We are looking for an experienced and highly driven Deputy CISO to join Sunbit's Security leadership team, reporting directly to the CISO.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in shaping and scaling the security program of a fast-growing fintech company. As Deputy CISO, you will serve as the CISO's trusted partner, helping drive the organization's security strategy while leading day-to-day execution across multiple security domains.
Yo will oversee both the Security Operations , Security Engineering and GRC organizations, managing team leads and security professionals across Israel and abroad. This role requires a strong combination of strategic thinking, technical depth, operational excellence, and people leadership.
The ideal candidate brings experience from large-scale, cloud-native environments and has successfully led security programs spanning Security Operations, Security Engineering, Compliance, Risk Management, and Security Architecture. You will work closely with Engineering, Infrastructure, IT, Product, Legal, Compliance, and executive leadership teams to continuously strengthen Sunbit's security posture while enabling business growth.
What You'll Do:
Drive execution of strategic security initiatives across the organization
Partner closely with the CISO to define and execute Sunbit's security strategy and roadmap
Translate business objectives into scalable security programs and controls
Act as a key stakeholder in security governance, risk management, and decision-making processes
Help shape the future of Security at Sunbit, including emerging domains such as AI Security and Security Automation
This is a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in shaping and scaling the security program of a fast-growing fintech company. As Deputy CISO, you will serve as the CISO's trusted partner, helping drive the organization's security strategy while leading day-to-day execution across multiple security domains.
Yo will oversee both the Security Operations , Security Engineering and GRC organizations, managing team leads and security professionals across Israel and abroad. This role requires a strong combination of strategic thinking, technical depth, operational excellence, and people leadership.
The ideal candidate brings experience from large-scale, cloud-native environments and has successfully led security programs spanning Security Operations, Security Engineering, Compliance, Risk Management, and Security Architecture. You will work closely with Engineering, Infrastructure, IT, Product, Legal, Compliance, and executive leadership teams to continuously strengthen Sunbit's security posture while enabling business growth.
What You'll Do:
Drive execution of strategic security initiatives across the organization
Partner closely with the CISO to define and execute Sunbit's security strategy and roadmap
Translate business objectives into scalable security programs and controls
Act as a key stakeholder in security governance, risk management, and decision-making processes
Help shape the future of Security at Sunbit, including emerging domains such as AI Security and Security Automation
Requirements:
10+ years of experience in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or Security Engineering roles
5+ years of leadership experience managing security teams and managers
Proven experience leading security programs in large-scale, high-growth organizations
Strong background across multiple security domains, including Security Engineering, Security Operations, Cloud Security, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, and Governance
Extensive experience securing cloud-native environments (AWS, GCP, Azure)
Deep understanding of security architecture, security controls, and modern security technologies
Experience working with regulatory frameworks, audits, compliance programs, and risk management processes
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives across Engineering, Infrastructure, Product, and Business teams
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Fluent English, with extensive experience working with global teams and international stakeholders
Nice to have :
Experience in fintech, financial services, or highly regulated environments
Experience leading AI Security initiatives or security automation programs
Hands-on experience with modern security platforms such as CrowdStrike, Wiz, Okta, SIEM, and Identity solutions
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CRISC, or equivalent
Experience building and scaling security organizations
10+ years of experience in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or Security Engineering roles
5+ years of leadership experience managing security teams and managers
Proven experience leading security programs in large-scale, high-growth organizations
Strong background across multiple security domains, including Security Engineering, Security Operations, Cloud Security, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, and Governance
Extensive experience securing cloud-native environments (AWS, GCP, Azure)
Deep understanding of security architecture, security controls, and modern security technologies
Experience working with regulatory frameworks, audits, compliance programs, and risk management processes
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives across Engineering, Infrastructure, Product, and Business teams
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Fluent English, with extensive experience working with global teams and international stakeholders
Nice to have :
Experience in fintech, financial services, or highly regulated environments
Experience leading AI Security initiatives or security automation programs
Hands-on experience with modern security platforms such as CrowdStrike, Wiz, Okta, SIEM, and Identity solutions
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CRISC, or equivalent
Experience building and scaling security organizations
This position is open to all candidates.
