Company: 5paisa
Location: Thane, Maharashtra, India
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Position Overview:

The Information Security Assistant will play a key role in supporting the CISO by managing security operations, monitoring threats, ensuring compliance, and facilitating effective cyber incident response. This role requires a strong understanding of IT infrastructure, Cloud infrastructure, information security principles and practices, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams.


Key Responsibilities:

Security Operations:

  • Assist in monitoring of security systems (CSPM, SIEM, CASB, ZTNA), including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and anti-virus solutions.
  • Support daily security operations and help ensure the security infrastructure is functioning as intended.

Threat Monitoring and Analysis:

  • Monitor security alerts and reports to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Assist in the analysis of security incidents and collaborate with the team to develop mitigation strategies.

Compliance and Documentation:

  • Help maintain and update security policies, procedures, and documentation.
  • Develop Guidelines and manuals to the IT and Information security based on industry best practices (NIST CSF, CIS, etc.)
  • Support compliance with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., SEBI, DPDP, ISO 27001, industry-specific requirements).

Incident Response:

  • Assist in responding to security incidents, including investigating and documenting events.
  • Provide support during incident handling and coordinate with relevant teams to resolve issues.

Reporting and Communication:

  • Prepare and present security reports and updates to the CISO and other stakeholders.
  • Communicate effectively with various departments to ensure security practices are understood and followed.

Administrative Support:

  • Manage scheduling and coordination of security meetings and training sessions.
  • Assist in maintaining an inventory of security tools and assets.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Proven experience in a security-related role or a strong understanding of information security principles.
  • Familiarity with security technologies and tools (e.g., SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS).
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards relevant to information security.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information.


Preferred Skills:

  • Individual with experience of Networking would be preferred.
  • Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, ISO 27001 LA or similar.
  • Hands on experience in using MsOffice. Proficient with MS excel and MS PowerPoint.
  • Experience with scripting or automation for security tasks.
  • Work experience on working in a Cloud / hybrid environment will be an advantage
  • Familiarity with risk management and vulnerability assessment.