--- title: 'Vice President, Infrastructure and Security at FloatMe' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/vice-president-infrastructure-and-security-floatme-austin-hawyvhz9sh3p' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-05' --- # Vice President, Infrastructure and Security at FloatMe - **Company:** FloatMe - **Location:** Austin, TX - **Compensation:** $200k–$250k - **Employment:** full-time - **Posted:** 2026-08-31 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-05 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/floatme/70523e3f-2139-42a0-b7c4-2953d969a6cd ## Job description ## ABOUT THE ROLE We're hiring a Vice President, Infrastructure and Security to own and elevate our infrastructure strategy and security program at FloatMe. This role is an exciting opportunity for a security leader looking to grow into a CISO position. The ideal candidate should be very hands-on, not just a “policy manager”. We need someone who can sit in a compliance review one hour and be configuring security tooling themselves the next. Infrastructure - This candidate will have stewardship over our infrastructure including individual computer hardware, office infrastructure, cloud infrastructure, code security and infrastructure, app architecture and security, AI security, and critical partnerships architectures. Security - This candidate’s stewardship requires expertise in securing all of the above areas, help us pursue SOC2 compliance, and maintain the highest security for our users and staff. You’ll own our security roadmap, our compliance certifications, our partner security reviews, and the day-to-day technical operations that keep our members’ data safe. Hands-On Required - We’re a small, nimble team, which means this role requires the flexibility to switch gears between tactical execution and strategic planning. This role reports to our SVP of Engineering. If you’re excited to join a fast-moving fintech where you can build something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you! ## WHAT YOU’LL DO - Steer the architecture of our Cloud, Device, Code, App, AI, and Network infrastructure with a mind for security-first designs and plans. - Set the direction for a small number of our staff regarding our infrastructure design, security, integrations and partnerships, and more (IT, Data, and Security). - Serve as the primary security point of contact for our bank and fintech partners, completing security questionnaires, third-party risk assessments, and due diligence requests. - Own our SOC 2 Type II program end-to-end, including scoping, control design, evidence collection, and auditor management. - Maintain and strengthen our compliance posture across GLBA, PCI DSS, and other applicable financial services regulatory frameworks. - Manage and improve our core security infrastructure: SIEM, EDR, WAF, IAM, secrets management, and vulnerability scanning tools. - Conduct or manage regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments, and drive remediation to closure. - Lead incident response efforts — including hands-on triage, containment, forensics, post-incident review, and breach notification processes. - Build and run security awareness training and phishing simulations across the company. - Review and negotiate security requirements in partner and vendor contracts. - Partner cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Finance, and Legal to embed security into everything we build. - Develop and maintain our multi-year security roadmap and report security posture and risk to executive leadership. ## WHO YOU ARE - A driver and an “owner”, not a passenger - You make the plans for your area of ownership, you seek the buy-in you need, you propose the alternatives, you drive projects to completion, even if it means you do a big percentage of the work yourself. You will have support, but you will be getting “in the mud” with the rest of us. - A hands-on and self-driven security leader — You’re as comfortable writing a detection rule in your SIEM as you are presenting risk to the board. You don’t plan to delegate everything, hands-on as much as you can, and you don’t wait to be asked to own this space, you actually and truly must “own it” completely. - A compliance expert — You have deep, practical experience leading SOC 2 audits and navigating financial services frameworks like GLBA and PCI DSS. You know what auditors actually look for. - A skilled communicator — You can translate complex technical risk into plain language for bank partners, executives, and non-technical teammates. You’re a trusted voice in the room. - A builder and operator — You’re energized by building and improving things, not just inheriting them. You’re comfortable owning both strategy and execution simultaneously. - A collaborative team player — You work closely with engineering, product, and compliance without becoming a blocker. You protect the business without slowing it down. - Passionate about fintech — You understand the unique security and compliance landscape of consumer financial products and are excited about what we’re building. ## WHO YOU ARE NOT - An auditor or “paper pusher” — We need you to not only help us decide what security posture we need, but you will need to help implement that posture yourself. We’re a smaller but very effective team and really need this player to be very hands-on. - A recreational player - We are looking for someone hungry, competitive, and an impact player who can truly “cover” this area of our company, making us all sleep easier at night knowing that you have our security and infrastructure posture well-covered. ## REQUIREMENTS - 10+ years’ of progressive experience in information security, with at least 2 years in a senior IC or leadership role. Prior leadership experience in a role adjacent to “VP of Infrastructure and Security” preferred. The key here is that you can both be the thinker and leader we need, but also still feel very comfortable being hands-on. - Demonstrated hands-on experience leading SOC 2 Type I/II audits from scoping through certification. - Practical knowledge of GLBA, PCI DSS, and other financial services compliance requirements. - Direct experience managing bank partner or enterprise security reviews (e.g., SIG, CAIQ, VSA questionnaires). - Proficiency with cloud security (AWS and Cloudflare preferred), including IAM, VPCs, CloudTrail, GuardDuty, or equivalents. - Hands-on experience with penetration testing methodologies or managing third-party pen test engagements. - Strong working knowledge of SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management, and secrets management tooling. - Experience building and running an incident response program, including playbooks and tabletop exercises. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills — you can explain technical risk to non-technical stakeholders. - Experience in fintech, neobank, lending, or another consumer financial services environment strongly preferred. - CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent certification are a plus. ## BONUS POINTS FOR WILLINGNESS AND CAPABILITY TO - Read and review, or automate the review of server-side code for security (Golang) - Read and review, or automate the review of apps-side code for security (Flutter) FloatMe is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. FloatMe provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. ## About FloatMe ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: FloatMe is a financial technology company providing a mobile app that offers interest-free cash advances, spending insights, and budget management tools to help users avoid overdraft fees and achieve financial stability. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series A) - **Headquarters**: San Antonio, Texas, United States - **Founded**: 2017 (some sources cite 2018) - **Founders**: Joshua Sanchez (Co-Founder, CEO), Ryan C. (Co-Founder), Caleb Scott (Co-Founder) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Financial Services, Fintech, Personal Finance - **Target customers**: B2C; individual consumers in the U.S. seeking short-term cash management alternatives to payday loans or traditional overdraft protection - **Mission or purpose statement**: To help everyday Americans work towards financial prosperity by being a "Best Financial Friend" that provides fast, interest-free cash advances and tools to manage and save money. ## Products & Services - **[FloatMe App (Cash Advances)]**: The core product. Allows eligible members to request interest-free cash advances of up to $50 initially (and up to $100 for existing eligible members) between paydays. Instant transfer fees range from $1-$7. No credit checks are performed. No interest is charged. - **[Balance Alerts & Forecasting]**: Personalized alerts when a user's balance is running low, combined with financial forecasting features to help users plan for upcoming expenses and avoid overdraft fees. - **[Spending Insights]**: Tracks user spending habits and provides simple, actionable insights to help users plan ahead and manage their budget. - **[Marketplace Deals]**: Exclusive offers and discounts on everyday essentials like gas, groceries, and more, available within the app. - **[FloatMe Premium]**: An upgraded subscription tier designed to help members build credit, save money, and access more flexible cash advance options. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed - **Key Metric**: Total Funding raised: $45.2 million across multiple rounds - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Foundry Group (lead investor in Series A), ManchesterStory Group (lead investor in Seed), Active Capital, Samsung Ventures, Comeback Capital, Alamo Angels, John Henry. - **Growth Signals**: Named to the **Inc. 5000 list of Fastest-Growing Companies in 2025**, a significant external validation of its revenue growth trajectory (ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2021 to 2024) [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/floatme). ## Competitive Advantages - **Interest-Free Model**: Unlike traditional payday loans or bank overdraft fees, FloatMe provides cash advances with no interest, directly tackling a major pain point for consumers. - **Focus on Financial Health**: The app bundles cash advances with proactive tools like spending insights and balance alerts, positioning itself as a financial wellness platform rather than just a lender. - **No Credit Checks**: Makes the service accessible to a wide range of consumers, including those with thin or poor credit histories. ## Strategic Focus - **Product Expansion**: Doubling down on its premium subscription tier to offer credit-building and savings features, moving up the value chain from short-term cash flow management to long-term financial growth. - **Credit & Growth**: Actively hiring for a **Senior Director, Credit Strategy** to build and lead the credit function, indicating a strategic pivot to managing and underwriting more complex financial products [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/floatme). - **Market Leadership**: Leveraging its Inc. 5000 recognition and growing member trust to scale its user base and expand its product offerings. ## Why Work Here - **Mission-Driven**: The company's core mission is to help everyday Americans achieve financial prosperity, which can be highly motivating for employees who want to make a tangible social impact. - **Culture & Team**: Described as "passionate, driven, and focused on building great experiences, products, and services." The team is relatively small (approx. 36 employees), offering a high-impact environment [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/floatme). - **Work Policy**: Located in San Antonio, Texas (110 E Houston St, 7th Floor). While not explicitly stated as remote-first, the small team size and specific office location suggest a potentially hybrid or in-office culture for local team members. - **Executive Leadership**: Strong founder-led team with clear vision. The VP of People (Jessica E. Krane) is in place, signaling a focus on employee experience and talent development. ## Sources 1. [Floatme.com](https://floatme.com/) 2. [Crunchbase (via CB Insights)](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/floatme) 3. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/floatme) 4. 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