Chief Information Security Officer

Myfatoorah; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MyFatoorah in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Chief Information Security Officer to lead our cybersecurity function and align it with business goals. The CISO will drive governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance, ensure adherence to SAMA CSF, and lead strategic security initiatives across fintech operations.

This executive role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and a proven track record in regulated financial services, with a focus on building robust

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Cybersecurity / Information Security including leadership
• Strong knowledge of governance, risk management and regulatory compliance
• Solid understanding of SAMA Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and regulatory requirements
• Experience implementing cybersecurity strategies, policies, frameworks and controls
• Experience managing cybersecurity risks, incidents, assessments and regulatory/audit requirements
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills
• Experience in Fintech, Payments, Banking, or Financial Services is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the cybersecurity function
• Strengthen cybersecurity governance and regulatory compliance posture
• Develop and implement cybersecurity strategies, policies and controls
• Oversee risk assessments, incidents and audit activities
• Engage senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional security initiatives

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Governance & risk management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Communication

Fintech/financial services domain

Job description

MyFatoorah is looking for an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead our cybersecurity function in Saudi Arabia.

The CISO will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of cybersecurity, strengthening cybersecurity governance, and ensuring compliance with applicable SAMA cybersecurity requirements and industry standards.

Key Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in Cybersecurity / Information Security, including leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance
• Solid understanding of SAMA Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and applicable regulatory requirements
• Experience in developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies, policies, frameworks, and controls
• Experience managing cybersecurity risks, incidents, assessments, and regulatory/audit requirements
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills
• Experience in Fintech, Payments, Banking, or Financial Services is highly preferred
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent are preferred

If you have the experience and leadership capabilities to drive a strong cybersecurity function within a regulated fintech environment, we would be happy to hear from you.