Chief Information Security Officer

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

The Opportunity:

Are you ready to join us on our exciting journey of being a fast-growth company, but one that is maturing and needs your support in creating the right solutions that are not too cumbersome yet deliver high value?

The CISO shall be responsible for driving cyber security strategy and ensuring compliance to the extant regulatory / statutory instructions on information/ cyber security. You will be responsible for enforcing the policies that a regulated entity uses to protect its information assets apart from coordinating information / cyber security related issues within the regulated entity as well as with relevant external agencies.

Roles and responsibilities:

Define Information Security Roadmap for the organization with a futuristic vision.

Lead, Implement and Review Hardware, Network and Software Security Standards and Security Controls within the Organization, to protect systems, data and assets from both internal and external threats and prevent information and data loss/frauds.

Identify and Implement Security Assessment and Testing Processes across the organization, including but not limited to Penetration Testing, Secure Software Development, Vulnerability Management etc.

Identify Best Security Products/Tools for various purposes and implementation of same.

Proactively Monitor and identify Security Issues and potential threats, new vulnerabilities/threats and continuously improve security standards within the organization.

Implement and lead Security Assessment practices including Security Audits, Information Security Reviews etc…

Provide strategic risk guidance and consultation for IT Projects, including security risk assessment of Implementation Architecture, technical standards, and protocols.

Real-time analysis, investigations, and forensics, if a need arises and ensure to avoid and strengthen security measures.

Developing strategies to handle security incidents and trigger investigation. Regular Stakeholder communication on Information and Data Security Practices and Activities.

Creating and implementing a strategy for the deployment of information security technologies and solutions to minimize the risk of cyber-attacks.

Conducting a continuous assessment of current IT security practices and systems and identifying areas for improvement.

Ensuring compliance with the latest regulations and compliance requirements.

Developing and implementing business continuity plans.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Engineering Graduate/ Post-Graduate in related field such as Computer Science, IT, Electronics and Communications or a Cyber Security related field.

Minimum of 15 years' experience in risk management, information security, or cyber security.

Strong knowledge of information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST.

Good Understanding of DevSecOps , Secure SDLC, Security Automation, Security Testing Concepts, DR & BCP Concepts

Experience in financial forecasting and budget management.

Familiarity with Industry Security Standards and Protocols, Information and Data Privacy Regulations relevant to our organization.

Ability to manage ambiguity and find suitable solutions to complex problems.

Ability to work with cross functional teams, collaborate and set a good example as a leader.

Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CISA and CISM along with deep implementation experience will be an added advantage.

Proven knowledge and exposure in designing, implementing and operating security in one or two of the public clouds from AWS, Azure, Oracle and GCP.

Prior knowledge/exposure working for Payments/Banking/Fintech domains is essential.

Work Environment details

Founder-led entrepreneurial set-up which is defined by speed, agility and creativity

Highly empowered and critical role, which makes a difference to Vivriti Capital

Young, energetic, and highly talented Teams

Hard work is the defining aspect of the organization

Job Location: Chennai

Mode of Work: Work from office

Life at Vivriti: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RVPWhJg1Fo

Technology Team at Vivriti: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auenzZFTSZE

Founder’s Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUxGWQMVj3U

Who We Are?

Vivriti is a young, dynamic, and spirited institution that boasts of a large appetite for success through its vision of creating the largest and most valuable platform for enterprise finance. The word ‘Vivriti’ means progress or development and speaks volumes about our passion to continuously strive for results that add value to our ecosystem. At Vivriti, we are mission driven, challenging the status quo each day, reinventing the Indian debt market space and creating an industry in itself.

Over the last four years, the group that consists of two companies – Vivriti Capital, a unique enterprise fintech NBFC, and Vivriti Asset Management, India’s fastest growing digital alternate debt fund manager, has built significantly on its vision. Vivriti presently manages assets in excess of US $ 1.2 billion, has offices in Chennai, Mumbai, and Bangalore, and consists of a high-powered team of 350+.

Why Join Us?

The force driving the business prowess of Vivriti is, the powerful Talent Engine. We are a high energy and supremely passionate bunch of individuals. This is a diverse group of people, who would be best in what they do, are diverse and inclusive, are collaborative and extremely hardworking. Indeed, a very inspiring peer group. This is a team with a shared goal of reshaping the Indian Fixed Income market and change lives of millions of people through our work.

We have a keen eye for great Talent, have an appreciation for potential, and an environment which facilitates hyper-performance. Vivriti is known to present with the platform to excel for those who have a desire to reach great heights in their career. We nurture our Talent with great care, encourage ambition, we are compassionate in your failures and cheer your successes. We’re proud of our collaborative culture; everyone is ready to lend a helping hand, whether it’s your first day on the job or your thousandth.

Our Rewards mechanisms are aggressive. High Performance fetches non-linear Rewards. In addition to the fixed component and variable pay, we ensure long term wealth creation for our critical employees through employee stock options. Vivriti is the first tech focused NBFC and asset manager that has provided ESOP liquidity in the last 15 years.

We invest in our employees through developmental programs, Professional Development Allowances and Education Grants.

Our Benefits are better than the best. To list a few below –

Medical Care, Life and Personal Accident Insurance, Critical illness cover.

Interest free loans of up to INR 10 Lacs, with no questions asked.

Promoting health and wellness at the office with a well-equipped sports and recreation room, regular fitness challenges and organizing leagues of sports events.

Caring for your health nutritious food, fruits served round the clock, variety of beverages, etc.

Ensuring maximum fun environment through Vivriti Premier League – a 10-month long series of sporting contests, recreation activities on the floor, cultural celebrations, etc.