Information Security Officer
Information Security Officer
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Job Description
Their clients include leading enterprises and globally recognised brands. With scale and security at the heart of their mission theyre shaping how the world does business on the continent.
As the Information Security Officer you will lead the companys information security function as it grows its enterprise and global client base. Youll design and implement fitforpurpose security strategies that support compliance protect data and enable innovation in a fastpaced environment.
Reporting to the VP of Engineering this crossfunctional role supports engineering compliance operations and leadership teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and maintain the information security roadmap and risk register
- Implement security policies across infrastructure applications and endpoints
- Support teams in embedding securitybydesign into the SDLC
- Lead compliance audits and assessments (e.g. PCIDSS ISO 27001 SOC 2)
- Coordinate vulnerability assessments penetration testing and risk modelling
- Develop and maintain incident response procedures
- Promote security awareness across the organisation
- Manage internal IT security needs (cloud MDM Google Workspace password policies)
- Support client security reviews and enterprise procurement processes
- Stay informed on relevant threats and regulatory changes
Challenges Youll Tackle
- Scaling security in a startup environment without slowing delivery
- Aligning security across teams and technologies
- Meeting evolving regulatory and enterprise standards across jurisdictions
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 4 years of experience in information security preferably in fintech
- Proven experience managing PCIDSS compliance
- Strong understanding of governance risk and compliance (GRC)
- Familiarity with ISO 27001 and SOC 2 implementation
- Cloud infrastructure experience (preferably AWS)
- Skilled in secure coding and data protection principles
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Handson pragmatic mindset with an interest in building secure systems from the ground up
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Contract
