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Senior Implementation Specialist

Company: Keeper Security, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 13, 2023

Keeper Security is hiring a Senior Implementation Specialist to ensure successful onboarding and adoption of their cybersecurity solutions. The role involves customer onboarding, customization, training, technical support, documentation, feedback gathering, project management, and leadership. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 4+ years of SaaS support and implementation experience, Salesforce experience, proficiency in leading external client engagements, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and analytical problem-solving abilities. PMP certification is preferred. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and a generous PTO plan.

Field Solutions Engineer

Company: Cloudflare

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 14, 2023

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to their, or any other person's, perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, or any other basis protected by law. Examples of reasonable accommodations include, but are not limited to, changing the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Export Administration Regulations. Cloudflare provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We are an AA/Veterans/Disabled Employer.   We're not just a highly ambitious, large-scale technology company. We're a highly ambitious, large-scale technology company with a soul. Detailed understanding of workflow from user to application including hybrid architectures with Azure, AWS, GCP. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, please contact us via e-mail at [email protected] or via mail at 101 Townsend St. San Francisco, CA 94107.

Lateral Conflicts Analyst

Company: Dentons

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 15, 2023

Law degree. Relevant experience in an international law firm, although other professional services or financial services firms will be considered. Knowledge and understanding of bar rules in different jurisdictions and an ability to apply them in practice is desirable Ability to develop a knowledge and understanding of the following regulations: Data Protection Act 2018 and equivalents; EU Market Abuse Directive; Solicitors Code of Conduct, including, Solicitors' Accounts Chapters; Parts of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 relevant to law firms Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong problem solving and analytical skills Team player able to interact positively at all levels within the firm and able to demonstrate excellent client/customer facing skills Able to exercise tact and diplomacy and demonstrate initiative and the ability to be proactive Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and quality work product Possess a high degree of trustworthiness and discretion, due to the highly confidential nature of the lateral conflicts process Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Able to provide clear and unambiguous instructions or advice; persuasively communicating the Risk position by telephone, in writing and in person An understanding of Elite and Intapp Open conflict checking system is desirable Excellent analytic skills: Able to quickly identify and meticulously analyze complex issues to provide practical solutions. Prior experience analyzing and resolving conflicts of interest and managing confidential information issues specifically for lateral hires is desirable Ability to comprehend and analyze a wide range of matters and the commercial concerns arising from the underlying advice provided by a global law firm. Reviewing CDD, assisting with client care and identifying sanctions issues Liaising with Partners, staff and other members of the Risk team to facilitate the prompt resolution of commercial and legal conflict issues identified from conflict searches Assisting the Lateral Conflicts Team Lead and Global Head of Conflicts with compliance projects, where appropriate Other duties may be assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position Experience & Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or relevant legal or professional qualifications, e.g. Conducting legal conflict of interest checks and matters specifically related to lateral hires Organizing and tracking progress of lateral candidates through the clearance process. Liaising directly with lateral candidates to build relationships and to assist with transitioning new business clients to the Firm by providing a 'concierge service' Conduction commercial conflict assessments and seeking to obtain commercial clearances across Dentons worldwide Handling complexity protection of confidential information issues Reviewing and adhering to Dentons' internal compliance policies and procedures. Responsibilities Handling conflict of interest checks of varying levels of complexity and across a range sectors and practices Matter management, including matter opening and assessing compliance with the Bar rules of different jurisdictions Management of Information Barriers and Document Security Processes Reviewing engagement letters, outside counsel terms and other engagement terms/contracts. This position reports to the Lateral Conflicts Supervisor and is fully remote.

Manager Stress Testing and Reporting

Company: Northern Trust

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 13, 2023

Northern Trust, a reputable financial institution, is seeking a Head of Liquidity Stress Testing and Reporting. The role involves managing the Liquidity Stress Testing team, developing and maintaining the enterprise liquidity stress testing framework, and overseeing the development of stress testing scenarios. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of liquidity risk management experience, a degree in a quantitative field, and familiarity with Asset Liability Management, Liquidity Risk Management, and Funds Transfer pricing. Northern Trust offers a flexible work culture and commitment to community service.

Operational Resiliency Oversight Specialist

Company: Northern Trust

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 15, 2023

This will include the input into required Management Information reporting, investigation into areas of concern / issues, and the tracking of any required remediation• Review all relevant resiliency metrics ensuring their accuracy and fit for purpose in supporting the Resiliency Strategy• Inputs into the resiliency program covering the Operational Resiliency Risk Attestation framework and monitoring of Asset Servicing adherence• Helps maintain the Value Chain Mapping documentation for Important Business Services, and co-ordinate validation through the attestation/champions framework• Monitor and review impact of new Products and Organizational change on Asset Servicing resiliency strategy• Engage in internal and external audits for the program ensuring timely delivery of data and effective closure of any audit findings• May lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experienceKNOWLEDGE/SKILLS• 5-7 years of related experience in operational control and / or resiliency • Strong knowledge ofoperational resiliency includingdisaster/business recovery,business continuity management, 3rd party vendor/outsourcing, corporate risk policies and standards• Strong understanding of risk management practices including cyber security and how they apply in Financial Servicesorganizations including the impact of regulation on operational resiliency matters• Strong understanding of data analytics and related tools including Power BI• Strong collaboration and communication skills• Ability to drive to execution• Applies knowledge of key business drivers and the factors that maximize department performanceAbout Northern Trust:Northern Trust provides innovative financial services and guidance to corporations, institutions and affluent families and individuals globally. Build your career with us and apply today. May lead projects and/or have accountability for on-going activities or objectives.MAJOR DUTIES• Involved in business dependency oversight, monitoring of risks and vulnerabilities across all services. Working with Us:As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company that is committed to strengthening the communities we serve! With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 20,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. Solves complex issues and works independently. We'd love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of America's best banks and most sustainable companies! Provides guidance to others as necessary. Operational Resiliency Oversight Specialist SUMMARYA senior team member of the Operational Resiliency Oversight Function within the Global Operational Resiliency Office supporting Asset Servicing, responsible for supporting the oversight reporting and execution of the Operational Resiliency initiatives.

Implementation Specialist

Company: Keeper Security, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 13, 2023

Keeper Security is hiring an Implementation Specialist to ensure successful onboarding and adoption of their cybersecurity solutions. The role involves business customer onboarding, customization, training, technical support, documentation, feedback gathering, and project management. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 2+ years of SaaS experience, Salesforce proficiency, and strong communication skills. Preferred qualifications include PMP certification and security software deployment experience.

Blockchain Security Engineer (Contractor)

Company: Jump Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 15, 2023

Python, Javascript, TypeScript, Go, C++, Rust, Java, Node).Experience with securing cloud environments and container platformsExperience with leading penetration tests, red team exercises, bug bounty programs, or CTFsExcited by the prospect of working in a fast-paced and lean organization with evolving focuses and prioritiesKind, communicative, resourceful, self-sufficient, curious, and able to work with internal and external stakeholdersReliable and predictable availabilityLI-DNI Annual Base Salary Range$150,000—$250,000 USD You will be working across multiple layer 1 blockchains, securing both on-chain and off-chain logic to build and support new functionality. You’ll also contribute to internal and external tooling as part of our effort to make smart contract programming safer and more maintainable. What You'll Do:Audit smart contracts that serve as critical infrastructure to blockchain, cryptocurrency, and other decentralized technologiesLead internal and external security assessments of blockchain technologies.Participate in risk assessment, threat modeling, and other security exercises.Design, build, and implement security solutions to support open-source blockchain projects.Manage or train other engineers both internal to Jump, as well as within the crypto community, to help projects scale safely.Contribute to our security bug bounty programs, helping validate and fix reported vulnerabilities.Advise both closed and open source projects to improve their security posture.Develop security automation tooling for SAST, DAST, and CI/CD frameworks.Manage fast-moving priorities and help shape product security strategy.Collaborate with community members via channels such as Slack, Discord, and Telegram.Write clear and concise documentation to support a security-focused SDLC.Other duties as assigned or needed.Skills You’ll Need:Experience with or willingness to learn Smart Contract Auditing (Solidity or other smart contract languages)Familiarity with Web3, DeFi protocols, Cryptocurrency, EVM, DAOs, and NFTsStrong interest in securing logic and applications that will accelerate the adoption of the decentralized futureExperience with reverse engineering complex systems.Knowledge and application of secrets management, data encryption, key management, PKI, distributed ledgers and tokenizationExperienced in architecting, or contributing to, mid-to-large scale software projectsSecure Code Review and Development Experience within 3 of the following languages (eg. Today, we play an important role in the development of some of the largest and most innovative crypto communities.As a Blockchain Security Engineer at Jump Crypto, you will partner with project leads, researchers, and other senior developers on strategic efforts to secure blockchain projects within high value ecosystems. We're builders, partners, and traders who take a long-term view of crypto's prospects and operate to unlock the full potential of open, community-driven networks. Constant innovation requires fearlessness, creativity, intellectual honesty, and a relentless competitive streak. We design, develop, and deploy technologies that change our world, fund start-ups across industries, and partner with leading global research organizations and universities to solve problems.Jump Crypto is the crypto division of Jump Trading Group, a research driven quantitative trading firm that's one of the largest traders by volume across traditional asset classes.  For more on our history, culture and the road ahead read our blog here. At Jump, research outcomes drive more than superior risk adjusted returns. Since our inception as a skunkworks intern project in late 2015, we've grown into a dynamic and seasoned team of high performing players across a range of functions. We empower exceptional talents in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science to seek scientific boundaries, push through them, and apply cutting edge research to global financial markets. Jump Crypto is committed to building and standing up critical infrastructure needed to catalyze the growth of the crypto ecosystem.

Director of Red Team

Company: TransUnion

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 13, 2023

As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.TransUnion's Internal Job Title:Director, Cybersecurity As the Director, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing red team engagements, conducting thorough assessments, and providing actionable recommendations to improve our overall cybersecurity posture.What You'll Bring:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, related fields or experience equivalent.Extensive experience (8+ years) in cybersecurity, with a focus on penetration testing, red teaming, or offensive security.Mix of experience with Red Team/penetration testing experience and broad experience with Cyber security, Information Assurance, Information Security, and Information TechnologyMinimum 2 years of experience managing Red Team Analysts in day-to-day operations.Understanding and ability to articulate the difference between Red Teaming, Penetration Testing and other forms of security assessments.Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and web applications.Familiarity with industry-standard frameworks and methodologies (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP).Must be proficient in developing and presenting - in written and oral format - highly technical information and presentations to non-technical audiences at all levels of the organization.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Impact You'll Make:Red Team Program Management:Develop and implement the overall strategy, scope, and goals of the Red Team program.Establish methodologies, tools, and frameworks for red team engagements.Coordinate with stakeholders to identify critical assets and systems for testing.Stay up-to-date with emerging threats, attack techniques, and industry best practices.Conduct regular assessments to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of the Red Team program.Red Team Engagements:Lead and conduct red team engagements to simulate real-world attacks.Collaborate with internal teams, including IT, application development, and infrastructure, to define engagement objectives and rules of engagement.Collaborate closely with cyber-intelligence to identify and characterize potential cyber-threats to simulateIdentify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications.Perform penetration testing, social engineering, and other advanced attack techniques.Document findings, methodologies, and recommendations in detailed reports.Coordinate and collaborate with defense teams on Purple Team events to drive better understanding of defensive controlsTeam Leadership and Development:Recruit, train, mentor, and manage a team of skilled red team professionals.Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.Provide guidance and support to team members during engagements.Promote professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.Stakeholder Communication:Communicate effectively with executive management, IT teams, and other stakeholders.Present findings, recommendations, and risk assessments to key stakeholders.Collaborate with other cybersecurity teams to ensure a comprehensive security posture.Participate in incident response activities as needed.LI-KJ1Benefits: TransUnion provides flexible benefits including flexible time off for exempt associates, paid time off for non-exempt associates, tuition reimbursement, additional (following any short-term disability) 10 weeks of parental leave with gradual return, adoption assistance, fertility coverage, spousal and domestic partner benefits, charity gift matching, employee stock purchase plan, retirement contributions with employer match, organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks, and access to TransUnion's Employee Resource Groups. The Red Team plays a crucial role in simulating real-world attacks and identifying vulnerabilities in our systems, applications, and infrastructure. We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. Regardless of job titles, our associates have the opportunity to learn new things and be a leader every day.Come be a part of our team - you'll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.The Director of Red Team will be responsible for leading and managing our Red Team program. With the support of colleagues and mentors, our associates are given the tools needed to get where they want to go. TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy NoticeWhat We'll Bring:At TransUnion, we strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver's seat of their professional development, while having access to help along the way. We encourage everyone to pursue passions and take ownership of their careers.

Jr. Product Owner - 2024 Summer Internship (Chicago Hybrid)

Company: Motorola Solutions

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 14, 2023

LI-MP2LI-HYBRDBasic RequirementsCurrently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree with a graduation date on or after December 2024Travel RequirementsNoneRelocation ProvidedNonePosition TypeInternReferral Payment PlanNoOur U.S. Benefits include:Incentive Bonus PlansMedical, Dental, Vision benefits401K with Company Match9 Paid HolidaysGenerous Paid Time Off PackagesEmployee Stock Purchase PlanPaid Parental & Family Leaveand more!EEO StatementMotorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or, any other protected characteristic. People who not only embrace change, but who accelerate it.Job DescriptionThe intern will utilize their analytical, statistical, and business skills to understand business processes and document requirements. Interpret existing processes and uncover insights and form business decisions in the areas of offer management, marketing, sales and services. Apply learned concepts, business acumen, customer/user insights to real business problems. Use industry tools like Excel, SQL and Tableau to analyze large real world data sets.Create data dashboards and various data visualization to communicate insights. Have a wide range of technical competencies including: statistics and coding languages, databases, machine learning, and reporting technologies. Lead and drive data based initiatives to gain insights putting our business ahead of competitors that do not have these insights. Have the abilities to learn on the fly and to communicate well in order to answer business questions, explaining complex results to nontechnical stakeholders.Note: Candidate must live in the Chicagoland and be in office 1 day a week. We’re looking for people who bring great ideas and who make our partners’ ideas better. Our integrated technology ecosystem unifies critical communications, video security and access control, and command center software, enabling collaboration in more powerful ways.At Motorola Solutions, we’re ushering in a new era in public safety and security. Through a strong partnership with other areas of our business, we bring innovative thinking to every conversation and deliver with integrity. Intellectually curious advisors (not order takers) who focus on outcomes to creatively solve business problems. Bring your passion, potential and talents to a career that matters.Department OverviewOur IT organization has a critical role in driving extraordinary business results. It can care for a patient or graduate a class.As a global leader in public safety and enterprise security, we create and connect the technologies that help to keep people safe where they live, learn, work and play. Company OverviewAt Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with safety. It’s the constant that empowers people to confidently move forward. It can fill a flight or sell out a stadium.

Manager, Software Engineering

Company: OCC

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 13, 2023

Enterprise Technology Solutions is seeking a results-oriented leader to manage technologies within the Enabling Digital Solutions team at OCC. The candidate must have 8+ years of experience in implementing Service Delivery solutions and 5 years in IT, Security, or GRC solutions. They should be proficient in cloud-based technology management solutions and Agile Development framework. The role involves managing complex projects, leading solution development teams, and ensuring system architectures align with business objectives.

Product Manager - NetCredit (Hybrid)

Company: Enova

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 13, 2023

Enova International is seeking a Product Manager to support one of its core P&Ls, collaborating with various departments to gather data and make recommendations based on trends and analytics. The role involves developing and maintaining a feature roadmap, prioritizing compliance, resilience, and security objectives, and driving the effectiveness of delivered initiatives. The ideal candidate should have experience driving a full lifecycle product feature or launch, conducting A/B or user testing, and have a basic understanding of Agile principles. Enova offers a flexible work schedule, comprehensive benefits, and a values-driven culture.

Receptionist, Chicago Office

Company: GCM Grosvenor

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 13, 2023

We are proud to offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package focused on health and wellness, retirement planning, and diversity and inclusion. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Sydney. For more information, visit: gcmgrosvenor.com.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/V  The right candidate for the role must possess a high degree of professionalism, superior communication skills and enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.RESPONSIBILITIES           The individual will be involved in the following critical activities:Greet, welcome and announce guests appropriately; direct them to assigned conference rooms if needed.Act as the primary Receptionist during working hours, answer and direct all incoming phone calls.Ensure guests are entered into building security prior to arrival. Maintain security by following procedures.Issue new or replacement key cards to employees and upon request; collect temporary key cards from visitors.Assist with monthly hospitality requests (e.g., create menu designs, place ad-hoc food orders).Order and replenish quarterly stock of air fresheners for the VIP guest room and all GCM restrooms; birthday or heritage month decorations.Update monthly Zoom signage in all GCM conference rooms.Serve as back-up to Office Services designated member to provide tours to new hires or Summer Interns and Analysts.Assist with general administrative duties and projects, upon request.EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSThe ideal experience and critical competencies for the role include the following:Associate’s degree required or equivalent work experience.Minimum 2 years related professional experience interacting with executive and senior management.Business professional attire is required.Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.Outstanding verbal and written communications skills.High degree of integrity and the ability to recognize the requirements of confidentiality.Demonstrated initiative and ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment.Proven ability to work both independently and within a team.Proven experience successfully managing multiple priorities with competing deadlines in a professional and efficient manner.Outstanding organization, decision making and problem solving skills.Ability to take control and manage tasks independently to closure.Flexibility and adaptability to various changing working conditions based on priorities.ABOUT THE FIRMGCM Grosvenor (Nasdaq: GCMG) is a global alternative asset management solutions provider with approximately $76 billion in assets under management across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and absolute return investment strategies.The firm has specialized in alternatives for more than 50 years and has a diverse, engaged team of approximately 530 professionals serving a global client base. The person will be responsible for providing support to Reception and related Facilities functions. SUMMARYThis position is for a Receptionist in the Office Services Department.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for clearance tech roles?
Entry‑level (Confidential) salaries range from $70k to $90k annually. Mid‑level (Secret) positions earn $100k to $130k. Senior (Top Secret) roles command $140k to $170k, while Lead or Program Manager positions with TS/SCI clearance can reach $180k to $220k, depending on project complexity and geographic location.
What skills and certifications are required to secure a clearance tech job?
Essential technical skills include secure coding (Python, C/C++), system hardening, and familiarity with SIEM tools like Splunk or QRadar. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, GRC, and PMP are highly valued. Knowledge of NIST SP 800‑53, FedRAMP, ITAR, and CJIS compliance frameworks is mandatory for most roles.
Can clearance tech positions be performed remotely?
Many analysis and software engineering roles allow remote work with strict security controls: encrypted VPN, MFA, and adherence to DoD and DoD-CERT guidelines. However, roles involving hardware maintenance, secure facility access, or classified data handling typically require on‑site presence.
What career progression paths exist within clearance tech roles?
Typical progression moves from Analyst to Senior Analyst, then to System Architect or Lead Engineer. From there, professionals can transition into Program Manager, PMO, or Director of Cyber Operations. Advanced clearance holders can also pursue contracting or consulting roles in private industry with equivalent security clearances.
What are the current industry trends affecting clearance tech careers?
Key trends include the adoption of zero‑trust architectures, accelerated migration to DoD‑compliant cloud services, expansion of cyber‑operations centers, and the integration of AI/ML for threat detection. These shifts increase demand for specialists skilled in cloud security, AI‑driven analytics, and secure DevOps practices.

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