Information Security Manager

Félix; Argentina; Híbrido; ARS 15.000.000 - 20.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading financial technology firm in Argentina is seeking an experienced Information Security Manager to lead their security program. The role involves risk assessments, vulnerability management, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance security measures. The ideal candidate has robust experience in cloud environments, a thorough understanding of compliance frameworks, and strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a remote work environment with hybrid options.

Servicios

Competitive salary

Initial stock options grant

Annual performance bonus

Health, dental, and vision plans

Remote work environment

Unlimited PTO

Paid parental leave

Formación

• Proven experience managing information security programs in cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks such as SOC 2 and PCI-DSS.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct a comprehensive review of the current security posture.
• Perform risk assessments and gap analyses.
• Develop and execute a prioritized security roadmap.
• Lead vulnerability management and incident response activities.

Conocimientos

Information security program management

Compliance frameworks knowledge

Vulnerability management

Risk assessment

Security architecture

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication skills

Herramientas

GCP

DefectDojo

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About Us

At Félix, we are redefining remittances with an AI‑powered, WhatsApp‑based chatbot that lets users send money home as easily as sending a text. Leveraging AI, blockchain, and stablecoins, we deliver faster, more affordable, and more accessible cross‑border payments. As a hyper‑growth Series B company backed by over $100 million from top‑tier investors—including QED, Castle Island, Switch Ventures, HTwenty, Monashees, and General Catalyst Customer Value Fund—we are building a legacy that serves a community that has been underserved for too long. Our team operates with radical transparency, constructive feedback, and a bias for action that gets shit done with urgency and focus.

The Role

As an Information Security Manager, you will be a key member of our SecOps organization, working directly with Damian Finol, our Head of EngOps, to define and lead the strategic direction of Félix Pago’s security program. You’ll design and implement security initiatives that protect our infrastructure, data, and users, balancing risk management with enabling business agility.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct a comprehensive review of Félix Pago’s current security posture, identifying stakeholders, dependencies, and areas for improvement.
• Perform risk assessments and gap analyses to evaluate existing controls and prioritize areas for remediation.
• Develop and execute a prioritized security roadmap aligned with company objectives and compliance requirements.
• Review, update, and enhance security policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with frameworks such as SOC 2, PCI‑DSS, ISO 27001, and NIST.
• Define measurable metrics and reporting mechanisms to monitor and communicate security maturity and effectiveness.
• Lead vulnerability management, threat analysis, and incident response activities to ensure continuous improvement of the security program.
• Partner with Damian Finol and other engineering leaders to integrate security‑by‑design principles into infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and product development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing or building information security programs in cloud‑native environments (preferably GCP).
• Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, PCI‑DSS, ISO 27001, and NIST.
• Demonstrated experience with vulnerability management, risk assessment, and security architecture.
• Familiarity with security design for modern SaaS or FinTech environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex technical issues into clear business context.
• Leadership experience guiding and mentoring security or technical teams.
• Equivalency in any of the above competencies will also be considered.

Nice to Haves

• Experience with DefectDojo or similar vulnerability management tools.
• Hands‑on experience with audit or certification processes.
• Background in FinTech, startups, or other regulated industries.
• Experience designing GCP security architectures or working with cloud‑native security tools.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and secure CI/CD integration.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Initial stock options grant
• Annual performance bonus
• Health, dental, and vision plans
• Remote work environment, with hybrid options in Miami and México City
• Continuous learning opportunities
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Empowering opportunities for growth in a dynamic entrepreneurial environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Félix, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, and termination.