Senior Cyber Engagements Lead

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc.; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. is seeking a Senior Principal Risk Specialist – Cyber Engagements in Rockville, MD. This role is central to reinforcing cybersecurity resilience across the financial sector by leading tabletop exercises that simulate real-world incidents.

Qualified candidates should possess advanced experience in cybersecurity risks and incident response. A competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits are offered, including a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Intermediate securities, compliance, or financial regulatory experience.
• Advanced experience in cybersecurity and incident response.
• Ability to lead high-impact engagement activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and facilitate cybersecurity tabletop exercises.
• Develop documentation like Executive Summaries and Toolkits.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on incident management.

Skills

Cybersecurity risk management

Incident response

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Advanced degree or professional certification

Job description

About FINRA

FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) is the largest independent regulator of securities firms in the U.S. It protects investors and ensures market integrity through effective regulation, overseeing approximately 3,400 brokerage firms and 624,000 registered securities representatives.

Opportunity

Are you ready to be at the forefront of cybersecurity resilience in the financial sector? As a Senior Principal Risk Specialist – Cyber Engagements, you will strengthen the industry's defenses against evolving cyber threats by designing and leading immersive tabletop exercises and workshops that simulate real‑world incidents, helping member firms sharpen response strategies, improve coordination, and build lasting resilience.

Responsibilities

• Lead high‑impact engagements by designing, coordinating, and facilitating cybersecurity tabletop exercises and workshops with member firms.


• Plan, manage, and execute internal and external cyber engagement events to drive engagement and alignment with company goals.


• Develop formal documentation, including Executive Summaries, After Action Reports (AARs), Educational Whitepapers, and Toolkits to support engagement functions.


• Serve as a trusted advisor, providing tailored guidance on incident management, coordination protocols, and recovery strategies based on each firm’s risk profile.


• Lead complex examinations and risk reviews, collaborating with Regulatory Operations staff and addressing matters from tips, referrals, and specialist initiatives.


• Share knowledge through conference panels, training seminars, boot camps, and district compliance events; develop staff training materials, podcasts, and specialized content.


• Consult on high‑stakes issues, responding to complex inquiries from Regulatory Operations staff with minimal supervision.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Intermediate securities, compliance, or financial regulatory experience.


• Advanced experience in risks associated with cybersecurity and incident response.


• Intermediate knowledge of FINRA’s eleven risk fundamentals and securities rules.


• Advanced‑to‑expert knowledge of cybersecurity risks, threat landscapes, and incident management.


• Advanced‑to‑expert written and oral communication skills.


• Advanced‑to‑expert negotiation skills and ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholders.


• Advanced‑to‑expert organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.


• Resiliency—ability to adapt and thrive under pressure and uncertainty.

Preferred Qualifications

• Major in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Cybersecurity, Computer Forensics, Data Analytics, or related fields.


• Advanced degree or professional certification.


• Series 99 license.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment with defined in‑person presence. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, adoption assistance, backup family care, and wellness programs.

EEO Statement

FINRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected category, including race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religion, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, or any other status or classification protected by state or local law. We strive to make our career site accessible to all users. If you need a disability‑related accommodation for completing the application process, please contact FINRA’s Employee Relations team at 240‑386‑4865 or at [e-mail].