Chief Information Security Officer (Web3)

TL;DR

Chief Information Security Officer (Web3): Leading the security strategy, regulatory compliance, and risk posture for a high-growth crypto investment platform with an accent on FINMA/AMF regulatory alignment and cryptocurrency custody security. Focus on building robust security architectures for trading platforms, managing incident response, and ensuring organizational compliance with DORA and MiCA standards.

Location: Remote within Europe (Paris, Krakow, Warsaw, Lausanne, Lisbon, Tallinn)

Company

hirify.global is a rapidly growing fintech company building a comprehensive investment platform for digital assets, currently managing over $1.9 billion in assets with over 880,000 users.

What you will do

• Define and execute the security strategy, roadmap, and organizational security posture.
• Serve as the lead security contact for regulatory authorities including FINMA and AMF.
• Oversee security architecture for cryptocurrency custody, hot/cold wallet management, and trading systems.
• Manage compliance programs for DORA and MiCA, and conduct internal IT audits.
• Lead security incident response efforts in coordination with legal and regulatory teams.
• Manage security budgets, vendor relationships, and negotiate critical contracts at the executive level.

Requirements

• 5+ years in information security, including 2+ years in a CISO or Head of Security role.
• Proven experience in fintech, banking, or cryptocurrency sectors.
• Deep expertise in Swiss and EU regulatory frameworks (FINMA, AMF, DORA, MiCA, GDPR).
• Strong technical background in cryptocurrency custody, key management, and blockchain infrastructure.
• Fluency in English is required; French language skills are a strong plus.
• Engineering background required to challenge security architecture and implementation decisions.

Culture & Benefits

• Freedom to build and influence the future of a global fintech company.
• Meritocratic system with BORG bonus incentives.
• Flexible working hours with 25 days of paid vacation plus local holidays.
• Provision of a MacBook and a cutting-edge tech stack.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Annual company and team retreats for global collaboration.