Overview

Head of Cybersecurity and Blockchain

Responsibilities

• Software Security
• IoT & Telematics Security
• Product & Embedded Security
• OT / Factory 4.0 Security
• Cloud & Infrastructure Security
• Enterprise Security
• Data Privacy & Governance
• Application Security
• Define, implement, and continuously evolve the enterprise cybersecurity strategy and roadmap.
• Build and lead a high-performing cybersecurity team and external security partnerships.
• Establish security governance, policies, standards, and reporting mechanisms.
• Drive a security-first culture across engineering, product, and business functions.
• Partner closely with executive leadership to align cybersecurity strategy with business growth
• Secure connected 2-wheeler platforms, telematics systems, mobile applications, APIs,
• Lead threat modeling, secure architecture reviews, vulnerability assessments, and penetration
• Implement secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) practices across engineering
• Oversee firmware security, secure boot, OTA update security, API security, and device
• Evaluate and secure emerging technology integrations, including blockchain-enabled platforms, digital identity systems, connected mobility ecosystems, and secure transaction frameworks where applicable.
• Lead the security architecture and governance of cloud environments, including IAM, VPC security, encryption, monitoring, logging, and key management.
• Implement DevSecOps practices and secure CI/CD pipelines.
• Enhance cloud detection and response capabilities, including SIEM, EDR/XDR, and security
• Oversee security posture management across cloud-native environments and SaaS
• Design and enforce cybersecurity controls for smart manufacturing systems, industrial IoT (IIoT), and operational technology (OT) environments.
• Secure manufacturing networks, robotics, production systems, and connected factory assets.
• Ensure alignment with industrial cybersecurity standards and operational resilience best practices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable global and regional privacy regulations, including GDPR and DPDP.
• Define and implement enterprise data governance, classification, retention, and protection policies.
• Support compliance initiatives aligned with ISO 27001, ISO 21434, IEC 62443, and NIST frameworks.
• Establish and lead incident response, cyber crisis management, and forensic investigation processes.
• Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments, third-party security reviews, and security audits.

Qualifications

• Industry: Electric Vehicles (EV), IoT, Automotive, Telematics
• Employment Type: Full-time
• We are a fast-growing 2-wheeler EV startup transforming urban mobility through smart
• connectivity, cutting-edge technology, and sustainable innovation. As we scale our products
• and operations, cybersecurity remains central to protecting our riders, platforms, manufacturing
• environments, and data ecosystems.
• 15+ years of cybersecurity experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong experience working in high-growth startups, technology-driven organizations, or rapidly scaling environments.
• Proven ability to build and mature cybersecurity capabilities in organizations undergoing rapid
• Exposure to blockchain-enabled mobility ecosystems, secure digital identity frameworks, or distributed ledger technologies within IoT and connected platforms.
• IoT and telematics security
• Cloud security
• Product and embedded systems security
• Factory 4.0 / OT security
• DevSecOps and application security
• Data privacy and compliance frameworks
• Enterprise and infrastructure security
• CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• CISM – Certified Information Security Manager
• CISA – Certified Information Systems Auditor
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty
• CEH, OSCP, or equivalent offensive security certifications
• Automotive, mobility, EV, or connected device ecosystems
• Familiarity with ISO 21434, ISO 27001, IEC 62443, and NIST frameworks

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape the cybersecurity posture of a next-generation EV company
• Work alongside passionate innovators in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
• High ownership and opportunity to build security capabilities from the ground up
• Competitive compensation and equity participation
• Flexible work culture with continuous learning and growth opportunities