Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company’s information security and compliance programs
Maintain and manage the company’s annual SOC 2 Type II audit lifecycle; prepare for potential future audits such as ISO 27001
Define and maintain information security policies, standards, and practices across the organization
Act as the security and compliance subject matter expert in pre-sales and customer discussions, helping to build trust and influence client decisions
Partner closely with product, engineering, support, and sales teams to integrate secure development and operational practices
Identify security risks, drive remediation efforts, and maintain a comprehensive risk management program
Evaluate, implement, and manage security tools and processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance requirements
Report on security posture, metrics, and audit readiness to executive leadership and customers
Coordinate and influence engineers and other staff across business units to achieve compliance and security objectives, despite not having direct reporting lines
Requirements
Your profile:
7+ years of experience in information security, with a strong focus on compliance and risk management in the technology or fintech sectors
Proven experience leading security programs and compliance efforts (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, etc.)
Strong technical understanding of modern software development practices, DevOps, cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure), and SaaS operations
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex security topics to non-technical stakeholders and influence sales outcomes;
Experience engaging with external auditors, regulators, and enterprise customers
Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment
Adept at building cross-functional relationships and leading through influence
Familiarity with security tools such as identity and access management, vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection, and secure SDLC processes