Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by 300+ million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world.
The CISO will be responsible for defining and executing the company’s cybersecurity strategy, leading security operations, managing risk, and ensuring regulatory alignment. This executive role requires both technical depth and strategic leadership, serving as the key point of accountability for all information security matters.
Responsibilities
- Strategy & Governance: Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with business objectives, establish security governance frameworks, policies, and standards, and serve as the accountable authority for all security and IT governance matters to the board and regulators.
- Compliance & Regulatory: Ensure adherence to LGPD, Brazilian crypto regulations, and relevant international standards; coordinate internal and external audits and regulatory reporting; fulfill all compliance obligations within the three lines of defense model.
- Security Operations: Lead security operations including threat monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and penetration testing to ensure the protection of funds, data, and systems.
- Risk Management: Drive organization-wide security risk management in collaboration with all stakeholders, execute risk assessments and mitigation plans, and oversee third-party vendor security and due diligence.
- Culture & Executive Enablement: Foster a security-aware culture across the company, deliver executive-level security briefings, and continuously improve security frameworks and processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity and 2+ years in leadership, preferably in financial services, fintech, or crypto.
- Demonstrated experience with cloud security, application security, and cryptography; solid knowledge of relevant security standards.
- Proven track record managing security incidents, risk programs, and compliance frameworks; strong familiarity with Brazilian regulatory requirements (LGPD and crypto asset regulations).
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business objectives into security requirements; excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to influence across the organization and lead through crises.
- Experience interacting with regulators, banks, or institutional partners is a plus.
Why Binance
- Shape the future with the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem
- Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure
- Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment
- Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning
- Competitive salary and company benefits
- Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)
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