Director, Insider Threat

About CLS:

CLS is the trusted party at the centre of the global FX ecosystem.  Utilized by thousands of counterparties, CLS makes FX safer, smoother and more cost effective.  Trillions of dollars’ worth of currency flows through our systems each day. 

Created by the market for the market, our unrivalled global settlement infrastructure reduces systemic risk and provides standardization for participants in many of the world’s most actively traded currencies.  We deliver huge efficiencies and savings for our clients: in fact, our approach to multilateral netting shrinks funding requirements by over 96% on average, so clients can put their capital and resources to better use.

CLS products are designed to enable clients to manage risk most effectively across the full FX lifecycle – whether through more efficient processing tools or market intelligence derived from the largest single source of FX executed data available to the market.

Our ambition to make a positive difference starts with our people.  Our values – Protect, Improve, Grow – underpin everything that we do at CLS and define and shape a supportive and inclusive working environment in which everyone is encouraged to be open and forward-thinking.

Job purpose

CLS is seeking a highly motivated, and skilled Director to lead our Insider Threat Team. The role will be located in New York City or Metropark NJ. The position will report to the Deputy CISO and will be responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a new Insider Threat team. This role involves overseeing the identification, prevention, and response to risks posed by individuals with authorized access to organizational assets, including employees, contractors, and third-party vendors. The position will require collaboration with cross-functional teams to mitigate the risks of malicious, negligent, or unintentional insider actions that could lead to security breaches, data loss, or reputational damage.  This role will also be responsible for mentoring others on the team.

This position requires someone with an analytical mind, a quick learner, and the ability to create and deliver briefings, propose, and execute program initiative’s/improvements, and collaborate with a wide range of key stakeholders.

 

Job Description

• Lead the insider threat program, including the development of standards, procedures, and processes to detect, prevent, and respond to insider threats
• Drive continuous improvement by integrating lessons learned, industry best practices, and emerging threat intelligence
• Utilize advanced detection tools, behavioral analytics, and security monitoring systems
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the firm to evaluate and address potential insider risks across systems, networks, and organizational processes
• Lead and manage investigations of suspected insider threat incidents, ensuring that investigations are thorough, timely, and conducted in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Produce reports on insider threat risks, incidents, and mitigation efforts for executives to aid in their decision making
• Work with the intelligence team to develop threat modeling deliverables

 Experience

• 6-10+ years of progressive experience in information security (cyber security) field, preferable in Security Operations, Incident Response, or Threat Intelligence roles
• 5+ years of experience in Insider Threat
• Experience with insider threat detection tools (UEBA, DLP, SIEM) and knowledge of advanced threat intelligence techniques
• Knowledge of fundamentals of threat actors’ TTPs and MITRE ATT&CK Framework
• Understanding of security frameworks, incident response, and risk management practice
• Knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory considerations, including privacy laws an data protection requirements
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills

Qualifications/Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity studies, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, International Relations, or related discipline
• Security certification such as CERT Insider Threat Program Manager (ITPM) Certificate (or equivalent) ideally or working towards certification (or equivalent)
• Experience with threat intelligence and SOC/CIRT interaction
• Splunk experience is highly preferred
• Expertise in managing complex investigations, coordinating with multiple departments, and resolving security incidents efficiently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work on-site at least twice a week in New York and/or participate in local intelligence sharing groups

Desired Skills

• Financial sector experience

 

Expected full-time salary range between $170,000 - $210,000 + variable compensation + 401(k) match + benefits. *Note: Disclosure as required by NY Pay Transparency Law of the expected salary compensation range for this role

 

Our commitment to employees:

At CLS, we celebrate diversity and consider this to be one of our strongest assets. We are committed to fostering an environment in which everyone feels comfortable to be who they are, and inclusion is valued. All employees have access to our inclusive benefits, including:

• Holiday - UK/Asia: 25 holiday days and 3 ‘life days’ (in addition to bank holidays). US: 23 holiday days.
• 2 paid volunteer days so that you can actively support causes within your community that are important to you.
• Generous parental leave policies to ensure you can enjoy valuable time with your family.
• Parental transition coaching programmes and support services.
• Wellbeing and mental health support resources to ensure you are looking after yourself, and able to support others.
• Affinity Groups (including our Women’s Forum, Black Employee Network and Pride Network) in support of our organisational commitment to embrace and always be learning more about DE&I.
• Hybrid working to promote a healthy work/life balance, enabling employees to work collaboratively in the office when needed and work from home when they don’t.
• Active support of flexible working for all employees where possible.
• Monthly ‘Heads Down Days’ with no meetings across the whole company.
• Generous non-contributory pension provision for UK/Asia employees, and 401K match from CLS for US employees.
• Private medical insurance and dental coverage.
• Social events that give you opportunities to meet new people and broaden your network across the organisation.
• Annual flu vaccinations.
• Discounts and savings and cashback across a wide range of categories including health and retail for UK employees.
• Discounted Gym membership – Complete Body Gym Discount/Sweat equity program for US employees.
• All employees have access to Discover – our comprehensive learning platform with 1000+ courses from LinkedIn Learning.
• Access to frequent development sessions on a number of topics to help you be successful and develop your career at CLS.