CTO I&A Transformation Director & Capability Lead Access Lifecycle & Role Management

Location: Pune
Department: IT

As Transformation Director for Access Lifecycle & Role Management, you will modernize access lifecycle & role management capabilities through a cloud-native architecture. You will lead a global matrixed team, manage a complex vendor ecosystem, and deliver milestones aligned with the CSO modernization agenda.

Responsibilities:

• Define and maintain the Access Lifecycle and Role Management CTO capability strategy, target architecture, operating model, and investment roadmap
• Lead the end-to-end modernization of the related I&A processes and technology using AI for role mining
• Deliver transformation milestones aligned with security, compliance, and operational efficiency goals
• Lead global teams across engineering, operations, and transformation; ensure vendors meet internal standards and KPIs
• Oversee multi-vendor contracts, performance, compliance, and cost-effectiveness
• Represent I&A ALM & RM with CSO, work closely with CSO ISPS, wider TDI, business stakeholders, steering committees, auditors, and regulators
• Prepare clear briefings and decision materials for senior executives and regulators
• Travel: One or two trips per year to Frankfurt, subject to business needs

Requirements:

• Proven leadership of large-scale transformation programs
• Experience with the implementation of complex IT systems
• Deep knowledge of I&A processes and technologies, i.e. ForgeRock / SailPoint
• Experience managing distributed teams and vendors in matrix organizations
• Strong program management, stakeholder communication, and change leadership skills
• Experience in contract negotiation and vendor performance management
• Ability to present clearly to senior executives, auditors, and regulators
• Knowledge of financial-services regulatory and audit frameworks
• Experience working with global technology hubs

Benefits:

• Best in class leave policy
• Gender neutral parental leaves
• 100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral)
• Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
• Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
• Accident and Term life Insurance
• Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above