Chief Information Security Officer

Company OverviewOur client is a long-established, globally regulated financial services group with operations across the UAE, Europe, Asia, and beyond. The organization operates across multi-asset brokerage (FX, CFDs, commodities, and equities), payments, and digital asset platforms, serving a large international client base within highly regulated environments.As the group continues to scale its technology, trading infrastructure, and digital asset offerings, cybersecurity and information security governance have become a critical priority at the executive level.Role OverviewThe Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will lead the group’s global cybersecurity strategy, ensuring the protection of trading platforms, payment infrastructure, client data, and digital assets across multiple jurisdictions. This is a highly strategic and hands-on leadership role, requiring deep experience in financial services, brokerage, or crypto environments, with the ability to operate in real-time, high-risk, and regulated ecosystems.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute the group-wide information security and cybersecurity strategy aligned with business growth and regulatory requirementsEstablish and oversee security governance frameworks, policies, and controls across all entities and jurisdictionsLead threat detection, incident response, and cyber risk management, particularly across trading systems and digital platformsEnsure security of trading infrastructure, including low-latency systems, APIs, and client-facing platformsOversee cloud security, network security, and application security across distributed environmentsCollaborate closely with Technology, Product, Compliance, Risk, and Operations teams to embed security into all systems and processesManage security operations (SOC), penetration testing, vulnerability management, and red teaming activitiesEnsure compliance with global regulatory frameworks (e.g., DFSA, FCA, ASIC, MiCA, GDPR) and cybersecurity standards (ISO 27001, NIST, etc.)Lead third-party/vendor risk assessments, particularly for liquidity providers, PSPs, and technology partnersProvide regular executive-level reporting to senior leadership and the board on cybersecurity posture, risks, and incidentsBuild and lead a high-performing global security teamRequirementsProven experience as a CISO, Head of Information Security, or equivalent leadership roleStrong background within financial services, brokerage (FX/CFDs), fintech, payments, or digital assets/cryptoDeep understanding of trading platforms, financial systems, and real-time infrastructure risksExperience operating in multi-jurisdictional, regulated environmentsStrong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, etc.)Hands-on experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern security architecturesDemonstrated experience managing security incidents, breaches, and crisis responseAbility to operate at both strategic and technical levelsStrong stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging C-level executives and regulatorsRelevant certifications preferred (CISSP, CISM, CISA, or similar)