Qualifications
Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and enforce comprehensive enterprise data security and privacy policies, including encryption, access controls, data minimization, and retention frameworks.Ensure the adoption of privacy and security tools in accordance with regulatory and internal policy requirements.Collaborate with IT, infrastructure, application, and vendor teams to deploy security controls and tools effectively.Review and validate cybersecurity and data protection clauses in third-party vendor agreements.Govern data security controls to align with enterprise data privacy objectives.Represent the Cyber Security team in data privacy and governance forums, driving actionable items post-review.Oversee strategies to secure data both at rest and in transit.Lead the integration of data privacy tools with SIEM platforms, defining monitoring use cases, alerts, and incident response playbooks.Support internal audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance assurance activities.Drive risk assessments, policy enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.What Makes You a Great Fit8+ years of experience in Information Security and/or Data Privacy, ideally within BFSI environments.Strong working knowledge of DPDPA, IRDAI guidelines, and privacy-by-design principles.Demonstrated expertise in risk management, policy drafting, audit management, and vendor governance.Hands-on experience in implementing data protection controls and security monitoring frameworks.Thorough understanding of regulatory compliance and enterprise security architecture.Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders including CISO, DPO, and IT teams.
About the job
Join a dynamic team as a Cyber Security Lead with one of Weekday's esteemed clients!
Salary range: Rs 500,000 - Rs 3,000,000 (INR 5-30 LPA)
We are looking for a seasoned Cyber Security Lead to spearhead enterprise-wide initiatives focused on data privacy and governance in compliance with regulatory frameworks such as DPDPA and IRDAI. Your primary responsibilities will involve designing, implementing, and managing robust data protection controls to secure sensitive information throughout the organization. In this senior role, you will act as a strategic liaison among the DPO office, CISO function, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure the integration of security and privacy-by-design principles into technology systems, processes, and third-party engagements. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in information security, regulatory compliance, risk management, and governance, particularly within the Banking, Financial Services, or Insurance sectors. Your contribution will be pivotal in enhancing the organization's data protection posture, improving monitoring capabilities, and facilitating regulatory readiness initiatives.
About Weekday's Client
Weekday's Client is a leading organization committed to enhancing data security and regulatory compliance in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance sectors. We prioritize innovative solutions and a collaborative approach to safeguarding sensitive information.
