DriveWealth is a global B2B financial technology organization dedicated to democratizing access to financial independence around the world. Our mission is realized through an API-based platform, empowering our partners to offer seamless investing and trading experiences to clients worldwide, all from their mobile devices.

Our technology provides partners with a modern, extensible toolkit, enabling traditional investment workflows and innovative techniques like fractional share ownership. DriveWealth has evolved into a global platform offering trading of US equities, mutual funds, ETFs, fixed income, and options.

We seek enthusiastic professionals to contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to our Brokerage-as-a-Service platform. Our culture blends the pace and opportunity of a tech start-up with the impact, stability, and significance of Wall Street. We encourage creativity and experimentation while ensuring institutional-grade execution and regulatory compliance in everything we do. We value diversity and inclusion, celebrating the unique differences of our employees as we scale and grow together. We’re guided by operating principles grounded in accountability, teamwork, integrity, and solutions built to scale. Join us!

About the Role

As Chief Information Security Officer, you will be responsible for leading and strengthening the company’s entire security function across four key domains: Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Offensive Security (Red Team), Defensive Security (Blue Team), and Security Engineering & Architecture. You will take charge of strategy, improve processes, manage budgets, and build out teams to support ambitious growth goals. The CISO will also represent security to senior leadership and the board, ensuring the organization is compliant with industry standards and ready for regulatory scrutiny.

What You’ll Do

Oversee and enhance policy frameworks and regulatory compliance programs (e.g., SOC, ISO27001, GDPR)
Conduct and improve security monitoring, incident response, and threat hunting functions
Direct penetration testing and vendor management activities
Lead the engineering of secure network and identity management systems in the cloud
Build, mentor, and expand a skilled security team across underdeveloped areas (especially GRC and Blue Team)
Engage with industry forums, prepare audit and compliance reports, and present to company leadership
Drive readiness for public company listing and support ongoing business growth

What You’ll Need

Strong experience in regulated industries (preferably fintech; healthcare also considered)
Deep knowledge of cloud-first and zero-trust security models
Proven track record in building full-scale security programs for public or pre-IPO companies
Hands-on leadership with the ability to develop and expand high-performing teams
Expertise in standards compliance, including SOC, ISO27001, and GDPR
Experience presenting security strategy to executive and board-level leadership
Familiarity with security certifications and regulatory forums (e.g., FINRA, ISAC)
Ability to manage budgets and vendor relationships in a dynamic environment

Compensation
Compensation package offerings are based on candidate experience and technical qualifications, as it relates to the role. These are identified and determined throughout your interviewing experience.

Please note: this role is expected to come into our office on a cadence set by the Hiring Manager/Team.

New York, NY (Hybrid) Pay Range

$300,000—$400,000 USD

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Mental health resources
Generous paid time off with observed holidays (varies per country)
Paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents
Up to $2,500 or local equivalent each year to invest in continued education and personal development
Up to $900 each year or local equivalent for fitness and wellness reimbursement
Company-provided phone (varies by country)
For HQ in-office employees, a daily lunch stipend, unlimited snacks, and engaging office space in the Financial District
Pre-tax commuter benefits (US only)
Employer 401K match (US only)

Benefit offerings vary based on country and are subject to change.

Equal Employment Opportunity

To build technology and products that are used and loved by people and solve real-world problems, we need to build a team with many different perspectives and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants in need of special assistance or accommodation during the interview process or in accessing our website may contact us at [email protected].

Agency Disclaimer

DriveWealth does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, employees, or any other organization location. DriveWealth is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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