Senior Security Architect - Cloud & DevSecOps Specialist

Senior Security Architect - Cloud & DevSecOps Specialist
As our Senior Security Architect, you’ll be at the forefront of safeguarding Deriv’s assets in the heart of Dubai’s thriving security ecosystem. Our Dubai office, a dynamic hub for innovation, offers you the chance to collaborate with top talent from around the world. Imagine architecting security solutions that protect not only Deriv’s assets but also the financial futures of millions of traders globally. Dubai’s unique blend of luxury and opportunity, coupled with the chance to make a real impact on the future of fintech security, awaits you.

Your challenges and mission:

• Be the guardian of our digital assets, playing a crucial role in protecting Deriv’s assets and our clients’ trust by staying vigilant and anticipating potential threats.
• Lead the charge in DevSecOps by collaborating with teams across Deriv to champion a “security-first” mindset, making security a natural part of our development process.
• Champion CI/CD security by implementing security measures within our CI/CD pipelines to ensure seamless integration of security into our workflow.
• Ensure our systems are rock solid by maintaining the highest standards of protection through comprehensive security reviews of all new and updated systems, platforms, and applications.
• Safeguard our financial ecosystem by ensuring the security and integrity of our payment systems, protecting clients’ financial transactions, and building a robust security framework.
• Stay ahead of the curve by keeping informed about emerging threats and technologies, ensuring our security measures are always up-to-date and effective.

Requirements:

• 10+ years in information security, focusing on cloud security, security architecture & design, and DevSecOps.
• Proven success in designing secure architectures for large-scale, cloud-native applications.
• Deep understanding of security best practices across various layers.
• Expertise in securing payment systems and ensuring financial industry compliance.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
• Strong coding and security process automation skills.
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.

Benefits:

• Market-based salary.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Medical insurance.
• Housing and transportation allowance.
• Casual dress code.
• Opportunities to work with top talent from across the globe (70+ nationalities).
• Ample team-building and bonding activities.
• Great overseas travel opportunities.

Join our award-winning team and let's transform financial markets together!