plans and support innovation through best practices.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Engineering/Data Science/Business

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Enterprise systems knowledge

Job description

Are you passionate about innovation that transforms everyday products into extraordinary experiences

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health biosciences, we deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Digital Technology Solutions: Accelerating innovation through data, technology and digital transformation, building intelligent solutions that enhance experiences and power smarter decisions.

The role is based in Chennai, India (Onsite role). Be part of a motivated, passionate, and open-minded team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

The Associate Manager, Cybersecurity role supports IFFs global technology organization by delivering outcomes within cybersecurity leadership. This position partners with business and technology stakeholders to drive operational excellence, innovation, governance, and continuous improvement. The role is expected to influence decisions appropriate to its level, solve complex problems and contribute to the successful delivery of strategic initiatives.

Where You ll Make a Difference

• Lead initiatives and deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Partner with stakeholders to define priorities and requirements.
• Analyze complex issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement and automation opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with technology, security, and governance standards.
• Develop and maintain documentation, processes, and operational metrics.
• Provide subject matter expertise within the assigned domain.
• Collaborate effectively across global and cross-functional teams.
• Identify risks, execute mitigation plans and support innovation through the adoption of best practices.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Science, Business, or a related field.
• Advanced degree in a relevant discipline is preferred.
• Relevant professional experience aligned with the scope and level of the role.
• Experience working in global and cross-functional environments.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with a proven ability to deliver outcomes.
• Expertise in the relevant domain, enterprise systems, and technology tools.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, documentation, and process improvement.
• Strong collaboration, communication, accountability, customer focus, and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant certifications such as PMP, Scrum, ITIL, CISSP, CISM, AWS, Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, Salesforce, SAP or equivalent credentials are preferred.

How would you stand out

• Proven success in driving business transformation.
• Strong expertise in enterprise systems and technology solutions.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and deliver measurable results.

Why Choose Us

• Global and supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Learning, training, and career development opportunities.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity expression, sexual orientation, or disability.