IT Security Manager
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Responsibilities: Infrastructure Protection: Plan, design, and build, run cybersecurity frameworks specifically for virtual asset trading and management platforms. Blockchain Security: Implement protocols for hot/cold wallet management, private key protection, and smart contract security audits. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the firm meets local standards (e.g., SFC guidelines or HKMA circulars) and international frameworks like ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST CSF.
Incident Response: Lead the defense against cyber threats and manage real-time responses to security breaches or unauthorized asset transfers. Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on the digital asset custody system. Governance: Formulate and enforce internal security policies tailored to the high-risk nature of virtual asset exchanges.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or Cyber Security. Experience: Typically 5 – 8+ years in information security, with specialized experience in blockchain/virtual asset security or fintech. Certifications: Industry – standard credentials such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly preferred, but not a must.
Technical Depth: Expertise in cloud infrastructure security (AWS/Azure), cryptography, and security monitoring tools like SIEM, PAM, IAM or EDR. Soft Skills: Ability to translate complex technical risks to C-suite stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.