CISO — Remote-First Financial Security Leader

Affirm; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 267,000 - 327,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% subsidized medical coverage

generous stipends for technology and lifestyle expenses

employee stock purchase plan

competitive vacation and holiday schedules

Job summary

Affirm is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Charlotte, NC. This key role involves establishing and leading the Bank’s information security programs to meet regulatory expectations, while collaborating across teams to integrate security in operations.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years in information security, directing programs compliant with FDIC standards. Offering a flexible, remote-first approach and robust competitive compensation, this position embodies Affirm's values of transparency and trust.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of information security experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience designing and implementing information security programs compliant with FDIC standards.
• Familiarity with third-party risk frameworks and financial services cybersecurity expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of information security governance, technical controls, and risk oversight.
• Establish a threat monitoring and detection capability to identify and respond to risks.
• Oversee incident response and maintain relationships with threat information groups.

Skills

Information Security Management

Risk Management

Incident Response

Leadership

Communication

Education

10+ years in information security

Job description

Affirm is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in Charlotte, NC. This key role involves establishing and leading the Bank’s information security programs to meet regulatory expectations, while collaborating across teams to integrate security in operations.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years in information security, directing programs compliant with FDIC standards. Offering a flexible, remote-first approach and robust competitive compensation, this position embodies Affirm's values of transparency and trust.