Who are we?
An electricity exchange for the energy transition.
ElectronX is a new electricity market designed to enable precision risk management, volatility hedging opportunities, and the monetization of power assets for all energy market participants. As a CFTC-regulated financial exchange (subject to approval), ElectronX will offer derivatives products that capture the intraday price fluctuations of our rapidly changing electrical grid—helping to smooth the financial path of clean energy adoption across the nation.
Who are we looking for?
As a growing company, ElectronX values candidates who are resourceful, curious and adaptable to change. Our cultural focus on innovation requires collaborative and entrepreneurial teammates with the intellectual grit necessary for success in the highly competitive capital markets and climate tech industries.
What will you be doing:
- Develop, implement, and maintain an enterprise-wide information security program
- Ensure compliance with CFTC regulations and other relevant industry standards
- Lead incident response and security breach investigations
- Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability analyses
- Oversee security awareness training for all employees
- Collaborate with Engineering and other departments to implement security measures
- Stay updated on emerging threats and technologies in the cybersecurity landscape
- Report to executive management on security status, incidents, and initiatives
What we need from you:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a senior Engineering role
- In-depth knowledge of CFTC cybersecurity regulations and requirements
- Strong understanding of systems and networking, including:
- Network architecture and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
- Firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
- Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
- Cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS)
- Virtualization technologies
- Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools
- Proficiency in implementing and managing identity and access management (IAM) solutions
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and tools
- Strong knowledge of encryption technologies and key management
- Experience with penetration testing and vulnerability assessments
Bonus points if:
- You’ve started a company in the past
- You've worked at a startup
- You’re fired up about exchanges, markets, electricity, or renewables
What does ElectronX offer?
- Paid healthcare including health, dental, and vision
- 401K
- Supplemental health and disability insurance
- Unlimited vacation
- Flex-work
- ElectronX gear!
Equal Opportunity Statement:
ElectronX is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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