Cybersecurity Leader - India Hub Job in Schneider Electric

Cybersecurity Portfolio Manager
Location: Bengaluru, India

About Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric is a global leader in energy management and automation, driving digital transformation for efficiency and sustainability. With a presence in over 100 countries and revenues of ~ 25 billion (FY2016), our 144,000+ employees help customers optimize their energy and processes in safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable ways. From simple switches to advanced automation systems, our technologies reshape industries, transform cities, and enrich lives.
At Schneider Electric, we believe that Life Is On.

Cybersecurity at Schneider Electric
Cybersecurity is a core pillar of Schneider Electric s digital strategy, ensuring secure IT/OT convergence and enabling our partners and customers to thrive in today s digital economy. Our cybersecurity efforts focus on:
Strong digital governance and risk management
Robust risk prevention, detection, and response strategies
Protection of high-value assets
Comprehensive security metrics and compliance

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Portfolio Manager to lead our product security initiatives within the Energy Management (EM) Central CTO Office. This role is crucial in driving transversal security strategies, aligning regulatory, technical, and business teams, and ensuring our products meet the highest security and data protection standards.
You will report to the VP of Cybersecurity Innovation and Architecture and collaborate closely with product security architects, security advisors, and key stakeholders across the organization.

Key Responsibilities
Product Security Management: Oversee security aspects of product development and implementation, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC): Ensure adherence to security frameworks, policies, and compliance requirements.
Project Management: Lead security initiatives, managing resources, timelines, and budgets effectively.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a bridge between technical teams, regulatory bodies, and business units to align security objectives.
Documentation & Reporting: Maintain security process documentation, dashboards, and reports to track security performance and compliance.

Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
4 6 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on product security.
Strong knowledge of security principles (IT and OT), GRC, and data protection.
Experience in project management and leading cross-functional teams.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex security concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
Structured, detail-oriented, and highly organized.
Ability to advocate for security best practices across the organization.
Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001, NIST).
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA (preferred).

Leadership & Soft Skills
Strong presentation and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to organize and facilitate meetings and workshops.
Adaptability to shifting priorities, deadlines, and challenges.
Experience working in global, matrixed organizations.
Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks under pressure.

Join us in shaping a secure digital future at Schneider Electric!