Head of Security

Ethena Labs is at the forefront of the next wave of DeFi, dedicated to building products for modern finance. Ethena is a synthetic dollar protocol built on Ethereum that provides a crypto-native solution for money, USDe, alongside a globally accessible dollar savings asset, sUSDe. Our core mission is to provide truly crypto-native financial solutions that are globally accessible and bridge the gap between TradFi and the digital asset economy.

- Develop and execute a holistic security strategy encompassing cybersecurity, blockchain security, physical security, and operational security. - Oversee blockchain and smart contract security, including audits and secure key management. - Build and enforce a robust cybersecurity framework, including threat detection systems and secure DevOps practices. - Manage physical security operations, including access controls and site audits. - Drive compliance and regulatory alignment, achieving milestones such as SOC 2 and ISO 270001. - Establish incident response and crisis management plans. - Foster a security-first culture through training and workshops. - Lead and scale the security team, hiring and mentoring engineers. - Implement real-time monitoring and threat intelligence. - Manage security budgets and vendor relationships.

- 10+ years of progressive experience in security leadership roles. - Proven track record in developing comprehensive security strategies. - Strong leadership skills with experience building high-performing teams. - Expertise in incident response, crisis management, and compliance frameworks. - Proficiency in secure software development and infrastructure security. - Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. - Strategic thinker with adaptability in dynamic environments. - Experience in budget and vendor management. - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.

- Join a forward-thinking, crypto-native company. - Work alongside a passionate and innovative team. - Enjoy a flexible, remote-friendly work environment. - Opportunities for growth and learning.

Ethena Labs is a decentralized finance protocol built on Ethereum that issues synthetic dollar assets designed to function independently of traditional banking infrastructure. Its core product is USDe, a synthetic dollar backed by crypto collateral and delta-hedged derivatives, alongside sUSDe, a yield-bearing Internet Bond, and USDtb, a fiat-backed stablecoin.