Director, Security

Who are we? FalconX is a pioneering team of operators, investors, and builders committed to revolutionizing institutional access to the crypto markets. Operating at the intersection of traditional finance and cutting-edge technology, FalconX addresses the industry's foremost challenges: Navigating the digital asset market can be complex and fragmented, with limited products and services that support trading strategies, structures, and liquidity found in conventional financial markets. As a comprehensive solution for all digital asset strategies from start to scale, FalconX operates as the connective tissue empowering clients with seamless navigation through the ever- evolving cryptocurrency landscape. This role reports to the VP of Security and as the Director of Security , you will be responsible for leading our security strategy, focusing on either infrastructure or application security, based on your expertise. You will bring hands-on experience in security and incident management, along with a deep understanding of security architecture, detection, and monitoring systems. Your role will be critical in maintaining the integrity and safety of our financial systems, customer data, and business operations. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and execution of comprehensive security strategies for infrastructure or application security, ensuring alignment with industry best practices. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to embed security best practices into the development lifecycle. Incident Management  Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures, ensuring they are up-to-date and effective. Manage and coordinate incident response activities, ensuring timely and effective handling of security incidents. Work with the team on developing and implementing incident detection and response strategies.   Conduct regular training and drills for the incident response team and other relevant staff. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security practices into product development and operational processes. Serve as a liaison to communicate emerging risk information to and from the business units. Direct the evaluation, deployment, and management of security technologies and tools. Will manage a small team of security engineers in this role Foster a culture of continuous learning, improvement, and innovation within the Security team. Stay current with emerging security threats, technologies, and trends, adjusting strategies accordingly. Qualifications: Minimum of 10 years of experience in security, focusing on product or infrastructure security and incident management. Strong knowledge of security architecture, detection, monitoring, and incident response. Proven track record in leading security initiatives in the FinTech or related industries. Familiarity with cloud security best practices and architectures. Proficient in the latest cybersecurity technologies and tools. Excellent leadership and communication skills. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus. Onsite Requirements - 3 days a week in our NYC o