Network Security Engineer

ABN AMRO Clearing USA LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work schedules

Generous paid time off

Health benefits through BCBS-IL

401(k) plan with match

Job summary

ABN AMRO Clearing USA LLC is seeking a Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain our global security perimeter. The role focuses on firewall rules, VPNs, and secure network design while coordinating with data centers and application owners.

The position is based in Chicago with a minimum of three onsite days per week and occasional on-call nights and weekends. Strong collaboration across teams is required, along with a security-by-design mindset and ownership of tasks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a network security engineer in banking/financial services.
• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field.
• Security-by-design mindset and ownership attitude.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the bank's third-party network security perimeter.
• Integrate security solutions and ensure sound operation.
• Analyze and optimize core and perimeter firewall rulesets with data center operator.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with departments on network security projects.
• Provide technical support during troubleshooting.
• Stay up to date with peer teams and advise network teams.

Skills

Network security

Cisco networking

Firewalls & VPNs

IDS/IPS

Troubleshooting

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

Cisco networking equipment

Job description

ABN AMRO Clearing USA LLC (AAC-USA) is a subsidiary of ABN AMRO Clearing Bank N.V. We are a global clearing firm that provides an integrated suite of financial services to professional trading participants in the global financial market.

The core service offering consists of clearing, execution, stock borrowing and lending, settlement. AAC-USA has a Global Reach through direct and indirect clearing memberships to over 90 of the world’s leading exchanges. Our international network provides comprehensive market access to exchange-listed instruments such as stocks, futures, and options. ABN AMRO Clearing USA LLC-Member FINRA, NFA, FIA and SIPC.

Job Overview:

The Network Security Engineer will work on designing, implementing, and maintaining the global network and perimeter security infrastructure. The engineer will work closely with the rest of the organization to ensure a secure design and efficient implementation considering reliability, performance and supportability.

The engineer will focus on reviewing, analyzing and implementing firewall requests on the existing internal and external security perimeter, the evolution and maintenance of the perimeter and the improvement of the security setup from a networking viewpoint considering the end to end data flow.

The engineer will co-operate with our data center outsourcing partner on optimizing their core security perimeter and align the core security, perimeter security, security tools and data flows throughout the environment.

This position is based in our Chicago office and requires a min of 3 days per week onsite in office and occasional on-call avaliabitly on nights and weekends.

Job Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain the bank's third-party network security perimeter
• Integrate security solutions and ensure their sound operation
• Analyze and optimize new and existing core and perimeter firewall rulesets in co-operation with the data center operator and application owners
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise
• Collaborate with other departments to develop and implement network security related projects
• Provide technical support during troubleshooting
• Stay up to date with development in peer teams and provide advice to network teams

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a network security engineer, preferably in the banking or financial services industry
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field
• Familiar with complexity and not afraid of working through complex challenges
• Experience with Cisco networking equipment and protocols
• Strong understanding of network security concepts, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection and prevention systems
• Strong understanding of secure application design and network design as relevant to analyze and challenge firewall rule requests
• Security should be part of the engineer’s approach to tasks following the idea of security by design.
• Strong sense of ownership regarding tasks and problems
• Ability to work independently in a well-established environment respecting existing solutions and all processes
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to work well under pressure
• Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Stakeholder management skills, especially in a multi-cultural and international environment
• Ability to work onsite in the office a min of 3 days, with occasional on-call avaliabitly on nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications:

• Information Security (IS) professional qualifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CEH, CISA, CISM and CCSK
• Broad knowledge of IT and security capabilities and processes

Below is the expected base salary for this position. Offers will ultimately be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and performance in the interview process. This position will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus.

Annual base salary, not including discretionary bonus eligibility: $110,000+

Perks and Benefits:

As a global leader in financial services, we rely on our employees to deliver their best work for our clients. We invest in our employees by offering a host of benefits and perks.

• Flexible hybrid work schedules (generally a minimum of three days per week onsite) with a one-time stipend to help improve hybrid working capabilities
• Generous paid time off, sick days, market-based holiday schedule, sabbatical leave, parental/bonding leave plan and volunteer day off
• Competitive health benefit offerings, including choice of medical plans through BCBS-IL, dental plan, vision and flexible spending accounts
• Complimentary annual membership to One Medical, a dedicated EAP and a benefits concierge service
• Employer paid benefits such as term life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Robust 401(k) Plan with a generous match and vesting schedule
• Annual learning stipend and tuition assistance program to help employees pursue additional education
• Company-issued laptops and role dependent mobile stipend
• Corporate Divvy memberships and pre-tax commuter benefits
• Monthly wellness subsidy available to be used towards wellness and fitness activities
• Regular, open communication including monthly Town Hall meetings with the Management Team
• A matrixed, culture-based organization with collaborative teams that promote diversity, equity and inclusion
• Weekly lunch credit, Free coffee & tea, fresh fruit and snacks, "bagel Wednesday" and monthly treats to celebrate workiversaries and birthdays
• Employee-led committees to bring awareness and inclusive activities to our employees
• Modern open office with a large kitchen/meeting gathering area - including foosball and ping pong tables
• Private, well-equipped Mother’s room
• Office is conveniently located in the Chicago Loop Financial District - close to CTA and Metra
• Well-maintained building (an architectural 'masterpiece') and a part of Chicago history - with a robust business center, gym, restaurants, cafe, game room and a shared rooftop terrace with green space

This information is intended as a summary of potential benefits only. Eligibility for the plans and programs listed here depends on the nature of employment, length of service and other factors. Actual coverage is governed by supporting summary plan descriptions and related policies.

ABN AMRO Clearing USA (AAC-USA) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. AAC-USA celebrates diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race; creed; color; religion; alienage or national origin; ancestry; citizenship status; age; disability or handicap; sex; marital status; veteran status; sexual orientation; status as a survivor of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking; genetic predisposition or carrier status; gender identity or expression; or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, views and experiences. This enables us to be a better and stronger team – one that makes better decisions and delivers better business results. AAC-USA participates in the E-Verify program in the US.