Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited (SMFCL), a Mini Ratna Category-I CPSE under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and an RBI-registered NBFC based in New Delhi, has notified recruitment for the post of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). There is one vacancy, filled on a contractual basis for two years, extendable on performance. The officer will oversee statutory and regulatory compliance on information and cyber security, manage the Security Operations Centre, and review cyber security preparedness before the Board.
SMFCL Chief Information Security Officer Recruitment 2026
Posted 13 Oct 2026Updated 13 Oct 2026Advt No.10/Consultant/2026
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20 Oct
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About SMFCL Chief Information Security Officer Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited, New Delhi
- Advertisement No.
- Advt No.10/Consultant/2026
- Post Name
- Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 63 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience, out of which minimum 12 years experience in Information Security
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 1,00,000 per month (negotiable based on qualifications and experience)
- Tenure
- 2 years, extendable based on performance and requirement
Vacancy Breakdown
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Full time Master's or Bachelor's Degree in engineering disciplines preferably Electronics & Telecommunications / Computer Science / Electronics & Electrical / Information Technology / Electronics & Communication or Master's in Computer Application (MCA). Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience out of which minimum 12 years experience in Information Security.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) | Full time Master's or Bachelor's Degree in engineering disciplines preferably Electronics & Telecommunications / Computer Science / Electronics & Electrical / Information Technology / Electronics & Communication or Master's in Computer Application (MCA). Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience out of which minimum 12 years experience in Information Security. |
Age Limit
Maximum 63 years as on 23.09.2026
Selection Process
Candidates are shortlisted after review of the applications received against the eligibility conditions.
Salary Structure
Rs. 1,00,000 per month (negotiable based on qualifications and experience)
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application format (Annexure 'A') from the official notification
- 2Fill in the application form with personal particulars, qualifications and experience details
- 3Attach a CV, proof of age, educational qualification certificates and mark sheets, experience certificates and details of last drawn pay including level, grade and/or CTC, all duly self-attested
- 4Affix a recent passport-sized colour photograph on the application
- 5Email the completed application with all enclosures to [email protected] on or before 20.10.2026 till 06:00 P.M.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Prescribed application format (Annexure 'A')
•Curriculum Vitae (CV)
•Proof of age
•Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
•Experience certificates
•Details of last drawn pay including level
•Grade and/or CTC (duly self-attested)
•Recent passport-sized colour photograph
Important Details
- The engagement is on a contract basis for 2 years, extendable based on performance and requirement.
- The cut-off date for reckoning age and experience is 23.09.2026.
Scope of Work
- Drive and ensure compliance with the extant regulatory instructions on information and cyber security
- Enforce the policies SMFCL uses to protect its information assets and coordinate information and cyber security issues within SMFCL and with relevant external agencies
- Manage and monitor the Security Operations Centre (SOC) and drive cyber security related projects
- Ensure effective functioning of the security solutions deployed in SMFCL
- Place a review of cyber security risks, arrangements and preparedness before the Board, RMCB or ITSC at least on a quarterly basis
- Carry out any other responsibility assigned by the management as per the requirement of SMFCL
Preferred Certifications
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO)
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CISO post permanent or on contract?
The engagement is on a contract basis for 2 years, extendable based on performance and requirement.
Are the CISSP, CEH, CISA, CISM or CCISO certifications mandatory?
No. These certifications are preferred; the essential requirement is a full time Master's or Bachelor's degree in the listed engineering disciplines or an MCA.
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