Director, Senior Cyber Architect – Digital Asset Security
About The Position
About this role Key Responsibilities Architect and Design Secure Systems Develop end-to-end security architecture for digital asset platforms, including wallets, custody solutions, and transaction processing systems. Blockchain Integration Design and implement secure blockchain-based solutions for asset tokenization, smart contracts, and distributed ledger technologies. Payment & Investment Systems Ensure secure integration with payment gateways, clearing systems, and investment management platforms while maintaining compliance with financial regulations. Risk Assessment & Compliance Conduct threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and ensure adherence to industry standards . Technology Leadership Collaborate with engineering, product, and compliance teams to define security requirements and best practices across the organization. Innovation & Scalability Evaluate emerging technologies and frameworks to enhance security posture and system resilience.
Requirements
- Education Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- Experience 10+ years in cybersecurity architecture, with at least 5 years in financial services or fintech.
- Proven experience with blockchain platforms (Ethereum, Hyperledger, etc.) and cryptographic protocols.
- Strong knowledge of payment processing systems, digital wallets, and investment management workflows.
- Technical Skills Expertise in secure software development, encryption, key management, and identity/access management.
- Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
Nice To Haves
- Certifications CISSP, CISM, or equivalent preferred.
- Strategic thinker with ability to balance security, usability, and business objectives.
- Strong communication skills for engaging with executive stakeholders and technical teams.
- Experience in regulatory compliance (SEC, FINRA, GDPR).
Responsibilities
- Architect and Design Secure Systems
- Develop end-to-end security architecture for digital asset platforms, including wallets, custody solutions, and transaction processing systems.
- Blockchain Integration
- Design and implement secure blockchain-based solutions for asset tokenization, smart contracts, and distributed ledger technologies.
- Payment & Investment Systems
- Ensure secure integration with payment gateways, clearing systems, and investment management platforms while maintaining compliance with financial regulations.
- Risk Assessment & Compliance
- Conduct threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and ensure adherence to industry standards
- Technology Leadership
- Collaborate with engineering, product, and compliance teams to define security requirements and best practices across the organization.
- Innovation & Scalability
- Evaluate emerging technologies and frameworks to enhance security posture and system resilience.
Benefits
- employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits.
- strong retirement plan
- tuition reimbursement
- comprehensive healthcare
- support for working parents
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
