Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Vriba Solutions; India; Hybrid; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure with cross-border collaboration

Opportunity to work on high-impact security initiatives

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead the information security strategy for U.S. clients. This role involves overseeing cybersecurity governance and compliance, managing a high-performance team in India, and ensuring the integration of security across operations. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in cybersecurity leadership, a strong grasp of governance frameworks, and cloud security expertise. This full-time opportunity offers global exposure and the chance to drive significant security initiatives.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity leadership.
• At least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Proven experience supporting global enterprises or U.S.-based clients.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the information security strategy aligned with objectives.
• Oversee GRC frameworks for U.S. customer accounts.
• Develop security policies and best practices across functions.
• Manage incident response programs and threat intelligence.
• Lead security audits and compliance checks.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Risk management

Compliance regulations

Cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Network security

Data protection

Exceptional communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

Zero Trust architecture

DevSecOps

AI-driven security

Job description

Overview

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – India (Remote/Hybrid). Reporting to Executive Leadership / Global Security Office. Engagement: Full-time, supporting U.S. customers.

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead the information security strategy for our U.S.-based customers. The CISO will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-wide security programs, ensuring compliance with global standards, and driving proactive risk management. This role requires strong leadership, a global mindset, and the ability to collaborate across geographies and time zones.

Responsibilities

• Define, lead, and execute the information security strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks for U.S. customer accounts.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices across all technology and business functions.
• Manage threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response programs.
• Collaborate with U.S.-based IT, legal, compliance, and executive teams to ensure seamless integration of security operations.
• Lead security audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks (e.g., HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, GDPR, CCPA).
• Partner with cross-functional teams to embed security-by-design into new products, platforms, and initiatives.
• Provide strategic guidance to executive leadership and regularly present risk posture updates.
• Build and mentor a high-performing cybersecurity team in India, supporting both regional and global operations.
• Monitor emerging threats and ensure timely adoption of next-gen security technologies (Zero Trust, AI/ML-based detection, cloud security, etc.).

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity leadership, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Proven experience supporting global enterprises or U.S.-based clients.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, governance frameworks, compliance regulations, and security standards.
• Hands-on expertise in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), network security, data protection, and endpoint security.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps, AI-driven security, and Zero Trust architecture.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications

• CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• CISM – Certified Information Security Manager
• CCISO – Certified Chief Information Security Officer (preferred)
• CISA, CRISC, CEH or equivalent certifications a plus

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on high-impact security initiatives for leading U.S. enterprises.
• Global exposure with cross-border collaboration.

Be part of a forward-thinking organization driving digital transformation and cybersecurity excellence.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Product Management, Project Management, and Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting, Airlines and Aviation, and Computer and Network Security