Deputy General Manager - Cyber Security

Tataconsumer; India; On-site; INR 4,200,000 - 6,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Consumer Products Ltd is seeking a Deputy General Manager- Cyber Security based in Bengaluru. This role leads the enterprise cyber risk program, manages security projects, and guides security across technology initiatives.

The position involves technical leadership and cross‑functional collaboration. The role requires 12–14 years in information security, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and certifications such as CISSP/CISM are a plus.

Qualifications

• 12–14 years of experience in information security.
• Bachelor’s degree in information security, Computer Science, or a related field; certifications are a plus.
• Strong incident response, risk assessment and governance capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and continuously improve the enterprise cyber risk and security program.
• Manage security projects and provide expert guidance on security matters for other technology projects.
• Oversee a 24x7 Security Operations Center (SOC) environment and participate in on-call escalation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders to align security with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and support audits.

Skills

Information security leadership

Incident response

Vulnerability management

SIEM (Microsoft Sentinel)

Third‑party risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information security/CS or related field

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Job description

Designation - Deputy General Manager- Cyber Security

Function - Digital
Location - Bengaluru
Reporting To - Director- Cyber Security

Job Description

At Tata Consumer Products Ltd, we stand #ForBetter – Planet, Sourcing, Nutrition, Communities. And #ForBetter Opportunities …. Here’s an exciting one!

How does this Job align to our Strategy?

At the core of Tata Consumer Products' business approach lie six strategic pillars that serve as the foundation for its growth and success: Strengthening & Accelerating our Core Business, Driving Digital and Innovation, Unlocking Synergies, Creating a Future-Ready Organization, Exploring New Opportunities and Embedding Sustainability.

This job opportunity closely aligns with the key strategic pillars, which is Strengthening & Accelerating our Core Business

Deputy General Manager in Cyber security team, will play a key role in Develop, implement, and continuously improve the enterprise cyber risk and security program. Manage security projects and provide expert guidance on security matters for other technology projects. This position involves technical expertise, leadership, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

This job is ay N-4 level (N Corresponds to CEO’s Level)

Geography : Global

Complexity of the role (Optional):

• Cyber security for overall TCPL across geographies and business units

Matrix Reports : NA

Type of Role : Individual Contributor

Primary Stakeholders (Optional) : Cyber security for overall TCPL across geographies and business units

What are the Key Deliverables in this role ?

• This role contributes to the organization's overall financial well-being by minimizing the impact of security incidents, reducing the risk of financial losses, and ensuring compliance with regulations to avoid penalties.

Customer Service

• Implementing measures for ongoing enhancement of security services, ensuring customer satisfaction and confidence in the Cyber capabilities
• Work with the broader IT organization and business management to align priorities and plans with key business objectives.
• Provide security communication awareness and training for audiences which may range from senior leaders to individual contributors.
• Work with IT leadership and business stakeholders to define metrics and reporting strategies that effectively communicate successes and progress of the security program.

Internal Processes

• Recommend and facilitate the implementation of technical controls to support and enforce defined security policies
• Conduct and report on risk assessments and propose meaningful plans to protect the business
• Manage security projects and provide expert guidance on security matters for other technology projects
• Assessment and ongoing management of vendors applications and other third-party risks
• Work to ensure ongoing alignment with Audit and Compliance requirements as identified by the business
• Assist in the development and ongoing management of IT budgets and assess the ROI of existing security measures.
• Conduct and/or oversee periodic security audits
• Assist with the development and facilitation of enterprise Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity programs
• Responsible for working in a 24x7 Security Operation Center (SOC) environment
• Part of an on-call escalation process

Innovation and Learning

• Research, evaluate, design, test, recommend or plan the implementation of new or updated information security hardware or software and analyze its impact on the existing environment

What are the Critical success factors for the Role ?

• 12-14 years’ experience in Information Security Domain
• Bachelor’s degree in information security, Computer Science, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GIAC) are a plus.
• Subject Matter Expert in information security Domain
• Third Party Risk Assessment
• Effective Incident Response and Management
• Vulnerability Management & Penetration Testing
• Continuous Monitoring and Analysis

What are the Desirable success factors for the Role ?

• Strong understanding of security technologies, threat detection, and incident handling.
• Leadership experience with the ability to manage and mentor a team.
• Proficiency in SIEM tools (Microsoft Sentinel) and other security technologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of security policies, compliance standards, and best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Innovation and Emerging Technology Awareness
• Threat Hunting Capabilities
• Incident Simulation and Tabletop Exercises

About Us: At Tata Consumer, we stand ‘For Better.’ Tata Consumer Products is a focused consumer products company uniting the principal food and beverage interests of the Tata Group under one umbrella. Our brands embody our purpose of ‘For Better ‘through the value they deliver to consumers with a focus on innovation, health and wellness, convenience and premiumisation. The Company’s portfolio of products includes tea, coffee, water, RTD, salt, pulses, spices, ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat offerings, breakfast cereals, snacks and mini meals. Our key brands include Tata Tea, Tetley, Eight O’Clock Coffee, Tata Coffee Grand, Himalayan Natural Mineral Water, Tata Copper+ and Tata Gluco+, Tata Salt, Tata Sampann and Tata Soulfull. In India, Tata Consumer Products has a reach of over 200 million households, giving it an unparalleled ability to leverage the Tata brand in consumer products. The Company has a consolidated annual turnover of ~Rs. 20,290 Crs with operations in India and International markets. For more information please visit www.tataconsumer.com