Deputy CISO

Description

At Sunbit, we're building financial technology that puts people first. By combining intelligent decisioning with a personalized, transparent approach, we help consumers access the payment options that are right for them while empowering merchants to build stronger customer relationships.

Engineering is at the heart of how we make that happen. We build scalable distributed systems, cloud-native services, intelligent data platforms, and AI-powered solutions that enable real-time financial decisions at scale. By leveraging modern engineering practices and integrating AI into both our products and development workflows, we solve complex technical challenges, accelerate innovation, and continuously improve the way we build software. Every service, model, and architectural decision we make directly impacts our products, our customers, and the future of financial technology.

About the Role

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

Organizational Leadership & Business Partnership

• Lead and mentor multiple security teams, including Security Operations and Security Engineering, through direct management of team leaders and global security personnel
• Build scalable operating models, KPIs, governance processes, and organizational structures that support Sunbit's rapid growth and global expansion
• Partner closely with Engineering, Infrastructure, Product, IT, Legal, Compliance, Privacy, Risk, and Business leaders to ensure security enables business objectives while managing risk appropriately
• Collaborate extensively with US-based stakeholders and cross-functional teams in a dynamic global environment
• Drive the adoption of AI, automation, and emerging technologies to improve security effectiveness, operational efficiency, and scalability
• Drive alignment between security priorities, business goals, customer commitments, and regulatory requirements
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, operational excellence, and security ownership across the organization
• Ensure security initiatives scale effectively with company growth, evolving technologies, and expanding business operations
• Serve as a key escalation point and decision-maker for complex organizational, operational, and security challenges

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• 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

Why This Role Is Different

• Strategic leadership position reporting directly to the CISO
• Opportunity to influence and shape the future of Security at Sunbit
• Ownership of both Security Operations and Security Engineering functions
• Lead managers and global security teams across multiple locations
• Drive cutting-edge initiatives in AI Security, Automation, and Cloud Security
• Join a rapidly growing fintech company where security is a key business enabler
• High visibility, broad impact, and a clear path for executive growth

Recruitment Fraud Disclaimer

We’ve been made aware of fraudsters impersonating Sunbit employees during the hiring process. Please note that all official communication will come from an @sunbit.com email address, through our applicant tracking platform @sunbit.comeet-notifications.com or directly via LinkedIn. We will never ask for your age, Social Security number, bank account details, payment of any kind, or other unrelated personal information during the application process. Our hiring process always includes interviews, either by phone, zoom, or in person, before any offer is made. If something feels suspicious, please contact us at HR to confirm. We ask that you contact HR only about potential instances of fraud. HR does not reach our recruiting team directly. Your application directly through the posting is the best way to ensure that your candidacy is reviewed by our team. Due to the volume of applications, we will not respond to nor forward emails about your candidacy that are sent to HR directly, and your email about your application will be deleted from our systems.