Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. Synopsis of the role: Our team in India is seeking an experienced cybersecurity expert to lead the Information Security initiatives, serving as the official RBI-designated authority. Reporting directly to the Regional CISO with reporting access to the Board and Managing Director of India ECIS, you will manage compliance filings alongside regulatory reviews. Operating without direct reports or sales quotas, this position delivers targeted executive governance and regulatory exposure for a seasoned specialist. What you’ll do Serve as the RBI-designated Head of Information Security (CISO Designate) for India ECIS, acting as the single point of accountability in regulatory examinations and audits. Meet all regulatory reporting obligations under the RBI's information security framework, including incident notification within mandated timeframes. Coordinate with the matrixed India security team, reporting to the International CISO for Europe, India and the Emerging Markets, on control execution. Lead the entity's response to security incidents, ensuring timely escalation, remediation, and regulator communication. Liaise with internal and external auditors, examiners, and assessors on information security posture and evidence. What experience you need Willing to work from our Mumbai office, at least 4 days a week. Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical or security field; a recognized security certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM) preferred. 15+ years of progressive information security experience, including prior experience in a security leadership or management role. Experience in a regulated industry or organisation, ideally as a designated or accountable security officer before a financial services regulator (RBI, SEBI, or equivalent). Tracking record of managing security incidents through to regulatory closure. Experience presenting to boards, audit committees, or senior leadership. Familiarity with India's data protection and financial-sector regulatory landscape (RBI circulars, CIC-specific rules). Experience working in an international or national matrixed team, influencing people not in your direct reporting line. What could set you apart Experience as a designated lead for a regulator, ideally as a InfoSec Lead for a Credit Information Company or NBFC. Experience using DAKSH or similar RBI incident-reporting portals. Exposure to global or regional security frameworks in a multinational matrix structure. Familiarity with Credit Reference Agencies or a comparable global credit bureau's security operating model. Board-level communication skills, including experience drafting board papers on security posture. Existing relationships with RBI examination teams or Indian financial regulators. Experience partnering closely with a InfoSec Leaders or global security function in a shared-services model. #India We offer a hybrid work setting, comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, attractive paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks. Are you ready to power your possible? Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference! Primary Location: IND-Mumbai-Equifax Credit Information Services Function: Function - Security Governance and Compliance Schedule: Full time At Equifax, we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping employers, employees, financial institutions and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence. We work to help create seamless and positive experiences during life’s pivotal moments: applying for jobs or a mortgage, financing an education or buying a car. Our impact is real and to accomplish our goals we focus on nurturing our people for career advancement and their learning and development, supporting our next generation of leaders, maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment, and regularly engaging and recognizing our employees. Regardless of location or role, the individual and collective work of our employees makes a difference and we are looking for talented team players to join us as we help people live their financial best. Equifax is an Equal Opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, service in the Armed Forces, protected veteran status, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship status or any other status protected by law. For US Applicants If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please view our EEO is the Law Declarations, and Nondiscrimination Provision. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or applicant for employment, please contact us by sending an email to [email protected]. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting and a description of the position for which you are applying. Equifax participates in E-Verify and Right to Work (English and Spanish).

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