Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – Blockchain & Digital Asset Security

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Lead the security function for a government-backed FinTech startup in Abu Dhabi, building a blockchain-based stablecoin and digital-asset platform. Build security frameworks, manage cyber risk, and drive incident response with hands-on technical expertise. Shape the company’s security strategy from the ground up in a high-growth, early-stage environment.

Key Highlights

Build and lead a security function from scratch for a blockchain-based FinTech platform

Direct collaboration with CEO and Board to define security strategy and technology direction

Hands-on technical leadership with 10+ years in cybersecurity, FinTech, and digital assets

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Key Responsibilities

Design and implement security frameworks for a blockchain-based stablecoin and digital-asset platform

Lead cyber risk management, incident response, and compliance with ISO 27001, NIST, and VARA regulations

Collaborate with the CEO and Board to define security strategy and technology direction

Oversee cryptographic key management (HSM, MPC, multisig) and cloud/application security

Build and scale the security function from an early-stage, ground-up perspective

Technical Skills Required

Cybersecurity Blockchain Security Cryptographic Key Management

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Benefits & Perks

€175K–€210K tax-free annual salary

Full family relocation package

AED 30K annual education allowance per child (ages 2–18)

Private medical and dental insurance for the family

Annual return flights home for the family

23 days annual leave + UAE public holidays

First month’s hotel accommodation

Relocation allowance (2x first month’s salary)

5-year UAE residence visa sponsorship + 10-year golden visa support

Job Description

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – Abu Dhabi, UAE

€175K–€210K Tax-Free + Excellent Benefits + Full Family Relocation

We're working with a very well-funded, government-backed FinTech business in Abu Dhabi that is building a new stablecoin and digital-asset platform for international payments.

They're looking for an experienced, hands-on CISO to build and lead their security function from the ground up.

A genuinely interesting opportunity to join at an early stage, work directly with the CEO and Board, and have a real influence on the technology, security strategy and direction of the business.

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