Director of Information Security

Webull is the leading digital investment platform built on next-generation global infrastructure. We serve tens of millions of users from over 180 countries, providing retail investors 24/7 access to financial markets around the world. Customers have up-to-the-minute market data, news, and powerful analytical tools at their fingertips to help formulate their investment strategies. Users can put those strategies to work on our trading platform, where they can trade global stocks, ETFs, options, futures, crypto currencies, and fractional shares. Webull also offers investment education services, with lessons covering a wide range of topics.

About The Role & Team

As our Director of Information Security, you will report to our Group President and drive the information security vision, strategy and direction. In this key leadership position, you will be responsible for building and maintaining a robust security framework that protects company assets, client data, and ensure regulatory compliance across our products and infrastructure.

In This Role, You Will

• Develop and execute the company’s information security and cybersecurity strategy aligned with business goals.
• Own and manage enterprise-wide data and cybersecurity risks.
• Establish and maintain security policies, protocols, and incident response plans.
• Lead security governance, compliance, and audit initiatives (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, GDPR, GLBA).
• Oversee security operations, including threat monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and incident detection and response.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Product, Legal, Compliance, and Operations to embed security by design, and with Internal Audit for periodic operational effectiveness testing.
• Provide security training and awareness programs across the organization.
• Evaluate and implement new security tools, technologies, and processes.
• Manage relationships with external partners, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing security team.
• Report regularly to the executive team and board on security posture and risks.

The Skills You Bring

• Ten+ years of progressive experience in information security, including 5+ years in a leadership role, manager level and above, ideally within fintech or financial services.
• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, tools and best practices.
• Experience with securing cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Expertise in data privacy regulations and compliance standards.
• Proven experience managing security incidents, audits, and third-party risks.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Strong leadership skills to motivate and guide a specialized team.
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP).

Why Webull?

Webull is more than a fintech company—we’re a global community of innovators, collaborators, and trailblazers. Headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL, Webull operates in 15 regions worldwide, serving over 20 million users. At Webull, your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your work makes a real impact.

Investing in our people is a top priority for us, which is why we have a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: 100% paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents, vision insurance, and more!
• Financial Support: 401(k) match, commuter benefits for NY positions, and short-term disability coverage.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous time off that incr