Embedding VC
Head of Security
San Francisco Bay Area · On-site · Director · Full-time · Posted Oct 13, 2026
About the job
Defines company-wide security architecture and strategy, leads security initiatives across critical systems, and advises the CTO on risks and investment priorities.
What you'll do
- Set the security architecture and phased roadmap, identifying systemic risks and prioritizing remediation.
- Lead security across wallet and key management, trading systems, identity and access, software development, and infrastructure.
- Build risk assessment, threat detection, and incident response capabilities; advise the CTO on emerging threats and priorities.
What they ask for
- Experience leading security for high-value assets or 24/7 mission-critical systems, with a track record of delivering change across teams.
- Ability to set long-term security direction while remaining hands-on with incident response and complex risk remediation.
- Strong technical judgment and ability to communicate risks clearly to business and technology leaders.
Nice to have
- Experience in financial services, payments, fintech, or digital assets.
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