About Us

ISMG is a global intelligence firm and media powerhouse, leading the way in cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and digital transformation. With multiple brands, dozens of digital media properties, and hundreds of premier events annually, ISMG connects a network of executives, decision-makers, and innovators with timely insights and practical guidance.

ISMG is a global intelligence firm and media leader focused on cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and digital transformation. With multiple brands, dozens of digital properties, and hundreds of events annually, we connect an audience of executives and practitioners with the insights they need to protect organizations and advance careers. We are expanding our financial security coverage and looking for an experienced journalist to join our newsroom and reporting team.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Correspondent to join our editorial team and oversee our flagship media property, BankInfoSecurity. This role will produce high-impact journalism that informs and influences leaders across finance, security, and regulatory communities. The ideal candidate is a seasoned reporter with deep knowledge of financial cyber risk, fraud, payments, regulatory compliance, and the evolving intersection of finance and cybersecurity.

What You'll Be Doing

• Investigative & Enterprise Reporting: Develop and execute in-depth stories and investigative projects on financial security topics, including cyber-enabled fraud, banking/FinTech threats, sanctions evasion, and institutional risk.

• News Coverage & Breaking Reporting: Cover breaking events, regulatory developments, enforcement actions, and major incidents affecting financial institutions, payment ecosystems, and digital asset platforms.

• Source Development & Interviews: Build and maintain a broad network of contacts across banks, regulators, law enforcement, risk teams, vendors, and the research community; conduct high-quality interviews and vet sources thoroughly.

• Cross-Platform Content Production: Produce clear, accurate articles, analysis pieces, FAQs, and explainers for web and newsletters; support multimedia formats such as podcasts, webinars, and video segments.

• Collaboration: Work closely with editors, the Global Copy Desk, and design teams to ensure stories meet editorial standards, are edited and fact-checked, and are optimized for audience engagement.

• Thought Leadership & Events: Represent ISMG at industry events, panels, and webinars; contribute to special reports, custom content, and editorial projects that drive audience growth and trust.

• Continuous Learning: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of financial systems, cyber threats, regulatory trends, and investigative techniques to inform reporting and beat coverage.

What You Bring to the Table

• 7+ years of professional journalism or investigative reporting experience, with significant coverage of financial crime, banking, payments, digital assets, or financial cybersecurity.

• Demonstrated track record of high-quality, enterprise reporting; bylines in reputable outlets and examples of investigative work preferred.

• Strong knowledge of financial systems, regulatory frameworks (e.g., AML/CFT, sanctions), and cyber threat actors targeting the financial sector.

• Excellent interviewing, sourcing, and fact-checking skills; ability to cultivate confidential sources and handle sensitive information responsibly.

• Skilled at explaining complex technical and regulatory topics clearly for executive audiences; strong command of AP Style and editorial standards.

• Comfortable with digital publishing platforms, content management systems (CMS), and basic multimedia production; familiarity with data analysis, FOIA/records requests, or OSINT techniques a plus.

• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines, prioritize breaking news and long-form projects, and work collaboratively across global teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Finance, Political Science, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

• Full professional proficiency in English; additional language skills are advantageous.

Why Join ISMG?

• Contribute to high-impact journalism that shapes industry conversations and informs decision-makers.

• Collaborate with experienced editors, reporters, and subject-matter experts across a global newsroom.

• Opportunities for professional growth, conference participation, and leadership in editorial initiatives.

• Be part of a fast-paced, mission-driven organization committed to editorial excellence and audience trust.

👉 Apply Now! Visit ISMG.io to learn more and submit your application.

📍 Manhattan, NY – On-site
💰 $120,000–$140,000