Senior Strategic Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

As the world's leading and most diverse derivatives marketplace, CME Group ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

As a cornerstone of the global financial infrastructure, CME Group operates at the intersection of high-stakes finance and cutting-edge technology. Our Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) team is a specialized unit of elite analysts dedicated to defending the integrity of the world's leading derivatives marketplace. We don't just react to alerts; we anticipate shifts in the global landscape. By blending geopolitical analysis with deep technical insights, we provide the foresight necessary to protect our assets, our clients, and the stability of global markets.

A supportive environment fostering career progression, continuous learning, and an inclusive culture.

Broad exposure to CME Group's diverse products, asset classes, and cross-functional teams.

You aren't just an analyst; you are a strategic architect of our collective defense. Reporting to the Lead of Intelligence Production, you will bridge the gap between global geopolitical volatility and tactical cybersecurity.

Deliver all-source intelligence collection management, transforming raw data from the deep web and traditional sources into high-fidelity finished products.

Mentor and elevate a high-performing team of junior analysts, fostering a culture of rigorous analytic standards and continuous professional growth.

Drive quality control across the intelligence lifecycle, ensuring every brief and memorandum meets the highest standards of clarity, accuracy, and impact.

Partner with cross-functional leaders to map emerging threats directly to our most critical corporate assets.

Decode the intent and capabilities of advanced persistent threats (APTs), utilizing your expertise to stay ahead of adversary strategies.

Strategic Vision:
Deep experience in all-source intelligence analysis, potentially sharpened within the Intelligence Community, Military, or a global financial institution.

Cultural Expertise:
Demonstrated interest in and familiarity with priority geopolitical areas. Particularly interested in knowledge of Mandarin, Farsi, Russian, Korean, or Arabic.

Analytic Rigor:
Mastery of intelligence frameworks such as the Diamond Model, Cyber Kill Chain, and MITRE ATT&CK to discern patterns in complex actor behavior.

Executive Presence:
The ability to distill intricate technical threats into sophisticated briefings and assessments for a C-suite audience.

Research Prowess:
Expert-level skill in navigating specialized online forums, social media, and traditional intelligence sources to map the threat landscape.

Educational Foundation: A BA/BS or higher in International Relations, Intelligence Studies, Cyber Security, or a related field that informs your understanding of global dynamics or equivalent experience

Technical Fluency: A strong grasp of how geopolitical shifts translate into cyber risks.

Company Benefits:

Bonus Programme

Equity Programme

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Private Medical and Dental coverage

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Cycle To Work

Family Leave

Education Assistance – MBA/Advanced Degree/Bachelor Degree

Ongoing Employee Development Training/Certification