FalconX is the most advanced digital asset platform for institutions. We provide trade execution, credit & treasury management, prime offering and market making services. Given our global operations, industry-leading technology and deep liquidity, we have facilitated client transactions of $1 trillion in volume. Our products & services are regulated, compliant and trusted.

We are a team of engineers, product builders, institutional sales and trading leaders, operations experts, and business strategists. Our teammates have entrepreneurial experience and come from companies such as Google, Apple, Paypal, Citadel, Bridgewater, and Goldman Sachs. And, we embody our values: Think big; Drive bold outcomes; Be one team; Iterate with speed; and be an entrepreneur.

We prioritize learning. Outcomes are mission-critical, but we also believe that learning in success and in failure will drive our continued success. Our industry is emergent - there’s no shortage of experiments to get involved with and to continue growing and learning together.

Qualifications

BS or MS degree in Computer Information Systems or related field
7+ years of experience with security GRC initiatives
Candidate must be able to assimilate knowledge quickly, understand stakeholder’s business challenges/risks, and act as a trusted advisor to lead change, policy adoption, and monitor compliance against policies and standards
Experience with onboarding and monitoring cybersecurity controls in cloud environments
Experience managing SOC2, ISO, PCI DSS, or other compliance standards and framework programs
Strong knowledge of security risk management and running audits/certification programs
Have knowledge of NIST 800-53/800-37, NIST CSF, SOC 2, PCI, and/or ISO 27001 standards, integrated controls framework, and evaluating design and effectiveness of IT controls working directly with auditors, regulators, investors
Experience defining compliance roadmaps based on customer requirements, compliance documentation, and ensuring that committed assessments are delivered on schedule
Experience with GRC tool implementation
CISA, CISSP, PCI QSA, AWS certifications) or equivalent expertise
Technical fluency: comfortable understanding and discussing technology concepts, experience evaluating tradeoffs and new opportunities with technical team members

Responsibilities

The Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team handles a wide range of cross-functional activities, from security compliance certifications and audits, to risk management, inbound and outbound due diligence, third-party risk management, security awareness, policy and procedures, and more
Each of these ongoing parallel activities entails interpreting and setting requirements, assessing the effectiveness of security controls, risk-based decision-making, cross-functional collaboration and communication, and staying up-to-date on security best practices and how changes in the evolving threat landscape need to inform our strategy
We are seeking an experienced Security Compliance lead responsible for monitoring and governing security controls in the cloud based on regulatory/compliance requirements and industry standards
Oversee audit and governance management: optimize year-round compliance, audit, and regulatory efforts for Falconx and subsidiaries
Build and maintain an integrated cybersecurity controls framework
Monitor and report on compliance against Information Security policies and standards
Maintain security compliance programs within a GRC or compliance automation solution
Facilitate governance and track remediation within SLAs for vulnerabilities, gaps, and control deficiencies and work with business stakeholders to establish plans for sustainable resolution
Define and execute existing or new compliance initiatives (i.e, SOC2, PCI, FFIEC CAT, NIST CSF, DORA etc)
Work independently to conduct compliance quantitative assessments from beginning to end with minimal supervision, manage key stakeholder relationships
Identify the root cause of control gaps and exceptions and suggest remediation steps
Maintain a cybersecurity risk register.
Prioritize and drive cross-functional remediation efforts for identified gaps based on risk impact and criticality.
Compile and present compliance posture via metrics and dashboards.

Base pay for this role is expected to be between $195,000 and $250,000 USD. This expected base pay range is based on information at the time this post was generated. This role will also be eligible for other forms of compensation such as a performance linked bonus, equity, and a competitive benefits package. Actual compensation for a successful candidate will be determined based on a number of factors such as skillset, experience, and qualifications.

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FalconX is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and safe workspace for all people. Our roles are intended for people from all walks of life. We encourage all those interested in applying to our organization to submit an application regardless if you are missing some of the listed background requirements, skills, or experiences!

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