Designation: Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Experience: 10–15+ years in information/cyber security, including 5+ years leading security in BFSI, broking, AMC, or depository environments
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT/Electronics) or equivalent; MBA/M.Tech preferred
Location: Bangalore/Chennai

About The Role
We are looking for a Chief Information Security Officer to own and continuously improve FundsIndia's information/cyber security posture — spanning Board-level governance and hands-on security architecture and engineering — across broking and mutual fund distribution. The role involves securing the technology stack end-to-end, ensuring SEBI/CERT-In/AMFI compliance, protecting client data, leading incident response, and reporting to the Board and regulators on all cyber matters.

Must Have (Skills/Exposures/Certifications)
Prior experience as a CISO or in senior security leadership roles within BFSI, broking, AMC, or depository environments.
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001 LA, or CEH, along with relevant NISM/SEBI certifications.




Technical certifications preferred, such as OSCP, GCIH/GCFA, or a cloud security specialty certification (AWS/Azure/GCP or CCSP).
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), SIEM/SOAR, and EDR/XDR tooling.
Robust working knowledge of SEBI CSCRF, SEBI (Stock Brokers) and (Mutual Funds) Regulations, AMFI, DPDP Act 2023, CERT-In directions, and frameworks such as ISO 27001/NIST CSF.
Experience with secure API/microservices architecture and cryptography/key management (HSM/KMS). What You will Own.
Own the Board-approved Cyber Security Policy under CSCRF, validate the applicable RE tier, and run the Board ITCommittee.
Lead the SOC/incident response function, ensuring all cyber incidents are reported to SEBI;s portal and CERT-In within the mandated 6-hour window, and lead forensics, RCA, and remediation.
Commission VAPT, cyber audits, CCI assessments, red-teaming/threat-hunting, and cyber

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