We are looking for a highly skilled

CISO with strong expertise in audits, compliance, and penetration testing to strengthen the security posture of our high-frequency trading (HFT) infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive information security strategy to protect sensitive client data, ensure compliance with SEBI, NSE, BSE, other regulatory frameworks, and mitigate cyber risks across all business functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

- Develop and maintain the enterprise information security strategy, roadmap, and policies tailored to broking operations.

- Align security initiatives with business goals to support digital transformation and secure client transactions.

Governance &

- Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with SEBI Cybersecurity Framework, RBI guidelines (where ever applicable), and other local/international standards.

- Oversee audit processes, risk assessments, and ensure timely regulatory audits are done (e.g., SEBI Cybersecurity / SYSTEM Audit, BCP/DR drills ,etc. ).

- Lead incident response planning, testing, and reporting in compliance with SEBI's incident reporting norms.

Risk Management:

- Identify, assess, and manage information security risks specific to online trading, API integrations, KYC processes, and client data protection.

- Implement robust third-party/vendor risk management practices for software vendors, algo platforms.

Security Operations:

- Oversee the deployment and operation of SIEM, firewalls, DLP, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management systems.

- Monitor the security posture of trading systems, mobile trading platforms, client portals,



and back-office applications.

- Manage Security Operations Center (SOC)

Awareness &

- Training:

- Promote cybersecurity awareness among employees, dealers, and relationship managers.

- Conduct regular training for Internal users.

Business Continuity &

- Disaster Recovery:

- Maintain and test the BCP/DR strategy in accordance with SEBI/NSE/BSE mandates.

- Ensure DR drills are conducted for all trading and back-office platforms within specified timelines.

Business understanding:

- Understanding of the capital markets and retail broking domain.

Data Storage &

- Information Security

- Deep understanding of the current storage trends of Big Data and related Information Security.

- Planning &
- Project execution for Physical/Cloud. Storage facilities and related Infra-network.

- Planning &

- Execution of robust Business Continuity Plans.

Key Skills &

- Competencies

- Experience of working in Financial Services with a focus on Retail Broking.

- Impeccable integrity both professionally and personally.

- Self-motivated and result oriented.

- Stakeholder relationship management skills – able to influence and manage the expectations of senior management and peers.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, negotiation skills and team-oriented approach.

Experience





- 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, including leadership roles in financial services or broking.

- Deep understanding of SEBI/NSE/BSE cybersecurity regulations and guidelines.

- Familiarity with trading infrastructure (OMS/RMS), algo trading, FIX protocols, and data feeds.

- Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to explain security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent will be an added advantage.

- Proven experience in financial services, broking, or banking/NBFC sectors.

Here’s what we offer:

- Compensation

– competitive plus a meaningful performance bonus on top.

- Generous paid time off

– Recharge and come back sharper.

- Work with the best

– Collaborate with top-tier global talent.

- Adventure together

– Annual offsites (international & domestic) plus regular team outings.

- Performance rewards

– Attractive bonuses for those who go above and beyond.

- Health covered

– Comprehensive insurance so you’re always protected.

- Fun, not just work

– On-site sports, games, and a lively workspace.

- Learn and lead

– Regular knowledge-sharing sessions led by your peers.

- Annual Education Allowance

– Take any external course, or certification that makes you better at your craft.

- Stay fit

– Gym memberships with equal employer contribution to keep you at your best.

- Relocation support

– Smooth move? We’ve got your back.

- Friendly competition

– Work challenges and extracurricular contests to keep things exciting.

📌 Chief Information Security Officer (Mumbai)
🏢 Irage
📍 Mumbai