Cboe

Third-Party Cyber Risk Specialist

Chicago, IL

No sponsorship$84k-$109kDetected 30 days ago

CybersecurityIncident ResponseComplianceVendor ManagementLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

The Global Third-Party Risk Management Team is seeking a Third - Party Cyber Risk Specialist to assist in executing the risk management program for third-party vendors and service providers.
This position includes conducting comprehensive risk assessments, ensuring compliance with Cboe and industry security standards, monitoring vendor relationships, and addressing client due diligence inquiries to mitigate potential risks to the organization.
Cboe's Third Party Cyber Risk Specialist will specifically focus on cyber threats and vulnerabilities within the third-party ecosystem.

Manage incoming client requests (such as assessments, questionnaires, etc.), prioritize and triage requests to appropriate teams, and validate non-disclosure agreements.
Facilitate communication between business, legal, technology, and information security teams to validate questionnaire responses and fulfill general requests related to controls defined by Cboe's standards and policies.
Manage and maintain a standardized library of responses for client due diligence questionnaires, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
Collaborate with internal experts to update and refine responses as needed.
Perform comprehensive security reviews of potential and existing third-party vendors using questionnaires and security tools to evaluate their cybersecurity controls and identify potential risks.
Analyze identified risks from third parties and prioritize them based on their potential impact and likelihood of occurrence; create remediation plans accordingly.
Continuously monitor third-party vendors' security posture through regular assessments, vulnerability scans, and incident reporting to maintain a consistent level of security.
Coordinate with internal security team to respond to cyber incidents involving third-party vendors, providing necessary support for investigation and remediation.

Candidates must be able to quickly adjust to changing priorities and adapt to an evolving business environment.
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in a relevant field.
3+ years' experience in third-party risk management, vendor management, security incident response, cyber management or comparable field required.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, including application security, access control, and incident response.
Knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST, SOC 2, GDPR, ISO 27001).

Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement

and Perks of working for Cboe Global Markets
We value the total wellbeing of our people - including health, financial, personal and social wellness.
We believe standard benefits like health insurance and fair pay are a given at any organization.
Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days
Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation
Employee referral bonus program
Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities
Paid parental leave and fertility benefits
On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any legally protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.
We are committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

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