Principal Security Engineer

Cboe Global Markets

Hybrid

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: Chicago, IL
Salary: $148,750–$192,500 / yr
Posted: 4 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Similar $183k

This role $171k

$123k most similar roles pay here $235k

This role pays less than 57% of similar roles. Most pay $151,475–$214,512 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $171k versus about $183k for comparable roles.

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About Cboe Global Markets

Cboe Global Markets, Inc. is a leading global provider of financial exchange operator services, clearinghouse, and investment solutions.

Cboe Global Markets currently has 20 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $116,875–$154,000 across 20 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Principal Security Engineer

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As a Principal Information Security Engineer at Cboe, you will join the Security Engineering team to define and drive enterprise-wide security architecture and strategy across various technologies including SIEM, SOAR, EDR, secure email gateways, and DLP solutions. Your role involves designing comprehensive security solutions with near-complete autonomy, establishing reference architectures, and mentoring engineers while ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. You will leverage deep expertise in IT security, infrastructure, networking, and emerging technologies to lead the development of scalable and durable security systems. Key responsibilities include automating security operations, identifying systemic risks, and leading incident response efforts for high-severity incidents. Proficiency in Linux/Unix and Windows administration, scripting, and familiarity with tools like Databahn, Google Secops, ProofPoint, and Microsoft Security Stack are essential.

Skills

Databahn Google Secops Bindplane ProofPoint Microsoft Security Defender for Endpoint Defender for Identity Defender for CloudApps Purview DLP Intune Linux Unix Windows Active Directory EntraID CI/CD Python PowerShell Bash Prometheus Grafana Kubernetes Terraform AWS Azure CISSP CASP

What you'll do

Define and drive enterprise-wide security architecture and strategy across various technologies.
Design automation patterns to enhance the efficiency and scalability of security operations.
Mentor engineers and document standards for complex security products and services.
Identify systemic risks and develop enterprise-wide mitigations and remediation strategies.
Lead technology evaluations and adoption decisions, assessing long-term impact on security posture.
Shape and drive the security engineering strategy and roadmap, influencing senior leaders.
Stay informed of industry trends and best practices to ensure system resilience against threats.

What we're looking for

Minimum 10 years of principal-level experience in information security
Expertise in multiple security domains including architecture, engineering, and operations
Proficiency with Microsoft Security Stack and ProofPoint Email Security Services
Experience in scripting and automation for security operations
Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science required
CISSP, CASP, or other related security certifications preferred

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