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title: 'Director, Information Technology & Security at Affirm'
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# Director, Information Technology & Security at Affirm

- **Company:** Affirm
- **Location:** United States
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-02-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/affirm/jobs/7607567003

## Job description

Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.

Remote US

The Director, Information Technology & Security will serve as a key member of the Bank's Management Team, serving as the Chief Information Security Officer, and will be responsible for establishing and leading the Bank's information security and cybersecurity programs. As the Bank prepares to launch as a de novo Industrial Loan Company (ILC), this leader will design and implement an enterprise-wide security framework that meets FDIC and state regulatory expectations, supports the Bank's risk appetite, and protects customer and institutional data.

This is a blended leadership role requiring both high-level strategic influence and deep technical execution. You will lead the development of information security governance, technical controls, and oversight of infrastructure and engineering, ensuring a strong and scalable security posture from inception. This leader must be a practitioner at heart—willing to "roll up their sleeves" to lead the technical build phase, collaborate closely with engineering on architecture, and ensure security is integrated into every aspect of the Bank's systems and operations.

## What You’ll Do

- Oversee infrastructure design and IT Engineering
- Information Security Program Development
- Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Information Security Program consistent with FDIC guidance (e.g., FIL-66-2019, FIL-13-2021) and the Interagency Guidelines Establishing Information Security Standards.
- Develop and oversee policies, standards, and procedures governing cybersecurity, data protection, and incident response.
- Ensure alignment with the Bank’s overall risk management and governance frameworks.
- Provide regular reporting to executive management and the Board on the Bank’s security posture, emerging risks, and mitigation efforts.
- Lead the technical build phase of the Bank's infrastructure, providing direct oversight and hands-on guidance for cloud security and DevOps integration.
- Partner deeply with Engineering to define and implement secure technical architectures, including network segmentation, encryption standards, and identity governance.
- Cybersecurity and Threat Management
- Establish and manage a threat monitoring and detection capability to identify, assess, and respond to cybersecurity risks.
- Oversee implementation of layered security controls (e.g., network segmentation, encryption, access controls, endpoint protection, vulnerability management).
- Lead the Bank’s Incident Response Program, ensuring timely escalation and coordination with regulators when required.
- Maintain relationships with information-sharing groups (e.g., FS-ISAC) and law enforcement to stay informed of emerging threats.
- Third-Party and Affiliate Risk Oversight
- Evaluate the information security posture of third-party and affiliate service providers in accordance with the Bank’s Vendor Management Program and FDIC third-party risk guidance.
- Establish due diligence, ongoing monitoring, and contractual requirements for vendors handling sensitive data or performing critical services.
- Coordinate with Operations, Compliance, and Internal Audit to ensure third-party risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated.
- Manage the technical lifecycle of security-critical third-party service providers, ensuring rigorous operational oversight of vendors handling sensitive financial data.
- Data Governance and Privacy Protection
- Ensure compliance with applicable privacy and data protection requirements (e.g., GLBA, Regulation P, state privacy laws).
- Implement processes to safeguard customer information and prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
- Partner with business and technology teams to integrate privacy-by-design principles into new products and services.
- Business Continuity and Resilience
- Assist Risk Officer in development and testing of the Bank’s Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) plans, ensuring they are integrated with information security objectives.
- Coordinate regular testing and simulations to validate readiness for cyber incidents and system disruptions.
- Support resilience planning for key systems, vendors, and communication protocols.
- De Novo and Pre-Opening Readiness
- Build and document the Bank’s technology and information security program as part of the de novo application process.
- Establish security architecture, monitoring tools, and vendor relationships prior to launch.
- Prepare readiness materials for FDIC and state examinations related to cybersecurity and operational resilience.
- Ensure security risk assessments and third-party reviews are completed and incorporated into pre-opening milestones.
- Leadership and Culture
- Serve as the Bank’s senior advocate for cybersecurity and data protection, promoting a culture of security awareness and accountability.
- Provide training and guidance across the organization to enhance information security awareness.
- Collaborate with peers in Risk, Compliance, Operations, and Technology to align security priorities with business strategy.
- Build and lead a capable, mission-driven security team to support the Bank’s evolving needs.

## What We Look For

- Minimum of 10 years of experience in information technology, and security and technology risk management, with a proven track record of moving between strategic planning and hands-on technical execution.
- Demonstrated experience designing and implementing information security programs compliant with FDIC and FFIEC standards.
- Strong familiarity with third-party risk frameworks and financial services cybersecurity expectations.
- Experience leading incident response, penetration testing, and security operations in cloud-based and hybrid environments.
- Proven ability to communicate complex technical topics to executive leadership, the Board, and regulators.
- Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills with a risk-based and pragmatic approach to decision-making.
- Deep expertise in cloud-native infrastructure (AWS/GCP), DevOps practices, and software-defined security controls.
- Demonstrated ability to "roll up sleeves" and contribute directly to the technology build while simultaneously managing executive stakeholders and regulators.

Core Competencies

- Expert knowledge of information security principles, frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
- Strategic thinker with strong operational execution and control discipline.
- Effective communicator capable of influencing across technical and business functions.
- Collaborative leader who fosters a culture of accountability, awareness, and continuous improvement.

Affirm Values

At Affirm, we live by our values: People Come First, No Fine Print, It’s On Us, Simplify, and Push the Envelope. As CCO, you will embody these principles while building the foundation of Affirm Bank as a trusted, transparent, and innovative financial institution.

## Compensation & Benefits

Base Pay Grade - T

Equity Grade - 14

Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills.

Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents). In addition, the employees may be eligible for equity rewards offered by Affirm Holdings, Inc. (parent company).

USA Pacific base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $300,000 - $360,000

USA Sapphire base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $267,000 - $327,000

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

#LI-Remote

Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.

We’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits that are anchored to our core value of people come first. Some key highlights of our benefits package include:

- Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents
- Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses
- Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge
- ESPP - An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount

We believe It’s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.

[For U.S. positions that could be performed in Los Angeles or San Francisco] Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Affirm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge that you have read Affirm's [Global Candidate Privacy Notice](https://www.affirm.com/global-candidate-privacy-notice) and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as described therein.

## About Affirm

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Affirm is a financial technology company that offers transparent, flexible buy now, pay later (BNPL) installment loans, a debit card, and a savings account, enabling consumers to pay over time without hidden fees.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NASDAQ: AFRM)
- **Headquarters**: San Francisco, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2012
- **Founders**: Max Levchin, Nathan Gettings, Jeffrey Kaditz, Alex Rampell

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Financial services – point-of-sale lending, digital payments, consumer banking.
- **Target customers**: B2C (consumers seeking flexible payment options) and B2B (merchants of all sizes, from SMBs to enterprise retailers).
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To deliver honest financial products that improve lives, offering transparency with no late fees or hidden charges.

## Products & Services
- **Adaptive Checkout**: An AI-powered checkout flow that optimizes payment options for each consumer.
- **AdaptAI**: A suite of AI tools for merchants to personalize offers and manage risk.
- **BoostAI**: An AI-driven feature that dynamically adjusts installment terms to increase approval rates.
- **Split Pay**: A BNPL product that lets consumers split purchases into biweekly payments.
- **Affirm Card**: A Visa debit card that allows cardholders to pay over time at any merchant that accepts Visa.
- **Affirm Money Account**: A high-yield savings account and debit card, held with Cross River Bank, Member FDIC.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: USD 5.17 billion (as of July 2026)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – USD 3.22 billion (trailing twelve months as of Q3 FY2026). Total funding raised (including debt financing) – USD 9.57 billion.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Partners include Bed Bath & Beyond, Royal Caribbean, Stripe (UK), Google, Costco, and Backcountry. Investors include Morgan Stanley, Sixth Street, and CPP Investments.
- **Growth Signals**: Nearly 27 million active consumers, 515,000 active merchants, and over $46 billion in Gross Merchandise Volume (LTM as of March 31, 2026). Revenue grew to $3.22B, and the company achieved positive net income of $52M in FY2025. Headcount increased 1.1% YoY to 2,132 employees, with active job postings up 103.8% year-over-year.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Transparency-first model**: No late fees, no compounding interest – a key differentiator in the BNPL space.
- **Machine learning underwriting**: Proprietary risk models that evaluate each transaction in real-time, reducing defaults while maintaining high approval rates.
- **Large merchant network**: 515,000+ active merchants, including major retailers, providing broad consumer reach.
- **Integrated ecosystem**: The Affirm Card and Money Account create a sticky financial platform beyond just checkout loans.

## Strategic Focus
- **International expansion**: Currently operating in the U.S., Canada, and the UK, with recent partnerships (e.g., Stripe in UK, Royal Caribbean in UK/Canada) signaling further global growth.
- **AI & personalization**: Continued investment in AI tools (AdaptAI, BoostAI) to improve merchant conversion and consumer experience.
- **Affirm Card growth**: Driving adoption of the card as a daily payment method, with 4.4 million card active consumers.
- **Capital partnerships**: Renewing and expanding capital partnerships (e.g., CPP Investments) to fund loan origination.

## Why Work Here
- **Remote-first culture**: Most roles are remote within the employee’s home country, with a simple, transparent compensation structure.
- **Generous benefits**: 18 weeks of paid parental leave for birth and non-birth parents, plus a 4-week return-to-work transition at full pay. 20 company-wide paid days off (“Away Days”) to collectively recharge. Flexible time off, mental healthcare programs, and “spending wallets” for tech, food, lifestyle, and family planning.
- **Learning & development**: Exciting learning programs to level up growth.
- **Employee community**: Active employee resource groups and supportive communities.
- **Compensation**: Transparent, flexible, remote-first structure. Example: Senior Software Engineer median salary ~$207,029/year.
- **Workplace ratings**: 3.8/5 on LinkedIn (638 reviews), with compensation rated 4.4/5, culture 3.6/5, and work-life balance 3.6/5.
- **Engineering culture**: Heavy technical team (29% of workforce in engineering/technical roles), with strong talent from PayPal, Amazon, Google, and Stripe.

## Sources
1. [affirm.com/careers](https://www.affirm.com/careers)
2. [linkedin.com/company/affirm](https://www.linkedin.com/company/affirm)
3. [investors.affirm.com/newsroom](https://investors.affirm.com/news-events/newsroom?page=1)

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