Job Summary
This Product Owner role invites you to contribute to Standard Chartered's mission by supporting secure and innovative digital banking services across our diverse footprint, including India and Malaysia. You will be joining a forward-thinking Information & Cyber Security (ICS) team within the Transformation, Technology & Operations (TTO) area that is dedicated to safeguarding enterprise-wide cybersecurity initiatives from identity and access management to application and infrastructure security.
As a central member of the ICS Portfolio team, you will have the opportunity to develop and shape the future of passwords and secrets management capabilities, contributing to a security culture that prefers smart risk management over risk avoidance. Operating in a globally distributed environment which seamlessly integrates office and remote work locations, you will collaborate across functions and geographies to build innovative digital solutions that enhance user experience, security posture, and operational efficiency.
Harnessing agile methodologies, your role will be critical in accelerating transformation initiatives and embedding continuous improvement practices across Standard Chartered, thereby directly influencing how customers globally engage with banking services securely and conveniently.
Key Responsibilities
In your role as the Product Owner for Authentication & Secrets Security Hive, you will take full ownership of the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for enterprise secrets management platforms, ensuring cutting-edge security practices are implemented across the bank's critical digital assets. You will oversee lifecycle management of application and infrastructure secrets, API keys, certificates, and access credentials spanning hybrid cloud and on-premise environments, aligning all solutions with enterprise-wide authentication, compliance, and regulatory standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and evolving next-generation authentication methods, including passwordless authentication journeys and unified secrets security frameworks.
- Driving collaboration and partnership with engineering, architecture, compliance, and business teams to deliver high-quality, compliant, and user-centric solutions.
- Managing the product backlog, prioritising features and enhancements that balance business value with security mandates.
- Ensuring key performance indicators and objectives are met through strong delivery health management and continuous assessment of risks and compliance controls.
- Championing innovation within secrets management especially in the context of rising AI and digital assets requiring secure management of non-human identities.
Chennai, India or Malaysia office-based, full-time position offering engaging opportunities to work within a global team.
This position reports directly to the Head of Authentication & Secrets Security Hive, and is an individual contributor role without people management responsibilities.
Employment is offered as a full-time, office-based role, providing exposure to cutting-edge security technologies and methodologies in a dynamic, global banking environment.
You will champion the integration of agile product delivery principles into everyday practices, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and innovation mindful of risk. Your capacity to clearly articulate complex technical concepts, manage competing priorities with flexibility, identify security risks promptly, and facilitate effective risk mitigation will be essential for success in this position.
Collaborating across diverse domains such as cybersecurity, architecture, engineering, compliance, and business functions, you will help develop solutions that safeguard our clients' and the bank’s critical infrastructure while providing seamless, future-ready digital experiences.
Skills and Experience
- They demonstrate proficiency in Agile project delivery methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid frameworks, with a proven record of strategic program or portfolio leadership.
- They have a thorough understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) technologies such as HashiCorp Vault, Azure Key Vault, CyberArk, Entra ID, OpenAM, and related authentication protocols.
- They hold practical experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps integration, and API-based authentication systems supporting both modern cloud and on-premise infrastructures.
- They exhibit strong stakeholder engagement capabilities, consistently aligning product development with business goals and regulatory requirements.
- They effectively manage complex delivery lifecycles, ensuring product increments achieve objectives within established timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- They possess exceptional communication and leadership skills that foster collaboration across cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
- They demonstrate strong commercial insight and an analytical approach focused on identifying and mitigating risks within cybersecurity environments.
- They have comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity standards, policies, metrics, control frameworks, and regulatory compliance relevant to IAM domains.
- They are proficient in MS Office, SharePoint, Confluence, and other collaboration tools that support agile backlog and workflow management.
Qualifications
A comprehensive understanding of IAM principles, including authentication, authorization, access control models, and identity lifecycle management, is essential.
Possession of a Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) qualification is highly advantageous.
Professional cybersecurity certifications such as Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or GIAC certifications are valued to demonstrate expertise in security governance and risk management.
Experience with collaboration and workflow tools like Atlassian Confluence, Azure DevOps (ADO), or their equivalents is expected to effectively manage product backlogs and delivery processes.
Experience in banking or large-scale enterprise IAM modernization projects is highly regarded, reflecting familiarity with regulatory and operational frameworks.
Exceptional organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and a proven ability to juggle multiple priorities in complex settings are required.
About Standard Chartered
Standard Chartered is a leading international bank with over 170 years of heritage, recognised for its commitment to driving commerce and prosperity across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Our purpose is grounded in creating lasting positive impacts for clients, communities, and each team member while fostering an inclusive culture that values the unique contributions of every individual.
We pride ourselves on our agility to act and scale to deliver impact, constantly challenging the status quo and embracing opportunities to innovate and improve. Our brand promise, to be here for good, embeds our dedication to ethical values and responsible business conduct.
At Standard Chartered, you will be part of a vibrant, diverse team that supports professional growth, values collaboration, and encourages difference. Together, we act with integrity, embrace continuous learning, and build strong relationships internally and externally to sustain long-term success and prosperity.
What we offer
Aligning with our Fair Pay Charter, Standard Chartered provides a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package designed to support your holistic wellbeing and career progression.
- Competitive salary and range of benefits including retirement savings schemes, comprehensive medical and life insurance coverage, and access to flexible voluntary benefits tailored to local markets.
- Generous leave entitlements covering annual leave, parental and maternity leave (up to 20 weeks), sabbaticals (up to 12 months), and volunteering leave to support work-life integration and community engagement.
- Flexible working arrangements that balance office presence with remote work based on your role and location, supporting productivity and wellbeing.
- Proactive wellbeing initiatives including access to Unmind, a leading digital mental health platform, resilience-building courses, global Employee Assistance Programs, and support from trained mental health first-aiders.
- Commitment to continuous learning through diverse development opportunities, reskilling and upskilling programs, and access to a wide variety of learning platforms to accelerate your professional growth.
- An inclusive and values-driven culture that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and fosters an environment where you can bring your authentic self and fulfil your potential.
