EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity or information security engineering roles, including time in a lead, principal, or security architect capacity.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and engineering security controls in enterprise environments.
• Experience leading or independently managing technical security projects.
• Strong familiarity with CIS Framework and system hardening standards.
• Hands-on experience securing and monitoring cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• Deep understanding of common security controls including DLP, MFA, encryption, intrusion detection, and mobile device/application management.
• Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Python, or similar) with software engineering experience preferred
• Experience designing and maintaining centralized logging and SIEM solutions.
• Ability to independently assess risk, define problems, and implement practical, scalable solutions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and represent the security function effectively.
• Proven experience designing enterprise security architecture and reference architectures, balancing strategic, roadmap-level direction with hands-on implementation.
• Experience securing AI/ML systems and enterprise AI adoption, including familiarity with AI-specific risks (e.g., prompt injection, data leakage, model abuse) and frameworks such as the NIST AI Risk Management Framework and the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications.
• Experience threat modeling and partnering with software and product engineering teams to enable secure AI and application development.
• Experience in financial services or investment management preferred.
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CISM, GIAC, AWS Security, etc.) are a plus.

AT A GLANCE - GCM’s CYBERSECURITY & RISK TEAM

• Oversees the firm’s Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Business Continuity, Change Management, and Disaster Recovery programs.
• Collaborates with IT and business teams to embed security best practices across the enterprise.
• Participates in client meetings, regulatory examinations, and security due diligence processes.
• Utilizes Agile principles to prioritize, plan, and execute cybersecurity initiatives.
• Maintains a strong team culture centered on accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's experience, skills, and qualifications for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on factors such as individual, team, and company performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

CHICAGO ANNUAL PAY RANGE

$175,000

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$225,000 USD

ABOUT THE FIRM

GCM Grosvenor (Nasdaq: GCMG) is a global alternative asset management solutions provider with approximately $97 billion in assets under management across private equity, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and absolute return investment strategies.

The firm has specialized in alternatives for more than 54 years and has a diverse, engaged team of approximately 560 professionals serving a global client base. Eligible employees can elect to participate in comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical, dental, vision and life insurance), flexible spending accounts, and the employer sponsored retirement plan. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off, parental leave, short-term and long-term disability, as well as other care/wellness programs.

The firm is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Toronto, London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Seoul, and Sydney. For more information, visit: gcmgrosvenor.com.

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