Job Opportunity

Security Engineer

Jump Trading | London, UK

Job Summary

Globally-positioned proprietary trading firm. Evaluate and implement solutions and policies related to information security. 2+ years experience working in network information security, or 4+ years working in network, Windows, or Linux systems administration.

Details

Jump Trading is a leading algorithmic trading firm built upon cutting-edge technology, sophisticated quantitative research, and an entrepreneurial culture.

Founded in 1999, Jump Trading has been at the forefront of electronic trading for 16 years. With a strong track record of success through all market conditions, the firm has grown to 500 people now in Chicago, New York, London, and Singapore.

We are a privately-funded company and do not rely on outside investors or private equity. We trade across all major asset classes in dozens of financial exchanges around the world.

Our casual atmosphere, culture of continuous learning and innovation, and philosophy of rewarding outstanding performance based on merit rather than tenure or title has attracted some of the most brilliant people from around the trading industry, Silicon Valley tech companies and startups, and top PhD programs and research labs.

At Jump, potential candidates will find a group of people committed to intellectual rigor, strong teamwork, and the pursuit of great discoveries. We recognize that to remain successful, it is imperative that we continue to hire and retain exceptional talent. We offer exceptional compensation and benefits packages.

POSITION PURPOSE:

As the Security Engineer, you will evaluate and implement solutions and policies related to information security. In this role, you will be responsible for day-to-day operations of corporate firewalls, network access controls, DLP, vulnerability scanners, and other information security systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement and make recommendations for Information Security policies and standards at the network, server, and endpoint levels (including mobile devices, laptops, smartphones, and tablets).
• Implement, manage, and monitor network security devices such as firewalls, Network Access Control, network device auditing, network forensics, network behavior auditing, IDS/IPS, 802.1X Wireless, and DLP services.
• Develop reports and queries in order to detect malware, data egress events, or other anomalous activity in the environment.
• Collaborate with vendors and relevant IT groups (particularly networking) related to information security.
• Ensure relevant network data is incorporated into appropriate information security systems.
• Perform relevant vulnerability and risk assessments.
• Assist in performing investigations of anomalous activity and creating actionable reports to senior management.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Minimum 2+ years experience working in network information security, or 4+ years working in Network, Windows, or Linux systems administration.
• Demonstrated success implementing and maintaining effective information security practices.
• Strong understating of information security policies.
• Proficient in TCP/IP Networking. Familiar with network security and firewall configuration.
• Experience with enterprise firewalls, network switches/routers, and host based firewalls. Palo Alto Networks experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with network forensic tools.
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows operating systems. Administration experience preferred.
• SIEM technology experience preferred, Splunk proficiency strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with DLP and data classification technologies.
• Familiarity with NAC (network access control) technologies.
• CISSP preferred. CCNA or other networking certifications preferred. BS Degree in CS, Mathematics, Engineering or Equivalent Experience.

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• Job Reference #: 132868
• Min Education: BA/BS
• Min Experience: 4 years