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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Hybrid
As a Senior Specialist on our Information Security Team, you'll play a critical role in protecting Nasdaq's platforms and systems by discovering security vulnerabilities and delivering security solutions across our software development and infrastructure environments.
You'll thrive in this position if you're technically sharp, solutions-focused, and motivated by staying ahead of emerging threats in a fast-paced, high-impact global environment.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct security assessments, penetration tests, red team exercises and risk evaluations across systems, networks, and applications of varying complexity.
Detect security vulnerabilities and help design and maintain security aspect of the solutions across new and existing applications, systems architecture, and continuous integration and delivery pipelines.
Identify and remediate complex system vulnerabilities — including web application threats, malicious code, and network-level exposures — across applications.
Leverage AI tools to enhance team productivity and evaluate emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement in security practices.
Prepare security risk analysis reports and develop response procedures to support informed decision-making across the organization.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Active certification from a recognized security body (e.g., SANS, OffSec, or ISC2).
5+ years of experience in application security, information security, or a related discipline.
Proven ability to analyze complex system vulnerabilities and develop effective technical remediation strategies.
Strong understanding of web application security threats and secure software development practice.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working across cross-functional teams including technology, compliance, and risk.
Familiarity with cloud-based environments and modern application development practices.
Track record of integrating security practices within agile or continuous delivery workflow
This position will be located in Philadelphia and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.
Come as You Are
Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.
We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.
What We Offer
We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success.
In addition to base salary, Nasdaq offers significant other compensation (annual bonus/commissions and equity), benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.
Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:
For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.