Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting multi-billion dollar equity options trading platforms. We offer daily pay, cutting-edge technology, and a dynamic environment where your expertise directly safeguards financial integrity. As a key defender against sophisticated cyber threats targeting financial markets, you'll architect resilient security frameworks while collaborating with quant analysts and trading desks. Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to shape the future of financial cybersecurity.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement security protocols for high-frequency equity options trading systems
- Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on trading platforms
- Monitor real-time threat intelligence feeds to identify emerging attacks on financial infrastructure
- Develop incident response plans for trading system breaches and market manipulation attempts
- Collaborate with compliance teams to ensure SOX and SEC regulatory requirements
- Lead security audits for third-party vendors accessing trading infrastructure
- Mentor junior security analysts on financial sector best practices
Qualifications
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with 2+ years in financial services or trading platforms
- CISSP, CISM, or OSCP certification required
- Expertise in network security, SIEM tools, and threat detection systems
- Understanding of equity options trading workflows and market microstructure
- Experience with PCI-DSS and FINRA security regulations
- Proficiency in Python, Bash, and security automation tools
- Ability to work under pressure during market volatility events
- Active TS/SCI clearance preferred