Regional Cybersecurity Manager [T500-21853]

ADM; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in nutrition is seeking a Regional Cybersecurity Manager based in Bengaluru, India. This role requires 8+ years of cybersecurity experience and a strong understanding of frameworks like NIST CSF and ISO 27001. Responsibilities include leading cybersecurity initiatives, coordinating with global teams, and mentoring local members. The position demands excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders. Our aim is to drive security adoption and respond to threats effectively.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity / IT risk management, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks.
• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Ability to coordinate across global teams and influence without authority.
• CISSP, CISM, CISA or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary cybersecurity point of contact for regional business leaders.
• Coordinate the execution of cybersecurity activities in alignment with global priorities.
• Build strong relationships with business and IT/OT leaders to understand regional needs.
• Escalate regional risks to global cyber leadership.
• Coordinate and monitor cybersecurity activities aligned with global priorities.
• Support regional incident response with timely coordination.
• Lead and report progress on cybersecurity initiatives and compliance.
• Develop relationships with business and IT/OT leaders to drive security adoption.
• Represent the regional voice in global cybersecurity discussions.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and mentorship to regional team members.
• Promote a high-performance culture and identify training needs.

Skills

Cybersecurity frameworks understanding

Incident response

Risk management

Strong communication skills

Leadership responsibilities

Compliance

Global coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security or Computer Science

Tools

NIST CSF

ISO 27001

CIS Controls

Job description

Regional Cybersecurity Manager [T500-21853]

We are one of the world’s largest nutrition companies and a global leader in human and animal nutrition. We unlock the power of nature to provide nourishing quality of life by transforming crops into ingredients and solutions for foods, beverages, supplements, livestock, aquaculture, and pets.

About ADM India Hub:

At ADM, we have long recognized the strength and potential of India’s talent pool, which is why we have maintained a presence in the country for more than 25 years. Building on this foundation, we have now established ADM India Hub, our first GCC in India.

At ADM India Hub, we are hiring for IT and finance roles across diverse technology and business functions. We stand at the intersection of global expertise and local excellence, enabling us to drive innovation and support our larger purpose of unlocking the power of nature to enrich quality of life.

Position Summary:

The Regional Cybersecurity Manager serves as the central point of contact for all cybersecurity activities within India. This role provides local leadership, coordination, and oversight across multiple cybersecurity domains, ensuring alignment with global strategy and direction from functional leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Regional Leadership & Coordination

• Serve as the primary cybersecurity point of contact for regional business leaders and IT/OT stakeholders.
• Provide guidance, coordination, to regional cybersecurity team members on day-to-day matters.
• Partner with global functional leaders to ensure cybersecurity initiatives are implemented effectively within the region.
• Escalate regional risks, issues, or resource needs to global cyber leadership.

Operational Oversight

• Coordinate and monitor the execution of cybersecurity activities in alignment with global priorities.
• Support regional incident response, ensuring timely coordination with Cyber Security Operations and other stakeholders.
• Provide support for high-priority and business-critical incidents in EU/US regions as required, including extended or non-standard hours.
• Lead, track and report on progress of cybersecurity initiatives, projects, and compliance activities within the region.

Engagement & Advocacy

• Build strong relationships with business and IT/OT leaders to understand regional needs and drive adoption of security initiatives.
• Act as a trusted advisor on regional security risks, threats, and trends.
• Consult with the broader cyber organization resources for recommendations on controls.
• Represent the regional voice in global cybersecurity discussions.

Team Support & Development

• Provide day-to-day leadership and mentorship to regional cybersecurity team members.
• Promote a collaborative, high-performance culture across the local team.
• Identify training and development needs within the region and advocate for appropriate resources and to inform functional leaders of the recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in cybersecurity / IT risk management, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, etc.).
• Ability to coordinate across global teams and influence without direct authority.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience supporting incident response, risk management, and compliance activities.
• Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent) preferred.

Success Factors

• Builds trust with local stakeholders while staying aligned to global strategy.
• Effectively translates global cybersecurity direction into local execution.
• Anticipates and escalates risks proactively.
• Develops regional talent and maintains a resilient team culture.