CME Group · 4 months ago
Director of Cloud Security Architecture
Chicago - 20 S. Wacker
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$164K/yr - $273K/yr
10+ years expCME Group is the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, and they are seeking a visionary Principal Security Architect to lead the strategic evolution of their security architecture. This role involves translating business needs into robust security solutions, conducting security assessments, and shaping the security landscape of cloud and container environments.
FinanceFinancial ServicesMarketplaceStock Exchanges
Responsibilities
Conduct deep-dive security assessments for critical business and technology initiatives, ensuring alignment with our security standards and pioneering new ones
Embed secure design principles directly into our product lifecycles, acting as a trusted consultant to development and engineering teams
Drive the exploration and integration of cutting-edge security technologies, elevating the maturity and effectiveness of our security capabilities
Develop, evangelize, and maintain a suite of modern security policies, standards, and reference architectures that serve as the blueprint for secure innovation
Shape the security landscape of our cloud and container environments by defining and governing security requirements for platforms like GCP, AWS, and Kubernetes
Forge strong partnerships with stakeholders across Information Governance and Enterprise Risk Management to build a unified vision for security at CME Group
Actively contribute to key governance forums, including the Architecture Review Board and Change Advisory Board, to steer technology decisions from a security-first perspective
Lead remediation efforts for assessment, audit, and regulatory findings, fortifying our defenses against future risks
Oversee and optimize security architecture governance processes, streamlining exception requests and change management activities
Qualification
Required
A decade or more of hands-on experience in information security, with a proven track record in analysis, design, and service development
5+ years of experience as a security architect in a large-scale, publicly traded, or financial/technology enterprise, demonstrating expertise in complex, mission-critical environments
Deep subject matter expertise in a broad range of information security and infrastructure technologies
Proven experience in developing and implementing security standards, reference architectures, policies, and procedural guidelines
Extensive knowledge of security practices for cloud platforms (GCP or AWS) and container orchestration technologies like Kubernetes
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to articulate complex security concepts to both technical and executive audiences
In-depth familiarity with industry-standard security and regulatory frameworks such as CIS, NIST, and RegSCI
Preferred
A strong grasp of architectural frameworks like Zachman or TOGAF and experience with Agile/SAFe methodologies is highly desirable
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISA, GIAC, PMP) are a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage
A retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan
Highly competitive education reimbursement provisions
Paid time off
A mental health benefit
Company
CME Group
CME Group is a diverse derivatives marketplace that manages risk and capture opportunities.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1BKey Investors
Google
2021-11-04Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2002-12-06IPO
Leadership Team
Lynne Fitzpatrick
President and CFO
Julie Holzrichter
Chief Operating Officer
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