Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting multi-billion dollar equity portfolios. This immediate hire opportunity combines cutting-edge threat intelligence with financial market expertise to safeguard critical trading systems. Work in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub where innovation meets enterprise-grade security.
We're seeking a specialist who can bridge technical vulnerabilities with financial risk analysis. This hybrid role demands both deep cybersecurity knowledge and understanding of options trading mechanics. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and direct impact on protecting trillions in assets.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement security protocols for options trading platforms and related systems
- Conduct penetration testing on financial applications with focus on equity derivatives
- Monitor threat intelligence networks for emerging risks targeting financial institutions
- Develop incident response plans for trading system breaches and market manipulation attempts
- Collaborate with traders and risk analysts to quantify cybersecurity exposure
- Lead compliance initiatives for SOX and SEC regulations affecting options markets
- Mentor junior team members on financial sector cybersecurity best practices
Qualifications
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with 2+ years in financial services or fintech
- CISSP or CISM certification required
- Expert knowledge of options trading mechanics and market microstructure
- Experience with AWS/Azure security frameworks and financial compliance standards
- Proficiency in threat detection tools (Splunk, Darktrace, CrowdStrike)
- Understanding of SEC Regulation SHO and FINRA cybersecurity rules
- Strong background in zero-trust architecture for financial systems
- Ability to translate technical risks to business impact for non-technical stakeholders