CISO

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. Own the information security strategy .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeTa' Xbiex • MaltaSeniorLead💰 €90,000 - €100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing information security strategies, managing cybersecurity controls, and conducting risk assessments within fintech and crypto environments. Proven ability to lead incident response efforts and ensure compliance with industry standards and frameworks.

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Information Security Strategy OwnershipCloud Security ManagementIncident Response LeadershipVulnerability ManagementCISSP Certification

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity ControlsThreat DetectionPenetration TestingWallet SecurityKey ManagementSecurity Risk AssessmentsIncident Response CapabilitySecurity OperationsSmart Contract AuditsIdentity and Access Management

Soft Skills

JudgementCommunication

Tools & Technologies

HSMsMPCMultisigISO 27001NIST CSFSOC 2DORA Compliance

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMOSCP

Industry Keywords

FintechPaymentsCryptoIGamingICT Risk

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the information security strategy
Build policies and procedures to industry best practice
Build threat-detection and incident-response playbooks, run drills, and lead responses
Manage cybersecurity controls and security monitoring across services, networks, cloud infrastructure, and smart contracts
Conduct security risk assessments, vulnerability management, penetration testing, and smart contract audits, tracking remediation to closure
Secure wallet infrastructure, cryptographic key management, and custody arrangements for client crypto-assets
Manage identity and access controls, including authentication, privileged access, and least-privilege controls
Ensure security by design in product development, infrastructure changes, and third-party integrations
Assess third-party security risk
Report to the CTO and Board of Directors
Ensure resilience to cyberattacks and ICT disruptions and protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of IT systems and client data

Requirements

What you’ll need

University Degree in IT / Infosys Security or equivalent thereof
8+ years in information security
3+ years as a leader of Infosys / IT security within fintech, payments, crypto, or iGaming
Deep, hands-on experience with cloud security, network security and security operations
Practical knowledge of wallet security, key management (HSMs, MPC, or multisig), and custody of digital assets
Solid track record of building incident response capability and leading real incidents through to recovery
Familiarity and certifications with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, or SOC 2 and with the ICT risk requirements of DORA
Judgement to prioritise real risk over checklists and explain it clearly to engineers and the Board
Background in offensive security, red teaming, or threat intelligence
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, OSCP, or equivalent
Detailed CV in English

Benefits

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