Information Security Specialist

Why Nasdaq

When you work at Nasdaq, you’re working for more open and transparent markets so that more people can access opportunities. Connections can be made, jobs can be created, and communities can thrive. We want all our employees to have access to opportunity, too. That means planning for career growth, ensuring you have the tools you need, and promoting an inclusive culture where we’re all valued for our unique perspective.

Here, you will work for a global tech leader committed to breaking down barriers to inclusive prosperity. We see technology as a means to free people up to work together more productively and effectively by centralizing data, analytics, and market intelligence.

Here, we’re committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workforce. Not only is it our responsibility to do better, but we also need representative voices to power the fresh thinking that is vital for our business and our clients.

Division Overview

The Information Security Department is a global department, which is responsible for coordinating the protection of Nasdaq’s core business operations and information against real-world cyber threats, by employing technology, policy, processes, education programs and sound design techniques across the enterprise.

Team and Role Overview

We are looking for an Information Security Specialist in Firewall Engineering team, who will be working on daily operations tasks (handling firewall tickets, resolving firewall-related incidents) as well as firewall upgrade tasks. If you have the curiosity to learn new technologies and expand your knowledge on information security and network firewalls, this position may be right for you.

What you will do:

• Work on firewall requests (planning, documenting and implementing firewall openings);
• Communicate with clients (both internal and external) for any firewall-related matters;
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex firewall-related incidents;
• Perform firewall OS upgrades with pre- and post-checks;
• Cooperate with other teams on daily basis with regards to firewall requests, incidents and upgrades;
• Participate in CAB meetings and represent firewall tickets.

What We Expect:

• Good understanding of OSI Layers and network security technologies;
• Expertise on firewall products - Cisco ASA, Fortigate, Palo Alto, Checkpoint, and respective management platforms, understanding firewall upgrade process and nuances;
• Good understanding in VPN concepts (S2S IPSec VPN, SSL Remote VPN);
• Referring knowledge base for identified known threats and performing analysis, providing mitigation plan and act on fixing those;
• Experience with IT Operation tools like ITSM, Jira and understanding of ITIL, Change, Incident and Problem Management processes;
• Follow the defined process to complete open firewall requests to maintain adherence to defined SLAs;
• Fluent English and good communication skills;
• Ability to support 24/7 on-call rotation.

What will it be working here?

Nasdaq is a vibrant and entrepreneurial company where everyone is encouraged to take initiative, challenge the status quo, and take intelligent risks. We want everyone to feel welcome and bring their authentic self to work. Every day, we are building a culture where we all feel connected, supported, and empowered. We are a Hybrid-First work environment that embraces work-life balance and fosters well-being.

What do we offer you?

• Nasdaq's Flex Day program (6 paid leave days a year).
• Additional paid leave days after 2 years of working at Nasdaq.
• Internal Mentorship programs - learn from an employee you look up to.
• Wide selection of online learning resources: Udemy, O’Reilly, etc.
• Flexible Health Insurance program from the first day.
• III pillar pension plan with additional contribution from Nasdaq.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program Nasdaq stocks with a discount.

This is a full-time permanent position located in Vilnius. Follow the link to apply, and the Talent Acquisition team will be in touch. Please note that applicants must be eligible to work in Lithuania and applications must be in English.

Monthly salary (Gross): 3800 - 4000 EUR, other bonuses apply in addition to long-term incentive programs.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.