Job Description:
Building trusted markets ā powered by our peopleāÆĀ
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At Cboe Global Markets, we inspire our people to solve complex challenges together because what we do matters. We provideĀ the financialĀ infrastructure that powers the global economy. As a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, Cboe deliversĀ cutting-edgeĀ trading, clearing and investment solutions to market participants around the world.āÆĀ
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WeāreĀ building meaningful ways to support professional and personal development while strengthening the trustĀ weāveĀ earned as a global market leader. Our teams are empowered to share ideas, actively pursueĀ themĀ and bring on a challenge. As champions of internal mobility and access to opportunity, we encourage our people to āgo for itā and equip our managers with the training to coach their teams to the next level. We strive to provideĀ employeesĀ a safe space to network, shareĀ ideasĀ and create opportunities.Ā Ā
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PLEASE NOTE: To support strong partnership and team connection, this role follows a four day in office work model - in either our Overland Park, KS or Chicago, IL office.Ā
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Role OverviewĀ
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The Network Security Team is seeking a Sr. Network and Firewall Security Engineer to secure andĀ operateĀ connectivity across global offices and data centers. This is a hands-on role requiring deepĀ expertiseĀ in Palo Alto firewalls, including design, deployment, migration, and ongoing optimization of security policies in complex enterprise environments. The engineer will partner across infrastructure teams to ensure secure,Ā highly availableĀ connectivity, while also supporting internal and external stakeholders with a strong service mindset. Candidates must be self-starters with strong critical thinking skills, capable ofĀ operatingĀ independently and taking ownership of complex problems fromĀ initialĀ detection through resolution.Ā
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This role requires advanced troubleshooting capabilities, including hands-on experience with Palo Alto CLI-based debugging typical of Tier 2/Tier 3 TAC scenarios, as well as strong foundational networking knowledge across routing protocols and packet-level analysis. The ideal candidate is a natural communicator who can drive problem resolution in large, cross-functional settings, clearly articulate technical findings, and influence outcomes across engineering, security, and operations teams. Success also requires the ability to communicate effectively with seniorĀ leadershipātranslating deep technical issues, risks, and trade-offs into concise, actionable insightsāwhile mentoring junior engineers and helping elevate the overall capability of the team.Ā
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Your responsibilities will be:Ā
Design, deploy, and migrate Palo AltoĀ firewallĀ solutions across global environments, including architecture of security policies, segmentation, SSL decryption, and centralized managementĀ Ā
Lead complex security and network integrations by applying strongĀ core networking principlesĀ (BGP, OSPF, routing design, failover, traffic engineering) to ensure resilient, high-performance connectivityĀ Ā
Partner with network, cloud, and infrastructure teams to design and implement secure, scalable connectivity across on-prem and hybrid environmentsĀ Ā
Serve as a senior escalation point, driving advanced troubleshooting acrossĀ firewalls and underlying network infrastructure, including deep packet, flow, and session-level analysisĀ Ā
Support network security operations and incident response, diagnosing complex connectivity issues involving routing, NAT, policy enforcement, and application behaviorĀ Ā
Mentor engineers and NOC staff, reinforcing strong networking fundamentals, structured troubleshooting, andĀ operational bestĀ practicesĀ Ā
Manage and prioritize work intake while delivering clear, direct communication to both technical stakeholders and senior leadershipĀ Ā
Evaluate and recommend enhancements to security architecture,Ā firewallĀ capabilities, and network design to continuously improve reliability and security postureĀ
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Minimum QualificationsĀ
7+ years of network and security engineering experience across enterprise routing, switching, andĀ firewallĀ platforms, with strong foundations in secure connectivity and network designĀ Ā
5+ years of hands-on experience managing Palo Alto firewalls, including SSL decryption, security profiles, and Panorama-based centralized management (required)Ā Ā
Strong,Ā demonstratedĀ experience designing and troubleshooting complex network and security environments, including routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), NAT, and packet-level analysis in production environmentsĀ Ā
Deep understanding of TCP/IP, traffic flows, and structured troubleshooting methodologies across network and security domainsĀ Ā
Strong understanding of network security design principles, including segmentation, access control, and secure architecture patterns (zone-based design,Ā microsegmentation, zero-trust concepts)Ā Ā
Experience leadingĀ firewallĀ migrations and contributing to enterprise network security architectureĀ Ā
Experience with scripting or API-driven automation to improve operational efficiencyĀ
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Preferred QualificationsĀ
Experience acrossĀ additionalĀ enterprise networking platforms and edge technologies, including Arista or similar environments, proxy platforms, load balancers (e.g., F5), and multi-vendor infrastructureĀ Ā
Experience with cloud networking and security, including AWS networking constructs and security controls, as well as edge security platforms such as Cloudflare or similar servicesĀ Ā
Familiarity with modern application and container networking models, including Kubernetes networking, segmentation, and network policiesĀ Ā
ExperienceĀ participatingĀ in or leading multi-vendor infrastructure migrations in large-scale environmentsĀ Ā
Relevant industry certifications such as Palo Alto, Cisco, or equivalentĀ
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Benefits and PerksĀ of working for Cboe Global MarketsĀ
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We value the total wellbeing of our people ā including health, financial,Ā personalĀ and social wellness. We believe standard benefits like health insurance and fair pay areĀ a givenĀ atĀ any organization. Still, you shouldĀ knowĀ we offer:Ā
Ā Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievementāÆĀ
Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sickĀ daysĀ and annual community service daysāÆāÆĀ
Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health servicesāÆĀ
2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% matchĀ immediatelyĀ upon hireāÆĀ
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase PlanāÆāÆĀ
Tax Savings Accounts for health,Ā dependentĀ and transportationāÆĀ
Employee referral bonus programāÆāÆĀ
Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communitiesāÆāÆĀ
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Some of our associatesā favorite benefits andĀ perksĀ include:āÆĀ
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Complimentary lunch,Ā snacksĀ and coffee in any Cboe officeāÆĀ
Paid TuitionĀ assistanceĀ and education opportunitiesāÆĀ
Generous charitable giving company matchāÆĀ
Paid parental leave and fertility benefitsāÆāÆĀ
On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centersāÆĀ Ā
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More About CboeĀ Global MarketsĀ
WeāreĀ reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people. āÆOur journey is an inclusive one.Ā WeāreĀ investing deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed. āÆĀ
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We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot of passion.Ā WeāreĀ an engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes.āÆĀ
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Learn more about life at Cboe onĀ our websiteĀ andĀ LinkedIn.Ā
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Equal Employment OpportunityĀ
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any legally protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, orĀ Veteran status. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. āÆĀ
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This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
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Salary Ranges (applicable for US locations only)
At Cboe, we are committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and marketāinformed total rewards program. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $119,000-$169,400, with actual compensation determined by jobārelated factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal alignment, and location.Ā
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This role may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation and, where applicable, participation in Cboe's long-term equity programs.
Additional information about Cboe's total rewards program, including benefits and other compensation components, can be found here: Total Rewards at CBOE.ā
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Any communication from Cboe regarding this position will only come from a Cboe recruiter who has a @cboe.com email or via LinkedIn Recruiter. Cboe does not use any other third party communication tools for recruiting purposes.
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