Job Description

About GeoComply

We’re GeoComply! We are at the forefront of geolocation, cybersecurity, and anti-fraud innovation, developing and delivering cutting-edge technologies to help ensure regulatory compliance, combat bad online actors, alleviate user friction, and protect businesses from fraud.

Achieving significant business and revenue growth over the past three years and dubbed a tech “Unicorn,” GeoComply has been trusted by leading global brands and regulators for over ten years. Our compliance-grade geolocation technology solutions are installed on over 400 million devices and analyze over 12 billion transactions a year.

At the heart of it all is the people, united by a deep commitment to problem-solving and revolutionizing how people and businesses use the internet to instill confidence in every online interaction. With teams across five countries, three continents, and a global customer base, we have no plans to slow down.

As the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at GeoComply, you will be the key architect of our information security strategy, responsible for building a robust security culture and infrastructure that aligns with the company’s ambitious growth plans. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will shape GeoComply’s cybersecurity posture, ensuring the protection of our assets, intellectual property, and customer data while meeting stringent regulatory requirements. You will work closely with the executive leadership team, internal stakeholders, and external regulators to navigate the complexities of a rapidly changing digital security landscape.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a best-in-class security organization that supports GeoComply’s growth while positioning us as a leader in security and compliance across the industries we serve.

• Set and execute the global cybersecurity vision, aligning security initiatives with GeoComply’s business objectives and growth strategy.
• Own the information security roadmap, guiding the organization through a constantly evolving threat landscape and ensuring long-term security resilience.
• Partner with executive leadership to influence key business decisions, ensuring cybersecurity is embedded into the company’s operational framework and future planning, including our IPO preparations.

• Establish a risk-based security framework that protects the company’s critical infrastructure and data, while adapting to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Champion regulatory compliance efforts by leading key initiatives such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR, ensuring full readiness for audits and certifications.
• Lead GeoComply’s global risk management program, ensuring proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of security risks across all facets of the business.
• Incident Management: Lead all aspects of the company’s incident management program and processes, including incident response and breach notification, regulatory communications, and resolution. Partner with internal stakeholders to drive root cause assessment and corrective action.

• Serve as the primary representative for GeoComply’s security strategy, engaging with board members, investors, regulators, and key industry partners to articulate the company’s security posture and priorities.
• Foster strong relationships with regulatory bodies and law enforcement, ensuring alignment with current and future legal and regulatory landscapes.
• Represent GeoComply globally, shaping industry standards, influencing cybersecurity policy, and positioning the company as a leader in secure digital transactions.

• Cultivate a security-first culture by empowering teams across the organization to prioritize security, providing education, and ensuring continuous improvement in security awareness.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire the global information security team, developing future leaders and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
• Shape the organization’s future cybersecurity talent strategy, ensuring the right capabilities are in place to support the company’s ambitious growth and technological advancements.

• Visionary leader with deep technical expertise and strategic foresight.
• You thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about building secure digital ecosystems that support innovation and growth.
• You enjoy the executive-level strategy and the hands-on leadership required to build a world-class security program.
• Proven experience as a CISO or equivalent leadership role in a fast-paced, high-growth environment within technology, ideally in gaming and/or financial services and in highly regulated industries.
• Engineering Mindset winning the trust and respect of software and infrastructure engineers, seen as a trusted advisor and engaged quickly and eagerly.
• Exceptional leadership capabilities, with a demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, influence senior executives, and drive cultural change.
• Deep understanding of risk management and compliance frameworks such as ISO27001 and SOC2 and the ability to balance business objectives with security needs.
• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with executive leadership, board members, customers, regulators, and other external stakeholders, as well as internal employees, team members, and peers.
• A forward-thinking mindset that can anticipate emerging threats and opportunities, adapting strategies to safeguard the company’s future.

Salary and Benefits

$175,000 - $300,000 a year. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several global markets. The salary for this position ranges based on location and experience. Pay is based on several factors evaluated throughout the interview, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to our competitive salary package, we also offer the following personal and professional development benefits:

• Performance-based bonus
• Equity plans
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Extended health benefits
• Generous Learning & Development Allowance
• Sports and Physical Wellness budget (30% of L&D Allowance)
• Charitable and DEI initiatives
• Team-building events

Apply Now!

Interested in joining our team? Send us your resume and a cover letter. We can’t wait to meet you!

Commitment to Diversity and Equity.

If you don't tick every box in this job description, please don't rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who value inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage, and integrity rather than ticking boxes, so if this resonates with you, please apply.

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We do not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs or resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written agreement in place for this position will be considered the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired by GeoComply due to an agency referral where no existing agreement exists with the GeoComply Talent Acquisition Team. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions must be through engagement by the GeoComply Talent Acquisition Team.

Why GeoComply?

Joining the GeoComply team means you’ll be part of an award-winning company to work, learn and grow. We are fast-paced, high-impact, and have a can-do team culture.

To be successful in our organization, you need an eager attitude, professionalism, and the confidence to willingly work to prove yourself and your ideas, and earn the trust of the organization.

Here’s why we think you’d love working with us.

We’re working towards something big

We’ve built a reputation as the global market leader for geolocation compliance solutions for over 10 years. We’re trusted by customers from all over the world, and the next few years will be particularly exciting as we continue to scale across new markets.

Our values aren’t just a buzzword

Our values are the foundation for what we as a company care about most. They signify the commitment we make to each other around how we act and what we stand for. They are our north star as we work together to build a company we’re all proud to be a part of.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are

In collaboration with our team and external partners, we promote DEI in our recruitment and hiring practices; scholarships and financial aid; training and mentorship programs; employee benefits, and more.

Learning is at the heart of our employee experience

At GeoComply, we foster an environment that empowers every employee to gain the knowledge and abilities needed to perform at their very best and help our organization grow. From a professional development budget to local training opportunities, knowledge-sharing sessions and more, we are continually investing in employee career growth and development.

We believe in being a force for good

We profoundly care about our impact on the world and strive to make meaningful contributions to the communities we work and live in. Our Impact division focuses on philanthropic and social responsibility initiatives, including supporting]]> <

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