Manager, India - job 2 of 2

Overview

Your Future. Secured. ISC2 is a force for good. As the world’s leading nonprofit member organization for cybersecurity professionals, our core values — Integrity, Advocacy, Commitment, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Excellence — drive everything we do in support of our vision of a safe and secure cyber world. Our globally recognized, award- winning portfolio of certifications provide an independent and globally recognized endorsement of cybersecurity knowledge, skills, and experience for all career levels. Our charitable arm, the Center for Cyber Safety and Education, enables ISC2 and our members to serve the public by educating the most vulnerable about cyber risks and empowering access to enter and thrive in the cyber profession. Learn more at ISC2 online and connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. When you join ISC2, you’ll demonstrate your commitment to an inclusive and equitable environment. Your support of the unique perspectives and experiences shared by our global cybersecurity workforce and profession will be recognized. We invite you to take an active role in helping us create a true sense of belonging across our organization — an environment of authenticity, trust, empowerment, and connectedness that empowers all our successes. 

Position Summary

Based in India, you will lead the execution of ISC2’s India strategy working with both internal and external stakeholders to grow ISC2 membership in country. In your capacity as India Manager, India, you will work with the APAC Managing Director, India task force and functional leads to ensure the achievement of our strategic objectives, engaging with key stakeholders from industry for the adoption of ISC2 products and services. You will be the first post in-country and as such, you should be agile and able to work with limited resources, with the confidence and ability to build out the market. 

Candidates will ideally reside in, or near to, Bangalore, Delhi or Mumbai. However candidates must have a strong understanding of administration in these areas, as these will be initial market focus.

Responsibilities

• Identify organisations that can influence the adoption of our credentials 
• Collaborate with the sales team in the execution of the sales strategy, this will include partnering with the channel sales team to scope and close large institutional deals 
• Partner with the marketing and communications teams to ensure appropriate localization of messaging and marketing channels 
• Work with member engagement team and the local chapters to enhance ISC2 engagement with the local cyber security community 
• Work closely with ISC2's Advocacy team to strengthen relationships in country and on occasions, be a representative for the Advocacy team at events or meetings if needed
• Co-ordinate with the India Task Force to build relationships with stakeholders from academia, government and industry to promote ISC2 mission and vision for a safe and secure cyber world 
• Monitor and provide quarterly performance reports 
• Support ISC2 presence at industry events 
• Demonstrates commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment 
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned   

Behavioral Competencies

• Ability to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates diversity; serve as a role model to promote DEI best practices 
• Team player with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple stakeholders in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment 
• Ability to manage stakeholders with little supervision 
• Strong understanding of how a business operates and have a proven track record demonstrating your understanding and business acumen 
• Sensitivity to cultural differences 

Qualifications

• Experience in the training and education sector or capacity building initiatives is a plus 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English  
• Additonal languages desirable, but not essential 
• Interest in the cybersecurity profession is a plus 

Physical and Mental Demands

• Work remotely from home full time
• Able to travel up to 30%
• Ability to manage and work across multiple time zones
• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods
• Regular use of office equipment in a remote environment such as a computer/laptop and monitor computer screens.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field required 
• At least 5 year’s business development/ sales experience of which a minimum of 3 years’ experience managing key accounts independently engaging with C Level and/ or government stakeholders in India 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic as protected by applicable law. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.