Sr. Information Security Engineer

Building trusted markets — powered by our people

At Cboe Global Markets, we inspire our people to solve complex challenges together because what we do matters. We provide the financial infrastructure that powers the global economy. As a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, Cboe delivers cutting-edge trading, clearing and investment solutions to market participants around the world.

We’re building meaningful ways to support professional and personal development while strengthening the trust we’ve earned as a global market leader. Our teams are empowered to share ideas, actively pursue them and bring on a challenge. As champions of internal mobility and access to opportunity, we encourage our people to “go for it” and equip our managers with the training to coach their teams to the next level. We strive to provide employees a safe space to network, share ideas and create opportunities.

Location Overview

Cboe Global Markets operates a key office in the Overland Park Xchange (OPx), located in Overland Park, Kansas, a bustling suburb of Kansas City. The OPx business park is strategically positioned to provide convenient access to the Kansas City metropolitan area, offering modern infrastructure and a collaborative environment ideal for the financial services and technology industries. This location benefits from proximity to major highways, making it easily accessible for employees

The OPx site provides a balance of high-quality office space, advanced facilities, and an environment conducive to productivity and growth.

Role Overview

The Senior Information Security Engineer will be a part of Cboe’s Security Engineering and Operations Team to manage, deploy and configure various information security technologies including; Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM), Security Orchestration and Automation Response (SOAR / Case Management), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Secure Email Gateways, and Email and Endpoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to provide optimal security controls across multiple business environments. This may include managing and optimizing custom configurations for individual customers. This individual will be required to perform tuning of security solutions, manage applying patches and performing upgrades to various security platforms. The ideal candidate must be well versed in understanding the IT landscape including security, infrastructure, network, client, server, emerging technology standards and trends and will be involved in strategy, design, and engineering to contribute to the development of secure solutions.Tell the story of what makes this team special whether it's the mission, the pace, or the chance to build something from the ground up that will help attract and engage top talent

Your responsibilities will be:

• Provide expert recommendations and best practices to security managers, technical managers, and stakeholders including legal and regulatory teams.
• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive security solutions utilizing a variety of security tools, programming languages, and services with minimal supervision required.
• Automate repetitive tasks to enhance efficiency and scalability of security operations.
• Normalize and integrate diverse technologies to streamline analysis and response capabilities.
• Document, educate and mentor team members on the use of complex security products and services. Identify and assess risks within the organization’s security posture and provide detailed recommendations for potential solutions.
• Innovate and create new methodologies to resolve existing production security issues.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their relevance and potential impact on our security posture.
• Continuously assess and test the effectiveness of security controls and recommend improvements.
• Act as a senior-level technical resource within the security team, providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle and operational processes.
• Assist with security assessments and audits, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Assist with escalated incident response activities, including containment, investigation, and recovery efforts.
• Stay current with industry trends, security standards, and best practices to ensure our systems remain secure against evolving threats.

The ideal candidate has

• Proven senior-level experience (minimum 5 years) in information security or 3 years information security experience with an additional to 2-3 years IT experience (System Administration, Network Administration), with a strong focus on engineering and operations.
• Experience and knowledge on current security technologies (Databahn, NXlog, Google Secops, Bindplane, ProofPoint)
• Proficiency in scripting and automation for security operations.
• Experience with Linux/Unix and Windows administration, including Active Directory (AD) and EntraID.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Security Stack (Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Identity, Defender for CloudApps, Purview DLP, Intune)

You’ll really stand out with:

• Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science
• System Administration experience in Windows or Linux
• Proven ability to script and automate tasks
• Specific experience with Google Secops SIEM, the Microsoft Security Stack, or ProofPoint Email Security Services
• CISSP, CASP or other related security certifications

Benefits and Perks of working for Cboe Global Markets

We value the total wellbeing of our people – including health, financial, personal and social wellness. We believe standard benefits like health insurance and fair pay are a given at any organization. Still, you should know we offer:

Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services 2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation Employee referral bonus program Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities

Some of our associates’ favorite benefits and perks include:

Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities Generous charitable giving company match Paid parental leave and fertility benefits On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers

More About Cboe Global Markets

We’re reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people. Our journey is an inclusive one. We’re investing deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed.

We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot of passion. We’re an engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any legally protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.

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This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Salary Ranges (applicable for US locations only)

At Cboe, we are committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and market‑informed total rewards program. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $119,000-$154,000, with actual compensation determined by job‑related factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal alignment, and location.

This role may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation and, where applicable, participation in Cboe's long-term equity programs.

Additional information about Cboe's total rewards program, including benefits and other compensation components, can be found here: Total Rewards at CBOE.

Any communication from Cboe regarding this position will only come from a Cboe recruiter who has a @cboe.com email or via LinkedIn Recruiter. Cboe does not use any other third party communication tools for recruiting purposes.