Role Overview
NielsenIQ is hiring a Cyber Lead. This is a full-time remote role, with the team based in Chicago, IL, United States (Remote). posted 4 weeks ago. The posted range is $125k to $201k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job description
Lead a team of Engineers with full stack accountability for technologies utilized to deliver Identity and Access Management, Privileged Access Management and Cloud identities Cybersecurity services; Provide day-to-day management of the team's work and other efforts ensuring an effective balance of the workload across the team; Drive or inform technology direction based on security and customer requirements; Partner closely with Security Architecture and other security stakeholders to ensure alignment between security control framework, deployed technologies, and desired vs. achieve outcomes; Engage proactively with key stakeholders and partners outside security, including IT and Application teams to understand technology direction and align security capabilities accordingly; Stay up to date on ew tools and techniques and act as driver for innovation; Drive continual improvement processes to enhance the end-user experience, increase technology value, and improve security posture; and provide high-quality training, management, and mentorship for the IAM team members located across various geographies. Telecommuting permitted.
Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or Information Technology and 7 years of experience required.
Chicago, IL; 40 hours/week.
This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation of the following range: $124,516-$200,900 Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a sales-based incentive or performance-based bonus. Other benefits include a flexible working environment, comprehensive health insurance, industry-leading parental leave, life insurance, education support, and more.
Any employee with questions about this position may contact bikashitaleema.saikia@nielseniq.com. Any employee who wishes to apply may submit their resume on NIQ's career page Careers - NIQ and reference job R26_0015984. If applying, please include a resume.
Our Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/
About NIQ
NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.
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How do I apply for the Cyber Lead position at NielsenIQ?
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Is the Cyber Lead role at NielsenIQ remote?
Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Chicago, IL, United States (Remote), but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.
How much does the Cyber Lead role at NielsenIQ pay?
NielsenIQ has posted a compensation range of $125k to $201k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.
When was the Cyber Lead role at NielsenIQ posted?
This role was posted on June 23, 2026 (29 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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