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Senior Information Security Engineer

AT MarketAxess
MarketAxess

Senior Information Security Engineer

New York, NY

About Us 

MarketAxess is on a journey to digitally transform one of the world’s largest financial markets, enabling the shift from analog, phone-based trading to a fully electronic marketplace. Why does this matter? Because our platform makes trading fixed-income more accessible, ultimately improving transparency, efficiency, and competition in the marketplace. Changing the way an established industry transacts is no easy feat. There will be twists and turns, because no one’s ever done this before. But now, more than 2,000 clients around the world rely on our solutions, and that number is only expected to grow in the years ahead. We know where we’re going. How we get there is up to us. Join us and help Take Us There. 

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The Role

The Senior Information Security Engineer within the Security Engineering function of the security department will be responsible for ensuring the security of the organization’s digital infrastructure and assets, including IT infrastructure and enterprise applications. They will lead efforts in designing, building, and maintaining security systems, working closely with the IT teams and Business partners to secure MarketAxess Infrastructure. The candidate must have extensive experience in the field of cybersecurity, with a deep understanding of security technologies, threat detection, and risk management, as well as good problem solving and communication skills.  

How You'll Help Take Us There

  • Design and develop security controls for complex environments ensure the integration of security controls and compliance requirements for enterprise systems 
  • Develop, integrate, and maintain security solutions, including firewalls, load balancers, web-application firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), SIEMs, endpoint security, and identity and access management (IAM) solutions 
  • Develop and implement security strategies for cloud platforms (E.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and services 
  • Lead architecture reviews and assessments for new organization’s services, systems, network, infrastructure, and platforms 
  • Support the vulnerability management and exposure management lifecycle from discovery to assessment, reporting, remediation, and validation 
  • Develop, design, implement, integrate, and maintain security systems and products to enhance the organization's security posture 
  • Identify and remediate gaps in existing security tools, processes, and procedures 
  • Review and support classic BAU security reviews and requests, including firewall, proxy, and cloud requests 
  • Create comprehensive documentation including design documents, operational procedures and installation guides to support maintenance and deployment of security products 
  • Conduct research on emerging products, services, protocols, and standards in support of security enhancement and development efforts 
  • Develop and implement security automation scripts and tools to enhance the organization’s ability to detect, respond to, and prevent security incidents 

What We’re Looking for  

  • Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CRISC, CGEIT, CISA, or equivalent  
  • 5+ years of experience in security engineering, with a proven track record in securing systems, networks, and applications 
  • Experience working in complex, multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) 
  • Experience implementing and maintaining enterprise security tools such as Web Application Firewalls, Vulnerability Scanning Utilities, Configuration Assessment, DLP solutions, Mobile Device Management, Anti-Malware and Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems 
  • Working knowledge of Vulnerability Management, Configuration Management, Exposure Management, System Design and Architecture, Host and Network Security Best Practices 
  • Strong experience with common information security frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, CIS, NIST CSF, ISO 27001 
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation (E.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) and experience in DevSecOps practices 
  • Familiarity with zero-trust architecture and principles. 
  • Experience with emerging technologies such as SOAR Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) platforms 
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment 
  • Ability to conduct research into security issues and products as required 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail 

What You Can Expect from Us

  • Hybrid Environment: Our employees enjoy a mix of working in the office and from home
  • Free Food: We provide free lunch for employees when they are working in the office. Plus, our offices are stocked with snacks
  • Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO package including vacation and personal days, sick leave and charity days
  • Generous Parental Leave: Up to 20 weeks fully paid leave
  • 401(k): Dollar-for-dollar employer match up to $17,500
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Employees can purchase MarketAxess common stock at a discount
  • Wellness Stipend: We provide employees with up to $1K annually towards gym memberships, home office equipment and more
  • Onsite Healthcare: We offer convenient access to world-class care through Mount Sinai at our Hudson Yards location
  • Tuition Assistance and Professional Development: Benefit from live and on-demand learning, role-specific training, employee-led Lunch and Learns and guest speakers
  • Core benefits: Highly competitive medical, dental, and vision programs

For job positions in NYC, NY, and other locations where required, the estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is $150,000 USD to $200,000 USD. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. You may also be eligible for annual cash incentives, equity, and other benefit programs.

MarketAxess Corporation and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic in the location in which the candidate is applying.

All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, USA
Job ID: 4411036006
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Pension
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Founder led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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