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Sr. IGA Operations Analyst

Cboe Global Markets, Kansas City, MO, United States


Location Overview
Cboe Global Markets operates a key office in the Overland Park Xchange (OPx), located in Overland Park, Kansas, a bustling suburb of Kansas City. The OPx business park is strategically positioned to provide convenient access to the Kansas City metropolitan area, offering modern infrastructure and a collaborative environment ideal for the financial services and technology industries. The OPx site provides a balance of high-quality office space, advanced facilities, and an environment conducive to productivity and growth.

Role Overview
The Identity Governance and Administrations (IGA) team at Cboe implements key Identity and Access Management (IAM) initiatives like user life cycle management, role‑based access control, user access reviews, and integration with critical systems. This position supports the Information Security team to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of identity and privileged access security controls through a combination of techniques that provide standardization, consistency, and optimization to achieve the global security mission in protecting people, assets, and reputation. The IGA: We build trusted markets by enabling trusted digital identities.

Responsibilities

Administer and troubleshoot accounts, roles, and permissions in Active Directory / Azure AD (Microsoft Entra ID), enterprise and SaaS applications, and SSO/MFA platforms.

Resolve escalated access issues requiring deeper directory, identity, or workflow knowledge.

Support onboarding and offboarding for privileged accounts or sensitive roles.

Ensure operational activities follow internal security policies and relevant regulatory standards.

Assist in recurring access certifications, entitlement reviews, and remediation efforts.

Identify potential access risks and elevate appropriate escalation.

Maintain and enhance standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process documentation.

Proactively identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to access workflows, approval chains, and onboarding processes.

Collaborate with IAM Engineering or IT teams on automation (e.g., PowerShell scripts, provisioning integrations).

Serve as an operational SME for access management policies and tools.

Mentor and provide guidance to junior analysts; assist with training and onboarding.

Participate in cross‑functional projects impacting IAM, such as new application onboarding or security initiatives.

Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory frameworks, and identity governance practices.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.

5+ years of experience in Identity & Access Management/IGA Operations, Active Directory / Azure AD administration, user lifecycle and access request fulfillment and IT operations with exposure to security processes.

High level knowledge in identity and access management or cyber security fields.

Strong understanding of RBAC models, least privilege/access governance, and authentication and identity security principles.

Proficient in Active Directory, Azure AD/Entra, Single‑Sign‑On and MFA.

Strong analytical skills, good organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, process documentation, and project management skills.

Strong customer service focus when interacting with stakeholders and resolving access‑related requests.

Benefits And Perks Of Working For Cboe Global Markets

Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement

Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days

Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services

2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire

Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation

Employee referral bonus program

Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities

Some of our associates’ favorite benefits and perks include:

Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office

Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities

Generous charitable giving company match

Paid parental leave and fertility benefits

On‑site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers

More About Cboe Global Markets
We’re reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people. Our journey is an inclusive one. We’re investing deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed. We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot of passion. We’re an engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes.

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and 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, or Veteran status. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.

Visa Sponsorship
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.

Salary Ranges (applicable for US locations only)
At Cboe, we are committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and market‑informed total rewards program. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $110,500-$143,000, with actual compensation determined by job‑related factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal alignment, and location. This role may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation and, where applicable, participation in Cboe’s long‑term equity programs.

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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