Chief Information Security Officer

22 hours ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Fiatchain Virtual Assets Broker & Dealer Services L.L.C Full time

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – Dubai VARA Broker-Dealer VASP

Department: Technology | Location: Dubai, UAE (on-site mandatory) | Employment: Full-time

We are seeking an experienced Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead cybersecurity, risk, and regulatory security compliance for a VARA-regulated virtual asset business. Your core responsibility is to leverage the latest VARA requirements, together with your proven experience, to secure a Broker-Dealer licence for our newly developed business and to support ongoing VARA licensing and supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Own and execute the company's information security and cyber risk strategy

Lead security requirements for VARA licensing, audits, and regulatory reviews

Manage incident response, threat detection, and business continuity planning

Partner with Compliance, Legal, and Executive leadership

Build and lead a high-performing security function

Requirements

Hands-on experience with VARA licensing

8+ years in IT or cybersecurity

Familar with crypto, Web3, blockchain, or virtual assets

Experience engaging regulators, auditors, and Board-level stakeholders

Preferred

Participated in the final Executive Committee approval hearing

Familiarity with IAM, ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2

CISSP, CISM, CISA, or ISO 27001 certifications

Experience in regulated exchanges, custodians, or digital asset platforms

Knowledge of VARA Technology & Information Rulebook



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