Security Control Assessor
About this role
About the Role
We are seeking a Security Control Assessor to join our Risk Function within the Information Security Group (ISG), based in Mumbai or Chennai . This role supports the Security Architecture team by assisting in the definition, documentation, and review of technology security requirements. The ideal candidate will help establish repeatable processes for security reviews and ensure comprehensive documentation of security design and development activities.
Key Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
- Act as the first-level reviewer for security assessments, identifying repeatable tasks and documenting them for further evaluation by the team.
- Ensure that security design and cybersecurity development activities are thoroughly documented, including functional descriptions of security implementations, and updated as needed.
Secondary Responsibilities
- Assess the effectiveness of implemented security controls.
- Participate in the Risk Governance process by identifying security risks, proposing mitigations, and contributing insights on other technical risks.
What We Are Looking For
Education
- A BE or B. Tech degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- A ME or M.Tech degree in Post graduation is preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 7 years of experience in information security, risk assessment, or security architecture is preferred.
- Familiarity with cloud security governance and risk management processes is a plus.
Skills and Attributes
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and security control frameworks.
- Ability to document technical processes and security implementations clearly and effectively.
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
- Good communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Company at a glance
Never share your password, OTP, UPI Pin, CVV etc with anyone.
Formed in December 2018 through the merger of infrastructure finance giant IDFC Bank and retail finance specialist Capital First, we commenced commercial banking operations in 2016. Our core principles:
Vision: Building a world-class bank in India, driven by ethical, customer-friendly, digital, and socially responsible banking principles.
Universal Bank: Offering a comprehensive range of services like Retail, MSME, Rural, Startups, Cash & Wealth Management, Deposits, Corporate & Government Banking, Working Capital, Trade Finance, and Treasury Solutions.
Ethical Banking: We follow a 'Near and Dear' test, ensuring products are customer-friendly enough for employees to recommend to loved ones. We simplify legal jargon for clarity and offer 'ZERO FEE Banking' on all savings account services like SMS alerts, IMPS, RTGS, NEFT, ATM withdrawals, and more, making it India’s 1st & only bank to do so.
Customer-Friendly Banking: IDFC FIRST Bank credits monthly interest on savings accounts, offers lifetime-free credit cards with non-expiring rewards and transparent fees.
Technology-led Banking: Seamless services across mobile, branches, internet banking, call centres, & relationship managers. Our mobile app, with 250+ features, is rated 4.8 on Google Play & the App Store.
Global rating agency Forrester ranked it India’s best & among the world’s top 20 for two consecutive years.
Social Good Banking: Focusing on financial inclusion, we serve 40M+ customers, with 16M lifestyle improvement loans,15M loans to 4.3M women entrepreneurs, 6.5M vehicle loans, 1M each for sanitation & livelihood, 300K SME, and 100K home loans.
ESG Goals: We hold high ESG scores, demonstrating our commitment to financial inclusion & social responsibility.
Creating a new-age, ethical and world-class institution for India is a privilege for its employees.
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