Head of Infrastructure & Cybersecurity

We are seeking a visionary and technically proficient Head of Infrastructure & Cybersecurity to lead and scale our global SaaS infrastructure operations. This role combines high-level strategy with hands-on expertise in managing large-scale, secure, and resilient IT systems — including network infrastructure, cloud, data center, and cybersecurity.

• Lead and manage all IT infrastructure initiatives including LAN/WAN, routing, switching, data centers, and cloud platforms.
• Own the design, implementation, and monitoring of secure and scalable infrastructure for SaaS-based fintech applications.
• Develop and enforce cybersecurity and IAM policies, disaster recovery protocols, and compliance measures (ISO, GDPR, etc.).
• Drive infrastructure innovation using modern technologies such as Cisco UCS, SD-WAN, Fortinet, and virtualized environments.
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to align infrastructure strategies with product requirements and deployment pipelines.
• Ensure zero-downtime environments, high availability, and strong data protection measures for mission-critical systems.
• Lead infrastructure audits, penetration testing, risk assessments, and continuous monitoring.
• Manage vendor relationships, licensing, and procurement in line with budget and compliance goals.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing infrastructure and security engineering team.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity leadership.
• Proven track record in managing enterprise-level network and cloud infrastructure (Cisco, Fortinet, Azure/AWS/GCP).
• Strong expertise in VPN technologies, L2/L3 protocols, DCI, and unified computing platforms.
• Familiarity with simulation/emulation tools (GNS3, Cisco UCS Emulator, etc.).
• Deep understanding of security frameworks and certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCDP, NSE4).
• Experience in high-growth SaaS, fintech, or technology product environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

• Fortinet NSE 4 or higher
• Cisco CCDP/CCNP
• Cloud certification (Azure/AWS/GCP - optional)