Head of Information Security

Please note that we will only be able to accept candidates who have the appropriate rights and documentation for employment in Dubai.

Who We Are.

Axi is a leading global provider of margin and deliverable Foreign Exchange, Contracts for Difference (CFDs), and Financial Spread betting. Our business has evolved into a world-class, multifaceted brokerage with offices in six regions. With heavy investment in the latest trading technology, Axi seeks to offer the most comprehensive end-to-end trading experience available, servicing traders of all levels from beginners to institutional-level clients.

Let's talk about the cool stuff you do at Axi!

We are looking for a strategic security leader to own and drive Axi’s global security vision. This role combines deep technical credibility with the ability to design and execute a long-term security roadmap for a multi-region fintech/trading platform.

While the technical core will involve vulnerability assessment within CI/CD and Kubernetes environments, you will also lead the organisation’s defence across a broader spectrum of threats — including security of staff devices, protection of externally facing endpoints, mitigation of DDoS attacks, and prevention of data breaches.

You’ll work closely with two experienced in-house security engineers who already cover vulnerability management and policy compliance, enabling you to focus on strategic planning, architectural design, and stakeholder engagement at the highest level.

We welcome candidates with systems integrator or security vendor backgrounds, as they bring diverse exposure to enterprise-scale architectures and best-in-class security solutions.

Your EDGE Assignment/You Will

• Set and own the global security strategy, defining a multi-year roadmap covering infrastructure, cloud, and application security for a global trading environment.
• Lead the design of enterprise-wide security architectures for CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes clusters, and multi-cloud deployments (Azure focus).
• Assess and address broader security threats — from device security and endpoint hardening to DDoS mitigation and data breach prevention.
• Partner with technology, product, and business leaders to embed secure-by-design principles into every platform and process.
• Establish and enforce security reference architectures and solution patterns to ensure consistency, scalability, and compliance.
• Research emerging security technologies and evolving threats to keep the organisation ahead of the curve.
• Lead and mentor the global security engineering team, driving operational excellence and innovation.
• Represent Axi during audits, regulatory reviews, and high-level stakeholder discussions on security posture.

Are you the one?

• Proven experience leading security architecture and engineering at an enterprise or global scale.
• Background in system integrators or security vendors strongly preferred.
• Strong track record in vulnerability assessment within CI/CD pipelines and Kubernetes environments.
• Broad understanding of enterprise security threats, including device security, DDoS mitigation, and data protection.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to design and execute a security roadmap aligned to business objectives.
• Deep expertise in cloud security (Azure preferred) and infrastructure security design.
• Strong DevSecOps knowledge, embedding security into modern software delivery lifecycles.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Azure Security Architect/Engineer are an advantage.

Axi's bag of delights

• 25 Annual Leave days per year
• 5 Paid Study Leave days per year
• 1 Paid Volunteer Day per year
• Health and Dental Insurance upon commencement for self and options to include dependents
• Subsidised wellbeing initiative

Axi's interview journey

• Talent Acquisition Interview (45 mins)
• Hiring Manager Interview (60 mins)
• Skip Level Interview (60 mins)

Please note that our organization works with recruitment agencies on a pre-approved basis only. A recruitment agency that wishes to submit candidate profiles or resumes for consideration must obtain prior written consent from our talent acquisition team. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies, and we will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Should we receive an unsolicited resume from a recruitment agency that does not have prior written consent, we will not be responsible for the payment any fees related to the recruitment of the candidate represented in the unsolicited resume.

At Axi, we prioritise creating a workplace that upholds fairness and respect for all. We encourage every individual within our community to contribute towards a culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is treated with the dignity they deserve. We make all employment-related decisions—whether in hiring, compensation, training, performance reviews, or termination—based on merit and without bias, ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. We consciously work to identify and overcome any unconscious biases, with a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee and candidate feels genuinely welcomed and valued.