Chief Information Security Officer (Crypto)

TL;DR

Chief Information Security Officer (Crypto): Lead cybersecurity efforts and develop security architectures, policies, and incident response plans to protect digital assets and customer data. Focus on aligning security with business objectives, risk management, regulatory compliance, and fostering a security-aware culture.

Location: Onsite in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Company

hirify.global is a leading digital assets trading platform in the Netherlands and Europe, offering transparent fees and a wide range of assets to over one million users.

What you will do

• Develop and implement security solutions, architectures, and policies to protect systems, data, and digital assets.
• Lead and motivate a high-performing security team and foster a culture of security awareness.
• Align security programs with business objectives and provide strategic guidance to executives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to financial transactions, data, and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with regulations such as DORA and MiCAR and develop effective policies.
• Coordinate incident response plans and collaborate with engineering and product teams to embed security early in development.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years experience in information security with at least 5 years in leadership, preferably in crypto or financial services.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Strong technical expertise in security solutions, risk management, and compliance frameworks (GDPR, ISO, SOC 2, NIST).
• Proven leadership and communication skills to manage teams and articulate security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking and pragmatic approach balancing compliance and engineering agility.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive environment valuing diversity and unique contributions.
• Market-competitive total rewards package beyond compensation.
• Focus on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.