This Position reports to:

IS Category Lead Arch. Workplace UC

Your role and responsibilities

Lead and manage ABBs Information Protection services, driving secure data protection operations, incident response, stakeholder engagement, governance, compliance and continuous improvement aligned with business and cybersecurity objectives.

The work model for the role is: Hybrid

This role supports ABB Information Security by driving Information Protection initiatives and partnering with internal stakeholders, business units, and technology providers to strengthen data security, compliance, and operational excellence across the organization

You will be mainly accountable for :

- Lead and manage ABBs Information Protection services, including DLP, DSPM, Data Classification, Insider Risk Management and data security related security capabilities.
- Own service operations, governance, performance, compliance and continuous improvement of Information Protection services.
- Protect sensitive information across Microsoft 365, cloud, on-premises, endpoints, AI-enabled services and business applications.
- Drive the implementation, optimization, and operationalization of data security controls and policies.
- Lead data protection incident management, including investigation, root cause analysis, escalation and resolution.
- Partner with business, compliance and cybersecurity teams to align security solutions with business and regulatory requirements.
- Manage service KPIs, SLAs, risk remediation activities and audit findings.
- Evaluate emerging technologies, security threats and industry best practices to enhance security capabilities.
- Lead stakeholder engagement, vendor management and cross-functional security initiatives.
- Mentor and develop a high-performing team while supporting ABBs cybersecurity and AI security transformation programs.

Our team dynamics





You will join a agile, global and high-performing cybersecurity team where collaboration, innovation and continuous learning are encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work with leading-edge security technologies while influencing ABBs enterprise-wide data protection strategy.

Qualifications for the role

- 12+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Data Security, DSPM and DLP.
- Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Purview, Varonis, Wiz, Zscaler or equivalent security platforms.
- Strong understanding of AI Security, Copilot Governance and Generative AI security and compliance controls.

Preferred Certifications:

- Microsoft Purview Security Certifications (SC-401, SC-500, or equivalent)
- Data Security Certifications
- ITIL Foundation Certification
- AI Security Certifications(Good to have)
- Experience with Microsoft Purview, Varonis, Wiz and Z-Scaler

More about us

ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation, helping industries operate at higher levels of efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. By connecting engineering expertise with digital innovation, ABB is helping customers optimize operations and accelerate their digital transformation journey.

Within ABB Information Security, the Information Protection Service is responsible for safeguarding ABBs critical information assets through data protection, data governance, information security controls, and secure digital enablement. The team plays a key role in supporting ABB''s cloud-first and AI-first strategy while ensuring regulatory compliance and effective risk management.

ABB is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to business success.

Employment in this position may be subject to successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening requirements in accordance with ABB policies and local regulations.

📌 IS Data Security - Specialist (Bengaluru)
🏢 ABB
📍 Bengaluru