Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – Digital Assets / Blockchain

We are seeking an experienced CISO to lead the enterprise security strategy for a digital asset / blockchain-focused organization. The role will be responsible for building, implementing, and managing a robust cybersecurity framework to protect blockchain infrastructure, crypto/digital asset platforms, and enterprise systems.
Key Responsibilities:

- Define and execute the overall cybersecurity strategy aligned with business and regulatory requirements.

- Secure digital asset infrastructure , including wallets, custody systems, exchanges, and blockchain nodes.

- Establish enterprise-wide security governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks.

- Lead incident response, threat detection, and vulnerability management programs.

- Oversee cloud security architecture (AWS/Azure/GCP) and zero-trust implementation.

- Ensure protection against threats such as:
- Smart contract exploits

- Private key compromise

- Exchange breaches

- Insider threats

- Work closely with engineering teams on secure blockchain architecture design .

- Implement IAM, encryption, key management (HSM/KMS) strategies.

- Ensure compliance with global regulations (MAS, FATF, GDPR, SOC2, ISO 27001).

- Conduct regular security audits, penetration testing, and red team exercises .

- Manage relationships with external security vendors and audit firms.

- Build and lead a high-performing cybersecurity team .

Key Requirements:

- 10–20+ years in cybersecurity, with at least 5+ years in leadership (CISO / Head of Security / VP Security).

- Strong experience in financial services, fintech, crypto exchanges, or blockchain platforms .

- Deep understanding of:
- Blockchain architecture (Ethereum, Layer 1/Layer 2 systems)

- Cryptographic principles and key management

- Cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)

- SOC, SIEM, SOAR tools

- Experience handling security for digital asset custody or trading platforms is highly preferred.

- Strong knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks in financial technology.

Preferred Skills

- Experience with smart contract security and audits

- Familiarity with DeFi, CeFi, NFT ecosystems

- Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent

- Experience working in high-growth startups or exchange environments

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