Job Description
Protect the backbone of financial markets as a Cybersecurity Specialist focused on equity options trading systems. This weekend shift role demands vigilance and expertise in safeguarding high-value financial assets during off-peak hours. Join our Charlotte-based team to defend against sophisticated threats targeting trading platforms, ensuring compliance with SEC and FINRA regulations while maintaining zero-compromise security posture.
Why Join Us? Competitive compensation, cutting-edge security infrastructure, and the opportunity to work with industry leaders in financial cybersecurity. Enjoy premium benefits including flexible scheduling and professional development stipends.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and respond to security incidents targeting equity options trading systems during weekend shifts
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on financial platforms
- Implement and maintain security controls for options trading environments
- Collaborate with compliance teams to ensure adherence to SOX, PCI-DSS, and SEC regulations
- Document security protocols and incident response procedures
- Lead forensic investigations for weekend security breaches
- Train traders on cybersecurity best practices for options trading
Qualifications
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with 3+ years in financial services or trading systems
- Certifications: CISSP, CISM, or CEH (required)
- Expert knowledge of equity options trading workflows and market structures
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and threat intelligence platforms
- Experience with weekend/holiday shift cybersecurity operations
- Understanding of FINRA/SEC cybersecurity regulations
- Strong analytical skills for real-time threat correlation