Manager - IT Security Engineering

SUN PHARMA; Mumbai; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN PHARMA in Mumbai, India, seeks an experienced Manager IT Security Engineering to lead enterprise security architecture and engineering across on‑premises and cloud deployments. You will shape the security roadmap, mentor teams, and ensure security is integrated across the IT environment.

The role requires 8–10+ years in security engineering, hands‑on expertise in infrastructure, cloud, identity and data security, and familiarity with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years in security engineering/architecture in large enterprises.
• Strong hands-on expertise across infrastructure, cloud, identity, and data security.
• Experience in regulated industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the enterprise security engineering roadmap aligned to business and risk goals.
• Architect and deploy next‑gen security solutions across infrastructure and cloud.
• Advise leadership on threats, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Embed security‑by‑design across SDLC and infrastructure deployments.
• Own engineering and lifecycle of core security platforms: Network security, EDR/XDR, IAM, DLP, CSPM/CWPP.

Skills

Security architecture

Cloud security

IAM / PAM

Python

DevSecOps

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SIEM/SOAR

EDR/XDR

NGFW / WAF

CSPM / CWPP

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title

Manager IT Security Engineering

Function

Information Technology

Sub-function

Global IT Infrastructure

Job Summary

The Senior Manager 2 / Manger of IT Security Technologies / Engineering will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the organization’s enterprise-wide IT security architecture and engineering functions. This position requires a experienced cybersecurity professional with a strong technical foundation with a forward-thinking approach to developing resilient and scalable security solutions. The position will foster innovation in security technologies, and ensure that security is seamlessly integrated across all facets of the IT environment.

Areas Of Responsibility

Key Responsibilities

Security Architecture & Strategy

• Define and execute the enterprise security engineering roadmap aligned to business and risk goals
• Architect and deploy next‑gen security solutions across infrastructure and cloud
• Advise leadership on threats, best practices, and emerging technologies
• Embed security‑by‑design across SDLC and infrastructure deployments

Security Engineering & Platforms

• Own engineering and lifecycle of core security platforms:
• Network security (NGFW, IDS/IPS, WAF, segmentation)
• EDR/XDR, SIEM/SOAR
• IAM, PAM, SSO, MFA
• DLP, encryption, PKI
• Vulnerability management, pen testing
• CSPM, CWPP, attack surface management
• Drive automation and ensure tool integration and interoperability

Vulnerability, Compliance & Governance

• Lead enterprise vulnerability management and remediation governance
• Ensure alignment with ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, RBI, IT Act, GDPR, CCPA
• Support audits with technical evidence and documentation

Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with IT Ops, DevSecOps, Cloud, and Architecture teams
• Act as technical escalation point for critical security issues
• Communicate clearly with senior and non‑technical stakeholders
• Mentor and lead security engineering teams

Experience

• 8–10+ years in security engineering/architecture in large enterprises
• Strong hands‑on expertise across infrastructure, cloud, identity, and data security
• Experience in regulated industries preferred

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred

Certifications (Preferred)

CISM, CCSP, CEH, Cloud Security certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP), Palo Alto, Fortinet, Check Point

Core Skills

• Enterprise security architecture and frameworks
• Network, cloud, endpoint, IAM, and data security
• Python / PowerShell for automation
• Linux, Windows, containers, Kubernetes, DevSecOps
• Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills

Travel Estimate

30%