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Key ResponsibilitiesCyber Defence & SOC Leadership· Lead and operate the Cyber Defence Center (CDC), including SOC monitoring, threat detection, and response operations for RIL and group companies.· Define CDC strategy, operating model, tooling, KPIs, and maturity roadmap· Ensure effective 24x7 security monitoring, alert triage, and incident handling.Incident Response & Forensics· Own the Incident Response (IR) framework, playbooks, and escalation processes.· Lead high-severity cyber incidents, including coordination with IT, business, legal, and leadership teams. · Oversee digital forensics investigations, root cause analysis, and post-incident reporting.Threat Intelligence & Threat Hunting· Build and operationalize Threat Intelligence capabilities to proactively identify emerging threats relevant to the group’s business landscape.· Drive threat hunting programs to identify advanced and persistent threats not detected by traditional tools.Data Security & DLP· Oversee the Data Security and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) initiatives and define controls for data protection across cloud, endpoints, networks, and SaaS platforms.· Work closely with privacy, compliance, and legal teams to ensure data protection requirements are met.Technology & Tooling· Own security tooling stack including SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, DLP, UEBA, and forensic tools.· Drive automation and orchestration to improve response times and reduce manual effort.· Evaluate new cyber defence technologies aligned with business risk.Stakeholder & Business Engagement· Act as a trusted advisor to CIO, CISO, business leaders, and IT teams across multiple businesses.· Partner with all IRM teams (e.g. GRC, Architecture, VM etc.) to support internal and external audits.· Ensure cyber defence processes align with industry standards (ISO 27001, NIST, etc.) and regulatory expectations.· Present cyber risk posture, incident insights, and improvement plans to senior leadership.Team Leadership & Capability Building· Build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams across CDC, IR, threat intelligence, forensics, and data security.· Define skill development plans and succession for critical cyber defence roles.· Manage internal teams and external partners/MSSPs where applicable.Key Skills & CompetenciesTechnical & Domain ExpertiseStrong expertise in Cyber Defence Center / SOC operationsDeep hands-on understanding of:Incident ResponseThreat Intelligence & Threat HuntingDigital ForensicsData Security & DLPSIEM / SOAR / EDR / XDR platforms· Experience securing hybrid IT environments (on-prem, cloud, SaaS)· Good knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, Kill Chain, TTP mapping· Strong understanding of network security controls (FW, IPS, Proxy, WAF)· Experience with cloud security (CASB, CSPM)Leadership & Behavioral Skills· Proven experience leading large, multi-disciplinary cyber security teams· Strong crisis management and decision-making abilities· Excellent stakeholder communication, especially during incidents· Ability to operate in a complex, multi-business conglomerate environmentEducation & Certifications (Preferred)· BE/B.Tech/ME/M.Tech/MCA from a reputed/recognized institute - in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field· At least 12-15 years of experience into cyber defence operations or managing SOC for a large organizations or conglomerate· Preferred certifications:o CISSP, CISMo GCIA, GCIH, GCEDo Relevant cloud security certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP)