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Join a fast-growing fintech innovator as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), leading the entire cybersecurity function and shaping the long-term security roadmap for a modern financial platform.

You will design and execute a full security program covering cloud infrastructure, risk management, compliance, and incident response.

This role offers the opportunity to build security foundations from the ground up, influence executive decision-making, and guide the company's culture of security as it expands.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement the company's security strategy, governance framework, and long-term roadmap
Establish and manage security controls across cloud infrastructure and internal systems
Lead risk management, compliance efforts, and audit readiness for industry standards
Define and enforce policies for identity management, access control, and secure authentication
Build and oversee incident response, threat monitoring, and vulnerability management processes
Collaborate with executive leadership and engineering teams to ensure organization-wide security alignment
Promote security awareness and prepare to build a dedicated cybersecurity team as the company grows


Required Skills and Qualifications Experience:
10+ years in cybersecurity, information security, or IT risk management
Proven experience designing or managing enterprise security programs (ISO 27001, SOC 2, etc.)
Hands-on experience with cloud security architecture in AWS, GCP, or Azure
Strong background in identity management, access control, and security infrastructure
Experience leading security initiatives in regulated industries such as finance or payments
Experience collaborating with executives and cross-functional teams on security matters


Soft Skills:
Strong leadership with the ability to guide technical and non-technical teams
Excellent communication skills for presenting risk and strategy to stakeholders
High accountability and ownership in driving company-wide security initiatives
Strong analytical thinking with the ability to make balanced, risk-based decisions
Ability to collaborate effectively and build trust across departments


Language Requirements:

English:
Fluent


Japanese:
Conversational

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA
Experience building security programs in high-growth or startup environments
Familiarity with financial-sector security standards and regulated tech platforms

About the Company

A rapidly growing technology company developing next-generation financial platforms with a strong focus on security, scalability, and operational excellence.

Backed by long-term financial stability, the organization embraces an engineering-driven culture, values technical leadership, and provides high autonomy to drive impactful solutions as they continue scaling their business.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Lead the entire security function and define long-term cybersecurity strategy
Build a modern security program from scratch with no legacy constraints
Work closely with highly skilled engineering and executive teams
Enjoy a flexible hybrid environment with strong work-life balance
Join a stable, well-funded company with long-term leadership opportunities

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