Deputy Chief Technology Officer (Dy CTO) on Contractual Basis

- SIDBI is a Principal Financial Institution under the Ministry of MSME, Government of India, established on April 2, 1990, dedicated to promoting, financing, and developing the MSME sector.
- The role is a contractual, full-time position based in Mumbai with an initial contract term of 3 years, extendable by up to 2 years at the Bank's discretion.
- The Dy CTO will report directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and collaborate with business, technology, information security, risk, compliance, and operations teams to deliver secure, resilient, and scalable technology solutions.
- Responsibilities include defining and executing the Bank's Technology Roadmap, driving enterprise-wide technology architecture modernization, and ensuring optimal utilization of IT infrastructure across data centers, cloud environments, and disaster recovery centers.
- Key focus areas include enterprise networking infrastructure (WAN, LAN, SD-WAN, wireless networks), cybersecurity architecture aligned with Zero Trust principles, and implementation of advanced security controls such as Next Generation Firewalls, Identity & Access Management, and Cloud Security Posture Management.
- The role involves leading vulnerability management, penetration testing, security monitoring, cyber incident response, and ensuring compliance with RBI guidelines, CERT-In directions, and DPDP Act 2023.
- The position requires strategic leadership in cloud security for public, private, and hybrid cloud environments, along with technology governance, IT risk management, and vendor risk assessment.
- The Bank aims to build in-house technology and cybersecurity capabilities to reduce dependence on external vendors and optimize technology investments for maximum ROI.

- Age limit: Maximum 52 years as on July 31, 2026.
- Educational qualification: Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a Premium Institute. An MBA is an added advantage.
- Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience in Information Technology.
- Minimum 12 years of experience in a regulated financial sector organization (Banks, Financial Institutions, NBFCs, Insurance Companies) or large technology organizations serving the BFSI sector.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in managing enterprise infrastructure, networking, and cybersecurity functions.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in Data Centre, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Infrastructure, and Enterprise Network Management.
- Minimum 5 years of experience at senior management level leading large-scale IT Infrastructure, Network Transformation, and Cybersecurity programs.
- Experience in implementation of large transformational technology initiatives, modernization programs, and Zero Trust Architecture.
- Experience in leading Security Operations Centers (SOC), Cyber Incident Response, and Security Monitoring functions.
- Experience in cloud adoption and security for Public, Private, and Hybrid Cloud environments.
- Experience in technology governance, IT risk management, regulatory compliance, and audit management.
- Experience in vendor management, managed services governance, contract management, and technology procurement.
- Experience in Agile methodologies, DevSecOps practices, and digital transformation initiatives.

- Selection will be based on shortlisting and a personal interview conducted online.
- The Bank will conduct a preliminary screening of applications to prepare a shortlist of eligible candidates for the interview.
- Merit list will be prepared in descending order based on interview scores. In case of ties, candidates will be ranked by age in descending order.
- SIDBI reserves the right to draw waitlists of candidates for future requirements.
- The decision of the Bank regarding eligibility, shortlisting, interview conduct, and selection is final and binding.

All (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, PwBD as per Government of India guidelines)

- Duly filled application form in English or Hindi, available on the Bank’s website, with a recent passport-size photograph and full signature across the form with date.
- Self-attested copies of relevant certificates/documents supporting proof of identity, address, age, educational qualifications, and work experience.
- Experience certificates must explicitly state the candidate’s experience in the relevant field as required.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer for candidates serving in Government/Quasi-Government offices, Public Sector Undertakings, or Nationalized Banks.
- Candidates must be citizens of India.

- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.