Head of Information Security

5 days ago


Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan Freelancerprox Full time

**Job Summary**

The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is responsible for developing and implementing a robust security strategy to protect the bank's data, technology infrastructure, and customer information. This role requires strategic leadership and technical expertise to maintain trust and ensure the resilience of operations amid rising cyber risks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership on information security to the information security staff.
  • Oversee and coordinate all aspects of alignment of the bank's information security policies and procedures with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Analyze and ensure that information security programs are in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
  • Manage and maintain key information security functions, including information security risks, security operations, and other activities related to ISMD across the bank.

Requirements:

  • Masters in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or equivalent degree.
  • Must have relevant industry-related Information Security certifications like CISM, CISSP, etc.
  • Good knowledge of information security best practices, international standards, and local banking regulations/practices.
  • Minimum 10-15 years experience in the Financial Services Sector with preferably 8 years in the Banking sector in the field of Information Security Management.


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