Director Cyber security

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 15 years

Location: Delhi, NCR, Bengaluru

JobType: full-time

We are seeking a seasoned Director – Cyber Security to lead our organization’s information security initiatives, drive cybersecurity strategy, and ensure the implementation of robust security frameworks across the enterprise. This leadership role demands a visionary professional with deep technical expertise in cybersecurity domains such as DLP, ISMS, IAM, ISO 27001, and network security, along with strong management capabilities to align security goals with business objectives.

As a key member of the IT leadership team, you will be responsible for defining and executing our cyber security roadmap, enhancing our security posture, and ensuring compliance with global security standards and regulations.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive cyber security strategy to protect the organization’s digital assets, data, systems, and infrastructure.
• Lead and manage the implementation and continuous improvement of the Information Security Management System (ISMS), in alignment with ISO 27001 standards.
• Oversee enterprise-wide Data Loss Prevention (DLP) programs to safeguard sensitive data and mitigate data breach risks.
• Design and manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) strategies and frameworks ensuring secure access control across users, devices, and platforms.
• Provide expert leadership on network security architecture, threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and incident response strategies.
• Monitor emerging security threats, conduct risk assessments, and implement mitigation measures to protect organizational assets.
• Establish governance frameworks for security policy enforcement, compliance tracking, and audit readiness.
• Partner with business and IT stakeholders to ensure alignment between security policies and operational needs.
• Manage security-related certifications and lead internal/external audits and assessments.
• Develop training and awareness programs to cultivate a security-first mindset across the organization.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing security team, ensuring ongoing professional development and retention.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 15–24 years of experience in IT security, with at least 5+ years in a leadership or director-level role.
• Proven expertise in managing and implementing cyber security programs at scale within complex environments.
• Strong working knowledge of DLP tools, ISMS frameworks, and regulatory compliance standards.
• In-depth understanding and hands-on experience with ISO 27001 implementation and certification processes.
• Solid experience in IAM architecture, including role-based access control, SSO, and MFA integrations.
• Deep knowledge of network security technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and secure networking protocols.
• Experience in managing third-party risk, security assessments, and vendor security governance.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer are highly desirable.

Preferred Attributes:

• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize work, and lead multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate complex security risks into actionable business decisions.
• Experience with cloud security frameworks and hybrid IT environments is a plus.