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We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled leader to oversee our global 24/7 Security Operations Centre. As a senior manager within Group Information Security, you will shape and lead the strategic direction of Security Operations across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the global 24/7 Security Operations Centre, ensuring high-performing, business-aligned threat detection and response operations across onshore and offshore teams.
• Define and execute a SOC maturity roadmap, integrating technologies such as SIEM, SOAR, UEBA, EDR, and XDR to enable proactive detection and automated response.
• Maintain and continually improve SLAs and KPIs related to detection, investigation, triage, escalation, and incident resolution.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10–15 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years leading Security Operations in a regional or global enterprise.

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Advanced degree (MBA, MS InfoSec) is preferred.
• Relevant certifications (minimum 2): GCIH, GCIA, CISSP, CISM, CEH, OSCP, or equivalent.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing 24x7 SOCs, cloud security operations, and incident response at scale.
• Industry exposure in retail, e-commerce, luxury, or fast-paced B2C environments is highly preferred.

We are seeking a seasoned Lead Cybersecurity Specialist to spearhead our security strategy.

This role is pivotal in protecting our core infrastructure, applications, and sensitive data as we continue to scale.

• Security Architecture & Design

• Develop and implement secure infrastructure across cloud, web, and distributed application environments.
• Provide architectural guidance for cryptographic key management, signing workflows, and secure APIs.
• Evaluate and enhance the security of components related to digital asset management, identity systems, or transaction flows.

1. Secure Infrastructure Management:

• Design and implement secure networks, servers, and storage systems.
• Implement robust access controls, authentication mechanisms, and authorization protocols.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for driving our security strategy forward and ensuring the integrity of our systems.

This role involves assisting in the development and implementation of security controls to mitigate risks across various applications and services. The successful candidate will be responsible for collaborating with internal teams to implement security measures, conducting penetration testing, and ensuring identified vulnerabilities are captured and processed.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement security strategies.
• Conduct thorough security assessments and provide actionable recommendations to improve security posture.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive vulnerability management plans to ensure timely identification and remediation of security risks.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in computer science or a related field, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in application development and 3-5 years of experience in information security. Proven experience as a Security Analyst, Security Engineer, Penetration Tester, or similar role is essential. The successful candidate will also have expertise in current security frameworks, secure coding practices, and vulnerability management.

• Proven experience in information security or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of secure coding practices and vulnerability management frameworks.
• Experience with current security frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and Data Protection.
• Good understanding of hosting platforms, public cloud services, and enterprise networking.

As a member of our team, you will enjoy a fast-paced and high-performing work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, annual air ticket allowance, employee discounts at multiple vendors across emirates, rewards and recognitions, and learning and development opportunities.

Our organization is committed to providing a positive and inclusive work environment, where employees can thrive and grow professionally. We believe in recognizing and rewarding outstanding performance, and we offer a range of benefits and perks to support your well-being and success.

We are seeking a skilled Security Software Engineer to join our team. As a security-focused software engineer, your primary responsibility will be to develop and implement secure software solutions that meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of modern software engineering techniques, including threat modeling, static analysis tools, and fuzzing. You will work closely with other teams, customers, and partners across the open source ecosystem to ensure the security of our products and services.

• Define and implement new security features to protect against common categories of vulnerabilities.
• Lead security-focused initiatives within product engineering teams to drive security best practices.
• Analyze and fix vulnerabilities in open source software to prevent exploitation.
• Contribute to Ubuntu and upstream open source projects to benefit the community.
• Audit and analyze source code for vulnerabilities to ensure compliance.
• Integrate new tools into our security infrastructure, pipelines, and processes to streamline security operations.
• Achieve and retain various security certifications to demonstrate expertise.

• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM field.
• Strong understanding of modern software engineering techniques.
• Familiarity with open source development tools and methodologies.
• Skill in one or more programming languages such as C, C++, Python, Go, Rust, Java, Ruby, PHP, or JavaScript/Typescript.
• Experience as a security champion driving security within a wider SSDLC process.
• Professional written and spoken English.
• Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred).

Senior Cybersecurity Operations Manager

Our organization is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cybersecurity Operations Manager to lead our Security Operations Center (SOC). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to drive results in a fast-paced environment.

The Senior Cybersecurity Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the SOC, including threat monitoring, incident response, and security event correlation. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Lead and manage a team of security analysts to ensure effective threat detection and response
• Develop and implement threat hunting strategies to proactively identify and mitigate threats
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize security initiatives
• Stay up-to-date with emerging threats and cybersecurity best practices

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles, with at least 3 years of experience in a SOC environment
• Proven experience leading and mentoring security analysts
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and incident response
• Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK Stack, QRadar)
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell)

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

This is a critical role in our organization, requiring an individual with extensive knowledge and experience in security operations.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing security threats, identifying areas of improvement, and implementing effective solutions to mitigate risks. This includes working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of security measures.

• Responsibilities:
• Monitoring and analyzing security logs from multiple sources to identify potential threats
• Collaborating with the incident response team to resolve security incidents
• Developing and maintaining security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards
• Providing training and support to other teams on security best practices

Requirements:

To excel in this role, you must have:

1. A minimum of 2-6 years of experience in information technology and/or information security
2. Proficient in incident management and response
3. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
4. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
5. Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for security, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security professional to join our team.

• Key responsibilities include hands-on experience with Perimeter Security solutions such as F5 WAF, Palo Alto & Fortinet firewalls, Next Generation IPS, Email and Web Gateways.

Other key responsibilities include:

• Implementing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) using Fortinet.
• Configuring Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems using Splunk/XDR.
• Setting up web proxy: Netskope.
• Preparing security reports and incidents based on Imperva Database Activity Monitor (DAM), File Integrity Monitor (FIM), Tenable Vulnerability Scanner.
• Sound understanding of security technologies and methodologies for enhancing the cybersecurity landscape.
• Good understanding of standard and regulations, including NIST, NESA, PCI-DSS, ISMS and ISO 27001:2022.
• Experience in vulnerability management, penetration testing reviews, malware protection, IDS, data security, web application security and network security.
• Implementing service improvement plans and quality measures in overall Cyber Security and SOC domain.

• F5 WAF
• Netskope
• XDR
• Network Firewall
• GRC
• DLP
• Fortinet
• SOC

The Cyber Security Architect role involves delivering comprehensive Oracle Cloud Security assessments, design, and implementation across ERP, HCM, SCM, and business process controls. This position requires leading security migration from Oracle E-Business Suite to Oracle Fusion Cloud, ensuring seamless transition and alignment with organizational security frameworks.

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by over 250 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 Chief Information Security Officer aims to develop and implement a comprehensive information security strategy for Binance. The role will also ensure that the IT Governance and Security Risk Management Systems align to international best practices and adhere to regulatory requirements as defined by the laws pertaining to regulations of financial markets and virtual assets providers within and from the United Arab Emirates.

• Hands-on implementation of the IT Security Risk Management function for Binance UAE.
• Development and improvement of the security framework, including policies, security standards and processes improvements.
• Lead Security Risk Management with all stakeholders as per Security Risk Framework.
• Accountable to the regulatory authority for all Security and IT Governance matters.
• Maintain and develop security governance practices including regulatory, board and committee reporting.
• Work as part of the three lines of defense model to ensure funds, data and systems are secure.
• Ensure all security obligations for governance, regulatory and compliance matters are delivered.
• Assist the delivery of the internal and external audits related to Technology and Security.
• Drive cyber threat & vulnerability management/penetration tests as per the regulatory framework.
• IT security risk management for new projects and/or any integration with third party vendors.
• Manage Third party integrations risk to ensure alignment with security standards and SLAs.
• Manage the local security team & contribute to continual improvement of the global department.
• Security incident management, including prompt reporting to senior management & other teams.
• Facilitate continual alignment to regulatory compliance obligations and international standards.
• Implement robust resilience best practices to ensure that Binance products remain best in class.

• Currently based in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
• Bilingual English/Arabic is required to be able to coordinate with overseas partners and stakeholders.
• Held an approved person's role within a regulated financial institution.
• Track record of international company experience and cyber security in a regulatory context.
• A combination of senior management and deep cyber security experience is mandatory.
• Security community contributor either through published material or international conferences.
• Demonstrable experience in a global team with a rich multicultural fast paced environment.
• 10+ years of experience in finance or a related sector, focusing on security and technology compliance in a global firm.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in information technology, cyber security or related field.
• Track record in self-motivated leadership and excellent communication and listening skills.
• Proven management of cyber security operations with hands-on implementation skills.
• Delivery of best practices for international data privacy and information security frameworks.
• NIST Cybersecurity & Privacy Framework, ISO 27001/ISO 27701, CIS and PCI-DSS.
• Must seek excellence by default and show a passion for collaboration and team achievement.
• Demonstrable experience delivering effective business and technical security solutions.
• A passion for the latest cyber security trends and emerging threats is essential.
• Mandatory requirement for experience engaging directly with a regulatory body and implementing regulator's recommendations.
• Certifications are a plus: CISSP, CISM, CEH, CIPP, CIPM, FIM, ISO 27701, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, and/or ISC2, ISACA, GIAC, CREST.

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)

Binance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success.

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