Platform Security Lead at ION Group

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, FinTechIndustries

Requirements

Degree/diploma/certifications in a technology-related field and/or relevant working experience; highly desired certifications include: Pen Test+, Security+, OSCP, CCSP, CEH, GCIH, GMON
7+ years' experience in Information Security or Security Architecture roles
Must have fundamental programming/scripting capabilities (e.g. python, PowerShell, bash, etc.)
Must have in-depth understanding of operating systems (Windows/Linux)
A team player with the ability to work independently and unsupervised
Ability to own delegated tasks and see them through to completion
Ability to manage time and prioritize work to maximize productivity
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Exceptional attention to detail and quality
Excellent problem-solving techniques and trouble analysis skills
Endpoint security concepts, controls, and best practices for Servers (e.g. Windows and Linux)
General IT networking concepts, protocols, standards and network security concepts, controls, and best practices
Cryptography fundamentals and data security controls and best practices
Forensic investigation techniques
Prior experience deploying, configuring, managing, and/or operating security technologies is preferred, such as endpoint security (e.g. AV/EPP/EDR), SIEM, DLP, SWG, CASB, UEBA, IDS, IPS, firewalls, IAM/PIM/PAM, vulnerability management

Responsibilities

Serve as a senior incident responder, addressing emerging threats across the environment
Collaborate with infrastructure, network, and cross-functional teams to contain, investigate, and remediate security incidents
Conduct root cause analysis and participate in forensic investigations as needed
Enhance system visibility by expanding logging coverage and implementing additional monitoring capabilities
Maintain, update, and regularly test incident response runbooks, containment strategies, and escalation protocols
Lead the end-to-end vulnerability management process for ION Markets systems, from identification to remediation
Provide support for security architecture reviews of developed systems to ensure alignment with best practices
Stay up to date with the latest security threats, news, intelligence, tactics, techniques, and vulnerabilities; conduct research and analysis to assess potential impact and exposure
Perform proactive threat hunting activities, and manage the triage, investigation, and escalation of security alerts
Develop Standard operating procedures for operations & architecture activities
Design and implement end-to-end security controls across ION Markets on-premises infrastructure and other internal platforms
Lead and participate in threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management remediation

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Security ArchitectureIncident ResponseThreat DetectionVulnerability ManagementAutomationLoggingMonitoringRoot Cause AnalysisForensic InvestigationsSecurity Controls

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Platform Security Lead position?

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Is this a remote position or what is the location requirement?

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What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need 7+ years in Information Security or Security Architecture roles, fundamental programming/scripting capabilities like Python or PowerShell, and highly desired certifications such as Pen Test+, Security+, OSCP, CCSP, CEH, GCIH, or GMON. A degree/diploma in a technology-related field or relevant experience is also required.

What is the company culture or team environment like?

The role involves working closely with Product, infrastructure, and Security Operations teams in ION Markets Information Security Team, emphasizing collaboration, excellent communication skills, and cultivating relationships with colleagues of varying technical abilities in a dedicated security team.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has experience from related security and architecture roles focusing on security operations and product development, is technically strong, hard-working, dedicated, motivated, with excellent communication skills, and seeks career progression in a dedicated security team.

ION Group

Automation technology for financial sector clients

About ION Group

ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through automation and innovative technology.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

1998Year Founded

$426.5MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees