Corporate Security Operations Director Cognizant
Cognizant
Office Location
Full Time
Experience: 15 - 15 years required
Pay:
Salary Information not included
Type: Full Time
Location: Chennai
Skills: Knowledge Management, Resource Management, Leadership, Metrics analysis, Communication, Career development, Financial Excellence, Cyber Workforce Effectiveness, CostBenefit Analysis, Information Security Program Management, Qualification Standards, Funding Advocacy
About Cognizant
Cognizant is a multinational information technology services and consulting firm headquartered in the United States. Its headquarters are located in Teaneck, New Jersey, in the United States. Cognizant is listed on the NASDAQ-100 under the symbol CTSH.
Job Description
As the Director of Strategic Operations within the Corporate Security organization, you will report directly to the Senior Director of Legal and Corporate Administration Operations. Your primary responsibility will be to develop workforce plans, strategies, and guidance to support the 700+ associates in the organization. This includes addressing changes to policy, doctrine, force structure, and education and training requirements. Your key responsibilities will include ensuring financial excellence, implementing a Corporate Security service catalog, and managing workforce capacity and critical roles. You will be required to acquire and manage necessary resources to support security goals, establish qualification standards for all roles in Corporate Security, and review cyber workforce effectiveness. Additionally, you will consult with the senior leadership team on cost/benefit analysis of information security program resource elements, establish metrics to monitor workforce readiness, and make recommendations for realignment and restructuring of the organization based on capacity and skills. You will also establish communication channels with stakeholders and career paths for career progression within the industry standards. To qualify for this role, you must have a Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, management systems engineering, business administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred, along with at least 15 years of experience involving risk management, information security, and information technology. Overall, as the Director of Strategic Operations, you will play a crucial role in shaping the workforce strategies and guidance within the Corporate Security organization to ensure financial excellence and operational efficiency.,