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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Information Security Specialist - **Company:** Cboe Global Markets - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $76,500.0 - $99,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Linux, Microsoft PowerPoint, Information Technology, GPT - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/information-security-specialist-cboe-8559682 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field. 2+ years of experience in information security risk management or similar role. * Knowledge and expertise with a wide range of security/risk management governance, guidance, compliance concepts and documentation such as NIST 800-53, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), ISO or equivalent. * Experience using and administrating GRC tooling. Proficient with Windows and Linux, including Active Directory and EntraID. * Strong analytical, good organizational, effective communication, and presentation skills. * Flexibility in work given and ability to actively research how to perform new tasks. * Proficient in using Microsoft Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT and others). * Experience with GenAI coding assistance and leveraging AI to improve processes. * CISSP, CRISC, CISM or other related security certifications. ## Description The Information Security Specialist is responsible for supporting enterprise-wide cyber risk management and governance activities. This role requires a strong foundation in information technology and internal controls, along with proficiency in security frameworks and a solid understanding of cybersecurity risk management practices. The individual will collaborate across global teams to assess risks, recommend and implement robust security controls, and contribute to the development and maintenance of information security policies and standards. In this role, the Information Security Specialist will also support both local and global regulatory compliance efforts, including identifying control gaps and assisting in risk remediation activities. Additionally, the position plays a key role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of security processes through standardization, consistency, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role contributes to the broader mission of the Information Security function by helping protect the organization's people, assets, and reputation through strong governance, optimized controls, and scalable security practices. Your responsibilities will be: * Maintain assurance and governance activities related to organization-specific security compliance methodologies that demonstrate our security governance to management and other key stakeholders including regulators, auditors, and boards. * Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines according to industry best practices and regulatory requirements. * Conduct regular security controls testing to evaluate the effectiveness of existing security systems and procedures and recommend improvements. * Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential risks in the organization's IT infrastructure and oversee the lifecycle of any security risks, ensuring that remediation is agreed, effective, and timely. * Prepare regular reports on the organization's cyber risk posture for presentation to senior management. * Foster strong partnerships and collaborate regularly with other departments communicating security issues, obtaining additional information as needed, and providing status of remediation to security management. * Assist with regulatory exams by obtaining documentation, drafting responses, and helping develop security action plans. * Stay current with the latest cybersecurity regulatory standards, trends, threats, and technologies, and provide recommendations for improvement., At Cboe, we are committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and market-informed total rewards program. 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