Role Overview:
As the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL), you will be responsible for defining and executing TEPLs enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy. Your role will involve ensuring the protection of IT, OT, and AI-driven systems in a highly sensitive semiconductor manufacturing environment and electronics manufacturing. You are expected to be a visionary leader with expertise in manufacturing/OT cybersecurity, IT security, AI cybersecurity, governance, and safety against AI-driven malware, in line with global standards and customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with TEPLs business objectives and regulatory requirements.• Establish a governance framework for AI safety, AI risk management, and ethical AI usage.• Advise the executive leadership team on cyber risk posture and emerging threats.• Oversee security for IT and OT environments, including semiconductor fabrication systems, ICS, and SCADA networks.• Implement zero-trust architecture and advanced threat detection for manufacturing systems.• Ensure supply chain security for critical semiconductor components.• Lead initiatives to identify, assess, and mitigate AI-related risks, including AI-driven malware and adversarial attacks.• Define AI governance policies to ensure compliance with global standards and ethical guidelines.• Collaborate with R&D teams to embed AI safety principles into product development.• Able to assess and manage risks due to LLMs, cloud deployments, and overall AI solutions.• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, IEC62443, ISO42001 AIMS, NIST, GDPR, and Indian cybersecurity regulations.• Conduct regular risk assessments, penetration testing, and incident response drills.• Manage relationships with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external security partners.• Build and lead a world-class cybersecurity team, fostering a culture of security awareness across the organization.• Drive training programs for employees on cybersecurity best practices and AI safety.Qualifications & Experience:
• Education: Bachelors/Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. Advanced certifications such as IEC 62443, AIMS ISO 42001, CISSP, CISM, CISA, or GIAC preferred.• Experience: 20+ years in cybersecurity leadership roles, with at least 5 years as CISO or equivalent in a manufacturing or semiconductor environment. Proven expertise in IT, OT, and AI security, ICS/SCADA protection, and industrial cybersecurity frameworks. Knowledge of Indias Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act. Hands-on experience in AI risk governance, AI safety, and mitigating AI-driven cyber threats. Strong knowledge of cloud security, zero-trust architecture, and advanced threat intelligence. Multi-year experience with IT and OT infrastructure in a manufacturing setting. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Additional Details:
TEPL, a greenfield venture of the Tata Group, is committed to leadership with trust, creating long-term stakeholder value, and improving the quality of life for the communities served globally. By joining TEPL, you will be part of Indias first AI-enabled semiconductor foundry, as well as OSAT and EMS manufacturing, working on cutting-edge technologies that shape the future of electronics and AI within the Tata Group, a global leader with a legacy of trust and innovation. Role Overview:
As the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL), you will be responsible for defining and executing TEPLs enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy. Your role will involve ensuring the protection of IT, OT, and AI-driven systems in a highly sensitive semiconductor manufacturing environment and electronics manufacturing. You are expected to be a visionary leader with expertise in manufacturing/OT cybersecurity, IT security, AI cybersecurity, governance, and safety against AI-driven malware, in line with global standards and customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with TEPLs business objectives and regulatory requirements.• Establish a governance framework for AI safety, AI risk management, and ethical AI usage.• Advise the executive leadership team on cyber risk posture and emerging threats.• Oversee security for IT and OT environments, including semiconductor fabrication systems, ICS, and SCADA networks.• Implement zero-trust architecture and advanced threat detection for manufacturing systems.• Ensure supply chain security for critical semiconductor components.• Lead initiatives to identify, assess, and mitigate AI-related risks, including AI-driven malware and adversarial attacks.• Define AI governance policies to ensure compliance with global standards and ethical guidelines.• Collaborate with R&D teams to embed AI safety principl
