About the role

Our Client
Our client is a digital-first organisation operating critical platforms with high data sensitivity and regulatory oversight. Cybersecurity is a strategic priority for the business.
The Role
The Chief Information Security Officer will lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and compliance. This role will oversee security architecture, governance frameworks, and incident response. A key mandate will be aligning cybersecurity posture with regulatory and national standards. The CISO will advise executive leadership and the board on cyber risk and resilience. The role will also manage third-party security providers and internal security teams.
Candidate Profile
Candidates must have senior cybersecurity leadership experience within regulated or enterprise environments. Strong exposure to risk frameworks, compliance, and security operations is essential. Experience in Saudi Arabia or similar regulatory markets is highly preferred. The ideal profile combines technical depth with executive communication skills. Industry certifications are strongly valued.
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Technology & IT Operations Chief Information Security Officer Executive level

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Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Chief Information Security Officer role.
How would you approach your first 30 days at Foreground LLC?
Which of Operations, Chief and Information have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
How have you led people, improved a process, or made a hard decision in a previous role?
How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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What would success look like in the first 90 days?
What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
What does a normal working week look like for this role?

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I am interested in the Chief Information Security Officer role because I can bring practical experience in Operations, Chief and Information, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Foreground LLC needs from this hire.

Chief Information Security Officer

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