Information Security Director jobs in Chicago, IL

WHO WE ARE

Headquartered in the historic Chicago Board of Trade, PEAK6 Capital Management is a proprietary options trading firm that has been defining the industry for more than 25 years. While many firms have come and gone, PEAK6 Capital Management has consistently delivered liquidity to the options market. We thrive due to our firm’s special blend of financial acumen, ability to manage risk, and cutting-edge technology.

PEAK6 Capital Management was brought to life through insatiable curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and the desire to win. We offer incredible opportunities for smart, passionate team players to solve complex problems and take calculated risks. We were among the first firms to develop sophisticated proprietary technology in our trading business. Today, we continue to leverage our technical ingenuity and operational excellence across several investment areas, spanning early-to-mid stage growth capital, operational control, trading, and eSports. Throughout the years, we've built and operated several financial technology firms and we continue to evolve.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

A Director of Information Security is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the organization's information security policies, strategies, and procedures. This position typically involves the following responsibilities:

• Developing and Implementing Security Strategies: The director will design and enforce policies and procedures that protect the organization's computing infrastructure, networks, and data from both internal and external threats.

• Risk Management: They will assess and mitigate potential security risks, constantly evaluating the organization's security posture and adapting to new challenges and threats.

• Compliance and Governance: Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements regarding information security and privacy. This includes staying updated with laws and regulations and implementing necessary changes in the security infrastructure.

• Team Leadership and Management: Leading a team of information security professionals, providing guidance and mentorship. This includes hiring, training, and developing staff to handle various information security functions.

• Incident Response and Crisis Management: Directing the response to information security incidents, including developing and implementing a crisis management plan.

• Collaboration with Other Departments: Collaborating with IT, legal, HR, and other departments to align the security strategies with business objectives and operational requirements.

• Budget Management: Managing the budget for information security, including investments in security software/hardware and staff training.

• Reporting and Communication: Reporting to upper management about the status of the organization's security posture and making recommendations for improvement.

• Keeping Current with Technology and Trends: Staying updated with the latest in technology, threats, and security standards to ensure the organization's defenses remain effective.

• Vendor and Stakeholder Management: Working with external vendors and stakeholders to ensure that third-party services align with the organization's security policies.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in information security, excellent leadership and communication skills, and the ability to strategize and implement effective security measures. They should also be adept at crisis management and possess a deep understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape surrounding information security.

YOUR EXPERIENCE

• 10 years of experience in Information Technology

• 5 years of experience in Information Security

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OUR REWARDS

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.

PEAK6 is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, natural or protective hairstyle, genetics, disability, age, or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law.

The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location. This position also may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits.