Security Engineer

9 Hours ago • 6 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Security Engineer will be responsible for strengthening the security infrastructure, implementing advanced security controls, and protecting critical financial systems and customer data. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive security improvements and ensure compliance with financial industry regulations. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions, leading incident response efforts, developing SOAR capabilities, monitoring security logs, implementing cloud security controls, conducting risk assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance, developing security documentation, leading awareness initiatives, and evaluating security tools. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, possess superb analytical and problem-solving skills, and demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Must have:
  • 6+ years of experience in information security roles.
  • Experience with SIEM platforms and security automation tools.
  • Expertise in cloud security, particularly with AWS.
  • Experience with identity and access management solutions.
  • Proficiency in security monitoring and log analysis.
  • Knowledge of scripting and programming languages.
Good to have:
  • Master's degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
  • Experience in the financial services industry.
  • Knowledge of AI/ML security considerations.
  • Experience building custom security tools.
  • AWS Certified Security Specialty or similar certifications.
  • Experience with phishing simulation platforms.
Perks:
  • Competitive salary, annual performance-based bonus and stock grant
  • Retirement plan 401(k) with a competitive company match
  • Excellent health and wellness benefits
  • Paid time off and parental leave policy
  • Daily company lunch allowance and stocked kitchen
  • Corporate events, including team outings
  • Education reimbursement and learning opportunities
  • Modern offices with multi-monitor setups

Job Details

Company Overview

Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) is a global financial services company headquartered in Greenwich, CT, USA, with offices in over 15 countries. We have been at the forefront of financial innovation for over four decades, known for our cutting-edge technology and client commitment.

IBKR affiliates provide global electronic brokerage services around the clock on stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, and funds to clients in over 200 countries and territories. We serve individual investors and institutions, including financial advisors, hedge funds and introducing brokers. Our advanced technology, competitive pricing, and global market help our clients to make the most of their investments.

Barron's has recognized Interactive Brokers as the #1 online broker for six consecutive years. Join our dynamic, multi-national team and be a part of a company that simplifies and enhances financial opportunities using state-of-the-art technology.

This is a hybrid role (3 days in the office / 2 days remote).

About your team:

Interactive Brokers (IBKR) is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join our cybersecurity team. In this role, you will be responsible for strengthening our security infrastructure, implementing advanced security controls, and protecting our critical financial systems and customer data. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive security improvements and ensure compliance with financial industry regulations.

What will be your responsibilities within IBKR: 

* Design, implement, and maintain security solutions across our cloud and on-premises environments
* Lead incident response efforts for security breaches and events, including forensic investigations and root cause analysis
* Develop and enhance our SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation and Response) capabilities to streamline security operations
* Monitor and analyze security logs, alerts, and events using SIEM tools to identify and respond to potential threats
* Implement and manage cloud security controls in AWS and other cloud environments
* Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability management activities
* Ensure compliance with financial industry regulations and frameworks including PCI DSS, SOC 2, and other relevant standards
* Develop and maintain security documentation, including policies, procedures, and technical guidelines
* Lead security awareness initiatives and provide guidance to technical teams on security best practices
* Evaluate and recommend security tools and technologies to enhance our security posture

 

Which skills are required:

 Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
* 6+ years of experience in information security roles with progressive responsibility
* Strong experience with SIEM platforms, EDR solutions, and security automation tools
* Demonstrated expertise in cloud security, particularly with AWS security controls and architecture
* Experience with identity and access management solutions such as Okta, SailPoint, or similar IAM platforms
* Proficiency in security monitoring, log analysis, and threat hunting
* Experience with implementation and management of DLP solutions
* Knowledge of scripting and programming languages (Python, JavaScript, PowerShell) for security automation
* Understanding of financial industry security requirements and regulatory compliance frameworks

 

## Preferred Qualifications
* Master's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
* Experience in the financial services industry
* Knowledge of AI/ML security considerations and controls
* Experience building custom security tools and integrations
* AWS Certified Security Specialty or other relevant security certifications
* Experience with phishing simulation platforms and security awareness programs
* Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework for threat modeling

 

 To be successful in this position, you will have the following:

  • Self-motivated and able to handle tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication (Verbal and written) skills.
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills.

Company Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary, annual performance-based bonus and stock grant
  • Retirement plan 401(k) with a competitive company match
  • Excellent health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, and a company-paid medical healthcare premium.
  • Wellness screenings and assessments, health coaches and counseling services through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid time off and a generous parental leave policy
  • Daily company lunch allowance provided, and a fully stocked kitchen with healthy options for breakfast and snack
  • Corporate events, including team outings, dinners, volunteer activities and company sports teams
  • Education reimbursement and learning opportunities
  • Modern offices with multi-monitor setups

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