Manager - Information Security (Governance, Risk & Compliance)

Navi; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,200,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Navi is seeking a Senior Manager / Manager – Information Security (GRC) to lead governance, risk and compliance across the group. You will shape policy, drive audit readiness, and embed secure practices with Engineering, Infrastructure, IT and Legal.

You will interpret RBI, NPCI, IRDAI, SEBI guidelines, monitor regulatory expectations, and prepare for internal and external audits. A hands-on security leader with cloud and fintech experience will thrive in this fast-paced, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in information security GRC
• Fintech/Startup sector experience preferred
• Hands-on problem solving in security domains
• Familiarity with IS & Risk Management frameworks (ISO27001, NIST)
• Knowledge of RBI, NPCI, IRDAI, SEBI guidelines and PCI DSS

Responsibilities

• Lead Navi group-level Information security GRC practice
• Interpret and implement RBI, NPCI, IRDAI, SEBI regulations
• Ensure ongoing monitoring of regulatory compliance
• Prepare for internal and external audits with documentation
• Collaborate with Engineering, IT, Legal to minimize risk
• Review third-party risk assessments and vendor security controls

Skills

GRC governance

Regulatory compliance

Information security

Risk management

Audits & governance

Cloud security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

ISO 27001

NIST SP 800-37

MITRE ATT&CK

Job description

At Navi, the InfoSec team safeguards our digital ecosystem - ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical systems and data. We lead the charge on information security risk management, regulatory compliance, and data protection, while championing a security-first culture across all teams.

Our mission: Protect what powers Navi - securely, compliantly, and confidently.

About the Role

As Senior Manager / Manager – Information Security (GRC), you will lead Navi’s Information security governance, risk, and compliance efforts across the group. You’ll ensure alignment with RBI, IRDAI, SEBI, NPCI and global security standards by shaping policy, driving audit readiness, and embedding secure practices across tech, product, and infrastructure. This role combines regulatory depth, technical oversight, and cross-functional collaboration to minimize risk and strengthen Navi’s security posture in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

What We Expect From You

• As Navi operates in the regulatory space, this role requires interpreting and helping implement regulations related to cyber security by Reserve Bank of India (RBI), NPCI, IRDAI and SEBI, as well as any other applicable regulatory guidance related to the service offerings issued by relevant institutions.
• Further to the point above, ensure on-going monitoring and tech-compliance with existing regulatory expectations across these dimensions
• Lead the Information security - GRC practice for Navi group level.
• Ensuring that information security principles, policies, frameworks, standards and controls are defined, implemented and managed effectively.
• Partner and collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams, such as Engineering, Infrastructure, IT, Legal, and help minimize information security risks
• Architect and deliberate on the solutions that are compliant with relevant regulatory cybersecurity requirements
• Conduct and review results of Technology Risk Assessment, recommending mitigation strategies to bring the Risk to appropriate levels Nav is looking for a Senior Manager/ Manager Information Security (GRC) to be part of the information security
• Ensure readiness of the organization for internal and external audits by keeping all documents, evidences, ready
• If required, represent Navi in Board and Board Committee meetings, as well as in discussions with regulators
• Conduct Security awareness programs, train personnel on data security & privacy related processes and responsibilities
• Review / conduct Third Party Risk Assessments & Vendor assessments before onboarding
• Review security solutions / controls implemented by Tech / Engineering teams, controls at data center, cyber / information security incidents, IT BCP and DR drills, cloud security controls
• Identify and define Security KPIs including weekly, monthly reports and update Security Dashboards.

Must Haves

• Minimum 7+ years of experience working in information security GRC
• Prior experience in the Fintech/Startup industry and knowledge of one of the regulatory compliances like PCI DSS, RBI Master Directives, NPCI, IRDA, SEBI cyber security guideline, NPCI Information Security guidelines is preferred.
• Hands-on approach in solving complex security problems
• Experience with Information Security & Risk Management frameworks like ISO27001, NIST SP 800-37, etc Cyber Kill Chain, MITRE ATT&CK, or other relevant frameworks
• Working knowledge of Cloud environments like AWS, GCP, Oracle cloud is beneficial
• Exposure to Agile methodologies, DevOps, Cloud technologies is beneficial.

Soft Skills

• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines, and to prioritize in a highly dynamic work environment
• Ability to balance risk, potential impact, resourcing, business drivers, and timelines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Product Thinking
• Strong problem solving
• Business acumen
• Strategic thinking
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a talent for articulating.

About Navi

We are on a mission to make finance simple, accessible and affordable for a billion Indians. Guided by a strong customer-first approach, we are building tech-first solutions that work at scale. Our offerings include a range of financial products and services across Loans, Insurance, Mutual Funds, Digital Gold and UPI.

Founded by Sachin Bansal & Ankit Agarwal in 2018, we are one of India’s fastest-growing financial services organisations. But we’re just getting started!

Our Culture

At Navi, we’re a place where ambition meets opportunity and ideas turn into impact quickly. We empower people with high ownership from the start, encouraging them to solve meaningful problems and build with excellence. Teams here work in an environment that values speed, collaboration and craftsmanship, while celebrating learning, growth and shared wins along the way. Whether you’re shaping the future of fintech products or driving innovation behind the scenes, life at Navi means being part of a high-energy, talent-driven workplace where your contributions truly make a difference.

We’re guided by our own operating system - The Navi OS - a set of principles that shape how we work and win together. You can explore them at navi.com/our-values to see what drives us every day.

If this feels like you, Navi is the place to grow, thrive and make a real impact.