Remote Financial Sector IT Security Specialist

Shape the Digital Shield of Financial Integrity — From Anywhere

Take on a pivotal position where your background in cybersecurity isn’t just valued — it’s essential. As a Remote Financial Sector IT Security Specialist, you’ll be at the core of protecting digital infrastructures that power global financial operations. With an annual salary of $132,962, this opportunity is designed for professionals who are eager to influence meaningful outcomes while working entirely from the comfort of their chosen location.

This isn’t just about defending against threats — it’s about architecting the future of secure financial technology. Your voice will be heard, your insights respected, and your knowledge put to impactful use every single day.

Core Responsibilities That Drive Impact

Build a Fortified Cyber Landscape

• Develop and maintain proactive security strategies that defend against complex cyberattacks.
• Implement layered defenses across cloud environments, distributed networks, and remote-access endpoints.
• Monitor security dashboards and logs to detect anomalies and neutralize risks swiftly.

Identify and Minimize Risk

• Conduct recurring security reviews of financial systems and applications.
• Generate in-depth assessments covering potential vulnerabilities and prioritize them based on criticality.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors to validate the strength of integrated systems.

Ensure Policy Adherence and Compliance

• Maintain alignment with security standards such as PCI-DSS, SOX, and ISO frameworks.
• Translate regulatory requirements into enforceable internal policies.
• Prepare audit-ready documentation that reflects the current infrastructure and protocol.

Foster Awareness and Empowerment

• Deliver engaging security training for team members across all departments.
• Champion remote-friendly practices that reinforce cyber hygiene.
• Create digestible resources that help non-technical staff recognize digital threats.

Lead During Security Events

• Head incident response planning and conduct regular simulations.
• Liaise with internal teams and forensic analysts to effectively manage any breach.
• Build detailed reports and recovery strategies tailored to financial-sector needs.

How You’ll Work — Fully Remote, Fully Engaged

You'll thrive in a highly organized and secure virtual workspace, collaborating with colleagues who value integrity and responsiveness. Tools such as encrypted messaging platforms, secure code repositories, and access-managed systems enable seamless connectivity.

Expect regular collaboration with DevSecOps professionals, compliance auditors, infrastructure teams, and remote developers. While physically distant, your ideas and actions will have immediate influence across the digital landscape.

Tools and Technologies You’ll Apply

• Security incident tools like SentinelOne, AlienVault, and Splunk
• Cloud infrastructure monitoring via AWS Security Hub or Microsoft Defender for Cloud
• Endpoint detection systems and threat hunting utilities
• SASE networks and multi-factor authentication ecosystems
• Encryption protocols and IAM frameworks
• Real-time vulnerability scanning and compliance dashboards

A strong command of these tools empowers you to anticipate, identify, and eliminate digital threats before they impact business operations.

The Ideal Candidate: Skills & Experience

• At least 5 years of working in cybersecurity, particularly within the financial services space
• A firm grasp of securing containerized environments and hybrid cloud ecosystems
• Experience with audit preparation and risk assessment methodologies
• Familiarity with financial compliance frameworks and digital forensics workflows
• Clear, confident communicator able to guide cross-functional remote teams
• Certifications like CISSP, CISA, GIAC, or CCSP are highly valued

You’re a strategic problem solver with the ability to think through complex security scenarios — not just reactively, but with foresight and resilience.

Grow With Us — Personally and Professionally

This position offers a direct path to leadership. Whether your ambition is to become a cybersecurity strategist, lead a SOC team, or guide cloud architecture decisions, we provide mentoring and cross-training to help you get there.

You’ll participate in large-scale initiatives involving digital identity protection, fraud intelligence, and next-generation security infrastructure — all while building your portfolio of real-world cybersecurity achievements.

What Makes This Role Special

• Help protect essential financial data accessed by millions globally
• Collaborate with elite technologists in a culture of trust and learning
• Work fully remote, with schedule flexibility and outcome-driven performance expectations
• Gain access to resources that support your development, from conferences to certifications
• Join a mission-focused team that puts ethical innovation at the heart of everything we do

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in defending the financial sector’s digital backbone? We’re looking for curious minds, courageous thinkers, and cybersecurity professionals who never settle for "good enough."

Submit your application and contribute your skills to a role where your daily work protects real people, tangible assets, and the future of secure finance.