Cybersecurity Architect (Fintech)

TL;DR

Cybersecurity Architect (Fintech): Designing and maintaining security architecture for an open payments platform with an accent on high-volume transaction processing and global financial data flows. Focus on integrating security controls into product offerings, managing AI/ML deployments, and ensuring PCI DSS compliance.

Location: Remote, United States (excluding New York)

Company

hirify.global is a leading Open Payments Platform providing vendor-agnostic infrastructure that allows businesses to connect to any payment gateway or processor through a single API.

What you will do

• Design and implement robust security architectures for all engineering projects, including those utilizing AI/ML technology.
• Lead and drive the multi-year security architecture roadmap aligned with business objectives and the evolving threat landscape.
• Develop secure frameworks for AI/ML deployments and manage the transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) standards.
• Partner with product and engineering leaders to define a comprehensive product security strategy.
• Serve as the lead security advisor for international market expansion, ensuring alignment with regional data residency and payment regulations.
• Recommend updates to corporate security policies to maintain compliance with PCI DSS, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, and ISO 42001.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on enterprise-class security systems.
• Expertise in cloud security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and network security.
• Deep understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001/27701/42001).
• Proficiency in programming and scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, or JavaScript.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without requiring future sponsorship.
• Cannot be a resident of New York state.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits, including 100% employer-paid options.
• Open Paid Time Off policy and 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Matching 401(k) plan (5% up to $5,000 yearly).
• Monthly home office stipend, professional development budget, and company-provided MacBook.
• Occasional visits to the HQ in Durham, North Carolina for remote employees.