Associate Manager II - Information Security; Governance, Risk and Compliance

Position: Associate Manager II  - Information Security (Governance, Risk and Compliance)
Location: Bengaluru

About the Team
At Navi, the Info Sec team safeguards our digital ecosystem - ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical systems and data. We lead the charge on cyber risk management, regulatory compliance, and data protection, while championing a security-first culture across all teams.
Our mission:
Protect what powers Navi - securely, compliantly, and confidently.

About the Role
Navi is looking for an Associate Manager II – Information Security to pilot key aspects of its group-wide information security and regulatory compliance program. This role involves interpreting and implementing information security and technology risks mandates from regulators such as RBI, IRDAI, SEBI, and NPCI, ensuring continuous tech compliance across all business units. You will collaborate closely with engineering, infrastructure, legal, and IT teams to establish and maintain robust security policies, frameworks, and controls.

Additionally, the role includes conducting risk assessments, enabling audit readiness, managing third party/vendor security audits, and driving awareness initiatives across the organization, while also representing Navi in internal and external forums when needed.

What We Expect From You
Compliance & Risk Management
Interpret and implement regulations related to cybersecurity issued by  RBI, IRDAI, SEBI ,  NPCI.
Ensure  ongoing monitoring and tech compliance  with regulatory expectations.
Conduct and review  Technology Risk Assessments , and recommend mitigation strategies.
Maintain tech audit readiness with appropriate documentation and evidence.
Represent Navi in Board meetings and regulatory discussions, if needed.
Security Governance
Define, uplift and implement  information security policies, frameworks, standards, and controls .
Solution Architect mind set for  regulatory cybersecurity compliance .
Review security controls at data centers, the cloud environment, and ensure BCP/DR controls.
Review and conduct  Third Party Risk & Vendor Assessments  pre-onboarding and post onboarding .
Manage  cyber/information security incidents  and drive timely resolution.
Operations & Enablement
Run  security awareness programs  and train teams/employees on data security and privacy.
Identify, define and manage  Security KPIs , publish weekly/monthly dashboards.
Project manage  Information Security initiatives  with measurable outcomes.

Must Haves
Experience & Technical Skills
5+ years  of experience in  Information Security or tech Compliance  roles.
Prior experience in  Fintech/Startup  environments (preferred).
Familiarity with  regulatory compliance frameworks  like , RBI Master Directions, IRDA, SEBI, and NPCI guidelines.

Experience with frameworks such as  ISO
27001 ,  PCI DSS , SOC2 etc.
Working knowledge of  cloud environments  like AWS, Oracle Cloud, GCP.
Exposure to  Agile methodologies ,  Dev Ops , and  Cloud-native tech .

Soft Skills
Hands-on problem-solver for complex security issues.
Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to balance risk, impact, business priorities, and timelines.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or diploma  in Technology, or Engineering.
Relevant certifications like  ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer ,  CISA ,  CISM ,  CISSP , etc.

Inside Navi
We are shaping the future of financial services for a billion Indians through products that are simple, accessible, and affordable. From Personal & Home Loans to UPI, Insurance, Mutual Funds, and Gold — we’re building tech-first solutions that work at scale, with a strong customer first approach.

Founded by  Sachin Bansal & Ankit Agarwal  in 2018, we are one of India’s fastest-growing financial services organisations. But we’re just getting started!

Our Culture
The Navi DNA
Ambition. Perseverance. Self-awareness. Ownership. Integrity.
We’re looking for people who dream big when it comes to innovation. At Navi, you’ll be empowered with the right mechanisms to work in a dynamic team that builds and improves innovative solutions. If you’re driven to deliver real value to customers, no matter the challenge, this is the place for you.
We chase excellence by uplifting each other—and that starts with every one of us.

Why You'll Thrive at Navi
At Navi, it’s about how you think, build, and grow. You’ll thrive here if:
You’re impact-driven :  You take ownership, build boldly, and care about making a real difference.
You strive for excellence :  Good isn’t good enough. You bring focus, precision, and a passion for quality.
You embrace change :  You adapt quickly, move fast, and always put the customer first.