Group Head of Security

CFI Financial Group

Full-time Other-General
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Location
dubai, dubai, United-Arab-Emirates
Posted
July 10, 2026

Job Description

Head of Security

CFI Financial Group is an award-winning trading provider, possessing more than 25 years of experience with multiple offices around the world including London, Larnaca, Beirut, Amman, Dubai, Kuwait, Port Louis, and others.

Description

Weโ€™re seeking a Head of Security to lead and develop our cybersecurity function as an independent structure reporting directly to the CEO. This role requires a unique blend of offensive security expertise, handsโ€‘on engineering background, and the ability to implement pragmatic security controls that guard rather than block business velocity. Youโ€™ll work closely with the CTO and technology teams to build security into our delivery pipeline while preparing the organization for regulatory compliance in financial services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Build security frameworks based on ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and SOC 2, ensuring compliance with DORA, EBA Guidelines, ISO 27001
  • Implement inf...