Cybersecurity in Fintech Writer

Objective

Client seeks an experienced technical writer with deep expertise in cybersecurity and fintech. The writer will produce a high-trust, research-backed marketing asset designed to support client’s go-to-market strategy and cold outreach by showcasing industry insight and technical depth.

Profile Overview

Client is an offensive security consultancy focused on fintech and crypto startups from Series A to Series C. The client needs a writer who not only understands advanced security threats but can also translate technical frameworks and case studies into a compelling narrative for technical decision-makers (e.g., CTOs, CISOs, compliance officers). The ideal candidate will have a technical background (ideally in computer science or cybersecurity) and significant writing experience in the fintech or cybersecurity space.

Scope

• Initial Project: Creation of a long-form marketing asset (approx. 30–40 pages).
• Timeline: Start as soon as a suitable writer is selected. Expected placement in 2–3 weeks.
• Engagement: 100-hour minimum contract; may expand based on project impact.
• Type: Contract writer with potential for ongoing work depending on asset performance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews with SMEs (e.g., co-founder with deep technical expertise).
• Research and distill complex cybersecurity threats and patterns.
• Write a foundational asset covering:
  • 2–3 real-world case studies of organizational breaches (e.g., sophisticated fintech and crypto compromises).
  • A diagnostic framework to understand vulnerabilities.
  • A methodology or solution-based model applicable to clients.
• Deliver a high-quality, technically sound report for use in sales enablement and positioning.
• Ensure relevance to both fintech and crypto audiences without alienating either.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience writing for cybersecurity and fintech audiences.
• Ability to translate technical content for technical executive readers (CTOs, CISOs).
• Strong interviewing and research skills.
• Background in computer science, cybersecurity, or technical writing preferred.
• Previous work in developing white papers, security playbooks, or equivalent long-form reports.
• Familiarity with real-world attack scenarios, compliance considerations, and fintech-specific vulnerabilities.

About Client

Client is a newly formed offensive security consultancy, currently onboarding its first clients. Built by experienced engineers and world-class security operators, client is crafting its go-to-market strategy and building high-value content that resonates with high-trust technical buyers in fintech and crypto.