Regional Cyber & Information Security Leader - ME/KSA

Paytm; Dubai; On-site; AED 440,000 - 551,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services platform is seeking a Head Information & Cyber Security Officer for their Dubai operations. This strategic role requires extensive security leadership experience, with a strong focus on compliance in fintech. The ideal candidate will drive security initiatives and engage with regulators while mentoring a high-performing security team. Join to be at the forefront of digital payments in the Middle East while working with one of India's most innovative companies.

Benefits

Opportunity to lead in a growing market

Engagement with industry regulators and partners

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 15 to 20 years of progressive security leadership experience.
• 5 years leading security for fintech/payments or digital banks.
• Strong command of PCI DSS, ISO 27001, NIST CSF.

Responsibilities

• Own the Information Security Management System (ISMS).
• Build and lead 24×7 detection & response capabilities.
• Implement data classification, DLP, encryption.

Skills

Security leadership

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Incident response and management

Cloud security expertise

Third-party risk management

Data protection and privacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Advanced degree

Job description

A leading financial services platform is seeking a Head Information & Cyber Security Officer for their Dubai operations. This strategic role requires extensive security leadership experience, with a strong focus on compliance in fintech. The ideal candidate will drive security initiatives and engage with regulators while mentoring a high-performing security team. Join to be at the forefront of digital payments in the Middle East while working with one of India's most innovative companies.