Senior Cyber Defense Engineer Data Protection

CME Group • Chicago, IL

1d • $119,900 - $199,800

About The Position

As a Senior Cyber Defense Engineer, you will architect and operate the advanced controls that safeguard our most sensitive information. You will lead enterprise-wide initiatives in data discovery, classification, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments. This role is pivotal in addressing emerging risks, including those posed by generative AI, ensuring our security posture evolves alongside the global regulatory and threat landscape.

Requirements

• 7+ years in cybersecurity engineering, with at least 3 years of deep, hands-on expertise in DLP and data classification platforms.
• Proven ability to secure hybrid environments and integrate security controls across diverse cloud and endpoint ecosystems.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (PCI, NIST) and a forward-looking approach to AI security risks.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with DSPM tools, CASB/SSE platforms, and automation via Python or PowerShell.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCSP are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Architect & Implement: Design and deploy scalable DLP and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) solutions across endpoints, email, cloud (GCP/GWS, Azure/O365), and web traffic.
• Govern Data Discovery: Lead automated classification strategies using content inspection and machine learning to align data with corporate policies and regulatory frameworks (PCI, SOX, NIST).
• Secure Emerging Tech: Define and operationalize security controls for Generative AI and LLM platforms, preventing sensitive data exposure during model training and prompting.
• Integrate Ecosystems: Build resilient architectures by integrating data controls with Identity, CASB, SSE, and SIEM platforms.
• Analyze & Remediate: Investigate data security incidents, refine detection logic to minimize false positives, and produce high-fidelity metrics for risk reduction outcomes.

Benefits

• A supportive environment fostering career progression, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture.
• Broad exposure to CME's diverse products, asset classes, and cross-functional teams.
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Comprehensive health coverage
• A retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan
• Highly competitive education reimbursement provisions
• Paid time off
• A mental health benefit

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior