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AVP-Data Protection

Crescendo Global

2 - 5 years

Pune City

Posted: 04/04/2026

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Job Description

Responsibilities

As an AVP - Cyber Security, you will:

  • Lead Security Strategies: Design, implement, and oversee comprehensive cybersecurity frameworks in alignment with regulatory standards and business objectives.
  • Data Privacy Advocate: Ensure robust compliance with data privacy laws ensuring security of sensitive customer and organizational data.
  • Risk Assessment: Identify vulnerabilities and assess potential risks and security threats in relation to business assets and systems.
  • Incident Management: Establish and manage incident response plans to address cybersecurity incidents effectively.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders to ensure cybersecurity objectives are integrated with the financial services processes.
  • Team Leadership: Mentor and guide cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and secure culture.
  • Vendor Management: Assess and manage third-party cybersecurity solutions and service collaborations.


Requirements

To succeed in this role, you must have:

  • A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
  • 7+ years of demonstrated experience in Cyber Security roles, primarily within Financial Services.
  • Proven expertise in areas such as Data Privacy, Threat Management, and Compliance Standards (GDPR, PCI DSS, etc.).
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity tools, methodologies, frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, etc.).
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, or CEH are a strong advantage.
  • A passion for fostering secure digital ecosystems and adapting to the rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape.


What's In It For You?

  • Exciting Opportunities: Be a part of challenging and impactful projects in the financial services industry.
  • Professional Growth: Work with industry leaders and continuously upgrade your cybersecurity expertise.
  • Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a workplace that embraces diversity, equality, and individuality.
  • Competitive Benefits: Avail comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, and performance-based incentives.
  • Work-Life Balance: Supportive policies to ensure harmony between work responsibilities and personal life.


Reach Us

If you feel this opportunity is well-aligned with your career progression plans, please feel free to reach me with your updated profile at prachi.gupta@crescendogroup.in.

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