Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting high-stakes equity options trading systems. We're seeking a part-time expert to safeguard sensitive financial data and trading platforms. This hybrid role offers flexible hours while working with cutting-edge security infrastructure in Austin's vibrant tech ecosystem. Competitive compensation includes performance-based equity options.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and defend equity options trading platforms against cyber threats
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on financial systems
- Implement zero-trust architecture for trading networks
- Develop incident response protocols for financial data breaches
- Collaborate with compliance teams on SEC/FINRA cybersecurity requirements
- Train traders on social engineering prevention techniques
Qualifications
- 3+ years in cybersecurity with financial services experience
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent
- Deep understanding of options trading platforms and market data flows
- Expertise in threat detection tools (Splunk, Darktrace)
- Knowledge of financial regulations (SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR)
- Strong Python/SQL skills for security automation