Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst II

CME Group • Wacker, IL

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Information Security (GIS) team at CME Group is seeking a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst II to support our mission of protecting the integrity of the financial marketplace. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of threat intelligence—from collection and analysis to the dissemination of finished products. You will collaborate closely with security operations and risk management teams to transform raw data into actionable insights, ensuring our defensive posture remains resilient against evolving financial sector threats. What You’ll Get A supportive environment fostering career progression, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture. A collaborative team that values unique perspectives, where experts in language, literature, advanced mathematics and engineering work together to tackle financial sector threats. Broad exposure to CME Group's diverse products, asset classes, and cross-functional teams. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Core Experience: Demonstrated experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data to identify cyber threats.
• Technical Knowledge: Proficiency with cyber threat intelligence concepts and frameworks, specifically MITRE ATT&CK, and an understanding of the Cyber Kill Chain.
• Communication Skills: The ability to articulate technical concepts effectively to both technical staff and non-technical leadership.
• Education & Certification: A BA/BS in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Engineering, along with industry certifications such as Network+, Security+, GSEC, or CEH, or equivalent experience.
• Research Capabilities: Strong online research skills, including the use of OSINT, social media, and traditional sources to track adversary tactics.
• Global Awareness: An understanding of how current geopolitical events influence the cybersecurity landscape.

Nice To Haves

• Language Skills (Bonus): Proficiency in priority languages, including Arabic, Farsi, Mandarin, or Russian, is considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Enhance Detection Logic: Analyze incoming threat intelligence reports to assist in the creation of signatures, queries, and analytics that drive active detection and prevention.
• Support Incident Response: Partner with security operations and incident response staff to aid active investigations and tune detection capabilities for higher fidelity.
• Assess Emerging Vulnerabilities: Evaluate new exploits and vulnerabilities to determine their potential impact on our infrastructure and identify relevant attack vectors.
• Respond to Threat Inquiries: Act as the primary point of contact for internal inquiries regarding cyber threats impacting the financial sector.
• Produce Finished Intelligence: Disseminate clear, actionable intelligence to stakeholders ranging from technical teams to executive leadership to support risk management decisions.

Benefits

• A supportive environment fostering career progression, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture.
• A collaborative team that values unique perspectives, where experts in language, literature, advanced mathematics and engineering work together to tackle financial sector threats.
• Broad exposure to CME Group's diverse products, asset classes, and cross-functional teams.
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Our compensation program also includes an annual target bonus opportunity for all employees, as well as the opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program.
• Through our benefits program, we strive to offer flexibility, value and choice. From comprehensive health coverage, to a retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan, to highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, paid time off and a mental health benefit, CME Group offers a holistic benefits package for our team and their dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees