About Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL): Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL), a greenfield venture of the Tata Group, is building India’s first AI-led state-of-the-art semiconductor wafer fab. It is a unique company that has end-to-end manufacturing from foundry to outsourced assembly and test (OSAT) and Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS). As a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd., TEPL is committed to leadership with trust, creating long-term stakeholder value and improving the quality of life for the communities we serve globally. Position Overview: The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will be responsible for defining and executing TEPL’s enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy, ensuring the protection of IT, OT (Operational Technology), and AI-driven systems in a highly sensitive semiconductor manufacturing environment as well as electronics manufacturing. This role requires a visionary leader with deep expertise across manufacturing/OT cybersecurity, Information Technology/IT security, AI cybersecurity, governance and safety against AI-driven malware, in conformance with global standards and customer expectations. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership - Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with TEPL’s business objectives and regulatory requirements. - Establish a governance framework for AI safety, AI risk management, and ethical AI usage. - Advise the executive leadership team on cyber risk posture and emerging threats. Cybersecurity & OT Security - Oversee security for IT and OT environments, including semiconductor fabrication systems, industrial control systems (ICS), and SCADA networks. - Implement zero-trust architecture and advanced threat detection for manufacturing systems. - Ensure supply chain security for critical semiconductor components. AI Risk & Governance - Lead initiatives to identify, assess, and mitigate AI-related risks, including AI-driven malware and adversarial attacks. - Define AI governance policies to ensure compliance with global standards and ethical guidelines. - Collaborate with R&D teams to embed AI safety principles into product development. - Able to assess and manage risks due to LLMs, cloud deployments and overall AI solutions Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, IEC62443, ISO42001 AIMS, NIST, GDPR, and Indian cybersecurity regulations. - Conduct regular risk assessments, penetration testing, and incident response drills. - Manage relationships with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external security partners. Team Leadership - Build and lead a world-class cybersecurity team, fostering a culture of security awareness across the organization. - Drive training programs for employees on cybersecurity best practices and AI safety. Qualifications & Experience: - Education: Bachelors/Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. Advanced certifications such as IEC 62443, AIMS ISO 42001, CISSP, CISM, CISA, or GIAC preferred. - Has good knowledge of SOC and technologies such as Palo Alto, TxOne, Crowdstrike. Has worked on tools to manage cybersecurity for machines in the shopfloor - Experience: - 20+ years in cybersecurity leadership roles, with at least 5 years as CISO or equivalent in a manufacturing or semiconductor environment. - Proven expertise in IT, OT and AI security, ICS/SCADA protection, and industrial cybersecurity frameworks. - Knowledge of India’s Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act - Hands-on experience in AI risk governance, AI safety, and mitigating AI-driven cyber threats. - Strong knowledge of cloud security, zero-trust architecture, and advanced threat intelligence. - Multi-year experience with IT and OT infrastructure in a manufacturing environment - Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Key Competencies: - Strategic thinking with a risk-based approach. - Deep understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and associated cyber risks. - Ability to anticipate emerging threats, especially in AI and advanced manufacturing domains. - Strong collaboration skills to work with engineering, R&D, and executive teams. Why Join Us? - Be part of India’s first AI-enabled semiconductor foundry, as well as OSAT and EMS manufacturing. - Work on cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of electronics and AI. - Join the Tata Group, a global leader with a legacy of trust and innovation.
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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)