Manager, EMEA Security Program Management

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August 18

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Coinbase

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Crypto • Finance • Fintech

Coinbase is a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows individuals and institutions to buy, sell, and trade various crypto assets such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. The company offers advanced trading tools, institutional solutions, and a self-hosted wallet for storing and managing cryptocurrencies. With a strong focus on security and transparency, Coinbase provides a trusted platform used by millions globally. It supports various features including staking, earning rewards, and spending crypto through their cards. Additionally, Coinbase provides developer tools and APIs for building onchain applications, making it a comprehensive hub for engaging in the crypto economy.

1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2012

₿ Crypto

💸 Finance

💳 Fintech

💰 $21.4M Post-IPO Equity on 2022-11

📋 Description

• Lead EMEA-focused security programmes by designing, launching and managing comprehensive compliance tracks across multiple jurisdictions, while liaising daily with U.S. shared-service partners • Drive 1st- and 2nd-line security programs in risk, controls, operations to chart a clear path to achieve business outcomes under MiCA, DORA, BAIT, GDPR and local frameworks • Collaborate with Information Security and Technology Risk and Controls teams to identify and manage risks, evolve controls, ensure compliance with applicable frameworks (SOX, SOC2 and ISO27001) and meet business objectives • Own the roadmap by defining success metrics, adoption targets and delivery milestones; monitor progress using both qualitative insights and quantitative KPIs • Identify cross-functional blockers proactively, assess impacts, and present clear mitigation plans to senior leadership • Continuously refine security templates, playbooks and metrics so they remain simple, repeatable and scalable across new markets • Mentor and grow a diverse team of program managers and contractors across EMEA and support the buildout of APAC

🎯 Requirements

• 8+ years in programme or project management roles, with 5+ years in security, risk or compliance • 3+ years managing and developing high-performing teams; excellent leadership and people‑management skills, with the ability to inspire, coach, and hold a distributed team accountable. • Native-level fluency in English, with proven ability to translate complex security and risk concepts for a predominantly U.S.-based leadership and engineering audience • Proven track record in a highly regulated ecosystem such as FinTech, payments or financial services • Hands-on experience managing outsourced security providers and tracking SLAs/KPIs to ensure delivery • Deep familiarity with EMEA frameworks (MiCA, DORA, BAIT, GDPR) and experience implementing cyber/security frameworks (NIST CSF, SOC2, ISO27001) • Strong ability to design straightforward processes that flex to solve novel challenges and evolving regulations • Excellent at distilling complex security risks into clear, concise updates for both technical teams and C-level stakeholders • Comfortable working in a distributed, multi-cultural environment across EMEA • Nice to have: • Broad understanding of security domains and controls, especially in M&A contexts • Experience leveraging automation or AI to accelerate programme delivery • Exposure to all three lines of defence (1st, 2nd and 3rd) in a financial services setting • Familiarity with crypto and blockchain technologies

🏖️ Benefits

• target bonus • target equity • benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)