Chief Executive Officer CEO

Job Description

We are seeking a visionary and accomplished Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead a dynamic cybersecurity startup. This executive role requires a strategic leader with a track record of success in high-growth tech environments, especially in the cybersecurity SaaS industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and execute the strategic direction and growth roadmap of the company
• Build and lead high-performing cross-functional teams with a culture of innovation
• Oversee R&D and product innovation in cybersecurity and risk, cyber crisis, IR and compliance automation
• Establish and maintain relationships with investors, partners, clients, and regulators
• Lead the development of cybersecurity innovation, including risk and crisis management and incident response methodologies
• Spearhead business development, M&A initiatives, and international expansion
• Oversee governance, privacy law compliance (e.g., GDPR, NIST), and risk management
• Represent the company as a thought leader at global cybersecurity events
• Oversee financial operations, including forecasting, resource allocation, and profitability
• Drive strategic content and roadmap, publish white papers, lead thought leadership, and establish industry credibility

Requirements

Education

• Law degree (LL.B.) with a specialization in international corporate law
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management, IT, or related field

Experience

• Minimum 4+ years in executive/senior leadership roles or similar (CEO, COO, etc.)
• Proven experience in cybersecurity, SaaS, compliance automation, and information security
• Demonstrated success in scaling tech startups and managing investor relations
• Extensive knowledge of cyber crisis and incident response, security methodologies, risks, and regulatory standards

Skills

• Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, privacy regulations, risk, cyber crisis and IR methodologies
• Strong financial and operational management capabilities
• Business acumen and strategic negotiation skills (including M&A)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Experience in scaling a SaaS company, including product R&D, or leading a high-growth company within the cybersecurity domain