President of Cybersecurity - Fintech Security Leadership
About the job
A rapidly growing fintech platform serving millions of customers is seeking an executive-level leader to drive enterprise-wide information security and cybersecurity strategy. As President of Information and Cybersecurity, you will balance fast-paced innovation with world-class security governance, ensuring trust, resilience, and regulatory alignment across the organization. This role is positioned as a strategic business enabler at the highest leadership level.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and lead the enterprise-wide information security and IT risk management strategy.
- Partner with executive leadership to establish risk appetite, governance structures, and security priorities.
- Build, operate, and continuously enhance security policies, frameworks, and internal controls.
- Lead incident response, crisis management, and organization-wide security readiness initiatives.
- Develop and manage high-performing cybersecurity teams while aligning cross-functional stakeholders.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- 10+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, IT risk, or technology risk management.
- Senior leadership background in designing and executing enterprise security strategies.
- Hands-on experience working in regulated financial services or fintech environments.
- Deep expertise in security governance, risk frameworks, and compliance programs.
- Proven track record overseeing enterprise-scale incident response and security operations.
Soft Skills:
- Executive-level communication and strong stakeholder influence across business and technology.
- Confident decision-making under ambiguity and high-pressure environments.
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to drive security as a strategic differentiator.
Language Requirements:
- Japanese: Native level
- English: Fluent level
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience scaling security organizations in high-growth fintech or digital financial platforms.
- Strong understanding of security as a business enabler in customer-centric product environments.
About the Company
Morgan McKinley is partnering with a fast-growing digital financial services platform focused on building trust through secure, scalable technology. The organization combines startup agility with enterprise-grade governance requirements, viewing cybersecurity as a key driver of long-term growth and competitive advantage.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Highly competitive executive compensation (¥25M-¥30M).
- Direct influence on company-wide risk strategy and executive decision-making.
- Opportunity to shape cybersecurity for innovative, high-impact financial products.
- Culture that values autonomy, ownership, and continuous learning.
- Flexible work style including remote work, casual clothing, side business approval, and flex time.
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