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 Funds India'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 cyb

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