Remote CISO - Information Security & Risk Leadership

Affirm; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 267,000 - 327,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% subsidized medical coverage

Flexible Spending Wallets for Technology and Lifestyle expenses

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

A financial technology company is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer to lead their information security and cybersecurity programs. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in information security within financial institutions, with a proven track record in governance and risk management. Responsibilities include developing comprehensive security frameworks and managing incident responses. This position offers competitive compensation, remote work flexibility, and a robust benefits package including comprehensive health care and equity rewards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of information security and technology risk management experience in financial institutions.
• Strong familiarity with third-party risk frameworks and financial services expectations.
• Proven ability to communicate complex topics to executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of information security governance and programs.
• Establish a threat monitoring capability to manage cybersecurity risks.
• Ensure compliance with privacy and data protection requirements.

Skills

Information Security Governance

Cybersecurity Management

Risk Management

Incident Response

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Education

10+ years of information security experience

Job description

A financial technology company is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer to lead their information security and cybersecurity programs. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in information security within financial institutions, with a proven track record in governance and risk management. Responsibilities include developing comprehensive security frameworks and managing incident responses. This position offers competitive compensation, remote work flexibility, and a robust benefits package including comprehensive health care and equity rewards.