Binance is hiring a
Chief Information Security Officer, Remote - Bahrain

Summary

The job is for a Chief Information Security Officer at Binance Bahrain. The role involves developing and implementing a comprehensive information security strategy, ensuring alignment with international best practices and regulatory requirements, and managing the local security team.

Requirements

• Fluency in English & Arabic and currently based in Bahrain
• Track record of international company experience and cyber security in a regulatory context
• A combination of senior management and deep cyber security experience is mandatory
• Security community contributor either through published material or international conferences
• Demonstrable experience in a global team with a rich multicultural fast paced environment
• 10+ years of finance sector experience in security & technology compliance in a global firm
• Bachelor's degree or higher in information technology, cyber security or related field
• Track record in self motivated leadership and excellent communication and listening skills
• Proven management of cyber security operations with hands-on implementation skills
• Delivery of best practices for international data privacy and information security frameworks
• NIST Cybersecurity & Privacy Framework, ISO 27001/ISO 27701, CIS and PCI-DSS
• Must seek excellence by default and show a passion for collaboration and team achievement
• Demonstrable experience delivering effective business and technical security solutions
• A passion for the latest cyber security trends and emerging threats is essential
• Mandatory requirement for experience engaging directly with a regulatory body and implementing regulator's recommendations

Responsibilities

• Hands-on implementation of the IT Security Risk Management function for Binance Bahrain
• Lead Security Risk Management with all stakeholders as per Security Risk Framework
• Accountable Senior Manager to the Central Bank of Bahrain for security in Binance Bahrain
• Work as part of the three lines of defense model to ensure funds, data and systems are secure
• Ensure all security obligations for governance, regulatory and compliance matters are delivered
• Hands-on delivery of the Security Risk Management accountable to The Binance Bahrain Board
• Assist the delivery of the internal and external audits related to Technology and Security
• Drive cyber threat & vulnerability management/penetration tests as per the regulatory framework
• IT security risk management for new projects and/or any integration with third party vendors
• Manage Third party integrations risk to ensure alignment with security standards and SLAs
• Manage the local security team & contribute to continual improvement of the global department
• Security incident management, including prompt reporting to senior management & other teams
• Work with the Risk Function & other Departments to ensure effective and optimal Resilience
• Facilitate continual alignment to regulatory compliance obligations and international standards

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications are a plus: ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, and/or ISC2, ISACA, GIAC, CREST

Benefits

• Be a part of the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem that continues to grow and offers excellent career development opportunities
• Work alongside diverse, world-class talent in an environment where learning and growth opportunities are endless
• Tackle fast-paced, challenging and unique projects
• Work in a truly global organization, with international teams and a flat organizational structure
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working hours, remote-first, and casual work attire