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A leading global software development company is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead the strategic and operational direction of its global information security program. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of enterprise security in cloud-native environments, a pragmatic risk-management mindset, and a strong ability to align security with business goals.Key Responsibilities:Define and execute a global information security strategy aligned with company-wide objectives.Lead and evolve enterprise-wide security governance, architecture, and operational frameworks across application, infrastructure, and data domains.Establish and manage security policies, standards, and procedures across development, operations, and compliance teams.Own incident response, vulnerability management, and disaster recovery planning and testing.Serve as the primary point of contact for all security matters across internal and external stakeholders.Monitor emerging threats and ensure proactive mitigation aligned with current industry best practices.Collaborate with Engineering and DevOps teams to embed security by design into the SDLC.Drive company-wide awareness, training, and security culture initiatives.Oversee audits, certifications, and compliance with ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and other relevant frameworks.Ideal Candidate Profile:10+ years in Information Security leadership roles, ideally in high-growth software or SaaS organisations.Strong technical foundation in application security, cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), IAM, and secure SDLC practices.Proven track record in building and scaling security teams and programs.Experience navigating complex international regulatory and compliance landscapes.Executive-level communication and stakeholder management skills.Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are preferred.Why Join:Be part of a purpose-driven organisation building impactful digital solutions across sectors.Join an international team with strong innovation culture and a modern tech stack.Opportunity to shape and lead a strategic function with executive visibility.Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits.