Business Information Security Officer (BISO) - Equities

United States, New York
Permanent
Job ID: 2214

Job Description

[c. $400-600k Comp Package | Hybrid Working]

Are you an accomplished security professional with a strong understanding of systematic trading environments? This exciting opportunity places you at the heart of a leading global financial services firm, partnering with senior Equities leaders to mitigate security risks and foster a culture of proactive risk management. If you excel at aligning security initiatives with business objectives while ensuring technical excellence, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact on a cutting-edge trading division...


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and oversee the implementation of an information security strategy tailored to the Equities division, aligning with organisational goals and regulatory requirements
  • Act as a trusted security advisor to senior business and technology stakeholders, bridging the gap between technical risks and business impact
  • Collaborate with teams to implement and maintain security controls, ensuring they are integrated seamlessly into business processes
  • Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities, deliver mitigation plans, and prioritise secure outcomes
  • Drive the selection, evaluation, and adoption of innovative security tools and solutions
  • Monitor security metrics, analyse trends, and recommend improvements to bolster the firm's security posture
  • Manage remediation efforts for identified security issues, ensuring effective and timely resolutions across teams
  • Lead security awareness programmes to promote best practices and build a risk-aware culture within the organisation
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving threats, regulatory changes, and industry trends in the financial services sector


Key Requirements

  • Extensive experience in senior security roles (8+ years), with a focus on equities trading or systematic environments
  • Proven ability to develop security strategies that align with business priorities while addressing technical and regulatory challenges
  • In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, best practices, and relevant regulations (e.g., SEC, FINRA)
  • Strong expertise in security technologies, including application security, IAM, data protection, and incident response
  • Familiarity with co-location and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, with a deep understanding of associated security principles
  • Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, with a proven track record of influencing senior leaders and driving cross-functional collaboration
  • Proficiency in analysing security risks, translating technical concerns into actionable business solutions
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
  • (Preferred) Certifications such as CISSP or CISM


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