Chief Information Security Officer(vCISO) / Compliance Officer

Work Week: Sunday - ThursdayWork Timings: 9 AM - 6 PM (Saudi Arabian Time Zone)About UsSoum is on a mission to revolutionize e-commerce in the MENA region and beyond by building the most convenient and trustworthy re-commerce marketplace in the region. We're reshaping how C2C marketplaces operate, making buying and selling second-hand products seamless and reliable. Since our launch in July 2021, Soum has become one of the fastest-growing startups in the region, achieving rapid expansion in both our team and product offerings. In recognition of our impact and growth, we were proudly named one of the Top 10 LinkedIn Startups in Saudi Arabia for 2024.Job SummaryWe are looking for a virtual cybersecurity or compliance expert to guide our security posture, particularly as we move into regulated spaces like auto-financing. The role is ideal for someone with extensive regulatory familiarity and previous experience operating in a strategic advisory capacity.Key ResponsibilitiesLead compliance audits aligned with KSA regulations, especially SAMA frameworksReview and implement data security strategies across departmentsSupport regulatory submissions and responses for fintech operationsOversee documentation and data protection practicesCoordinate with product and legal teams to maintain standardsIdeal ProfileSaudi national 6+ years experienceDeep understanding of SAMA regulatory requirements and KSA cybersecurity lawPrior role as vCISO or senior security/compliance consultantExperience operating through or with an agency setup (ideal)Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2 compliance standardsAbility to lead cross‑functional audit and compliance efforts across departments#J-18808-Ljbffr