Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Job description

The Pepperstone story started in 2010.

We know what it's like to trade the world's markets.

Our team describes us as a place for the curious and the driven, and we like to do things a little differently; as a transformative global fintech we're digital, nimble, connected, and united in our vision to create a better way to trade.

We thrive on progress - for our clients and for ourselves.

Our organisational culture is ever-evolving, vibrant, diverse, global and results focused.

You'll find our 550+ team currently across 11 locations and 9 time zones.

A new chapter unfolds at Pepperstone as we mature our security team to create a pivotal leadership role - Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

This is more than a job; it's an opportunity to shape the future of security for a global fintech innovator at the intersection of traditional and digital finance.

You'll be leading the charge, building the blueprint, and embedding a security-first mindset into every corner of our global operations.

The CISO will be responsible for building and executing a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that safeguards our clients, platforms, and data across borders.

You'll work directly with the CTO and act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and the Board with a particular focus on navigating the unique security challenges in the fintech and trading industry.

This is a hands-on, strategic, and highly visible role, ideal for someone who thrives on complexity, leads with clarity, and can turn security into a business enabler.

This role is based in either Melbourne or Singapore working from our local offices.

As our CISO, you will own:

• Security Strategy & Leadership- Drive our global cybersecurity strategy, embed a security-first culture, and lead a team of 15 across key security domains.
  
  
• Compliance & Risk Ensure compliance with global regulations (GDPR, MiCA, FATF, AML/KYC) and maintain a strong risk management framework.
  
  
• Threat Intelligence & Response Build threat intel capabilities, lead incident response plans, and stay ahead of evolving attack vectors.
  
  
• Security Architecture & Operations Oversee our SOC and design scalable, secure architecture across hybrid environments.
  
  
• Data Protection Implement and enforce strong data privacy and DLP controls to safeguard sensitive data.
  
  
• Vendor & Third-Party Security Assess and manage security risks across our vendor ecosystem.
  
  
• Stakeholder Communication Advise ExCo and the board, and champion a security-aware culture across the business.
  
  
• Proactive Security & Automation Lead red-teaming, threat hunting, and build security automation to stay one step ahead.
  
  

• 10+ years in information security leadership, including experience as a CISO or Deputy CISO preferably in the financial services or fintech industry, with specific trading industry experience
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and technologies.
  
  
• Proven experience in building and leading proactive security programs, including threat hunting, vulnerability research, and red teaming.
  
  
• Track record of building and scaling global security programs across regulated environments
• Strong familiarity with global regulatory frameworks related to Forex and trading
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and communicate complex issues clearly
• Comfortable getting hands-on when needed from tooling to threat modeling
• A mindset focused on enablement, not just enforcement
• Ability to work across time zones in a matrix environment
• Ability to travel overseas as required ad hoc
• Familiarity with security considerations in financial trading platforms and emerging digital assets will be highly regarded.
  
  
• Knowledge of decentralised technologies, cryptographic protocols, or digital custody models is considered an advantage.
  
  
• Experience working across both traditional and innovative market infrastructures is preferred.
  
  

• Competitive salary structure including company bonus scheme
• Genuinely collaborative and friendly culture
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Remote working option - work from anywhere for up to 6 weeks per year
• Ongoing personal development & learning opportunities
• 3 paid volunteering days per year & Workplace Giving Program
• Periodic recognition and reward programs for outstanding performance and achievements
• Frequent events and celebrations
• Employee Assistance Program & Wellbeing Initiatives

We're a regulated online Forex and CFD trading platform.

With the scale of a global fintech and the agility of a start-up, we arm our clients with everything they need to take on the global markets with confidence.

You will be part of a wider passionate and friendly team, and whilst things may not always go to plan, we learn quickly and move forward with impact.

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Pepperstone is an equal opportunity employer.

We are passionate about building a diverse workplace and strongly encourage applications from any background.

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we respond to every applicant.

We will be reviewing applications as they come through, so if this is an opportunity that excites you, don't wait.

Express your interest by clicking the apply button below as soon as possible.

Note to external agencies: While we appreciate the efforts of external recruitment agencies, we prefer to engage directly with applicants for this opportunity.

Required Skill Profession

I.t. & Communications