Cyber Executive Underwriter (Chicago)

Cyber Executive Underwriter – USA Remote

Who We Are

HDI Global Insurance Company is a commercial property and casualty insurer headquartered in Chicago, IL. As a wholly owned subsidiary of HDI Global SE, we manage the industrial lines division of the Talanx Group. Our extensive portfolio of products and services, combined with an international network of local insurers in over 150 countries, enables us to offer comprehensive domestic and global insurance solutions for U.S.-based multinational companies.

With Xcelerate29, HDI is shaping its future by becoming a Trusted Global Player , achieving Next-level Excellence , and building a Forward-thinking Organisation . This direction helps HDI Global lead the profitable growth game as a globally connected business, raise the bar every day through stronger underwriting, claims, and investment performance, and win tomorrow by starting today with a lean, fast, resilient, and future-ready organisation. Together, these priorities support profitable growth, sustainable profitability, global consistency, digital transformation, AI acceleration, smart cost leadership, and stronger collaboration across teams and markets. They also reflect our focus on being a workplace of choice by building a future-ready workforce where people learn, grow, adapt to technology change, and contribute to long-term success.

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a seasoned Cyber Executive Underwriter to join our team, focusing on underwriting complex cyber risks and contributing to the growth and profitability of our cyber portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of complex cyber insurance accounts, including large commercial and multinational risks.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients to drive profitable growth within the cyber segment.
• Analyze and evaluate cyber risk exposures, security controls, and coverage needs to deliver tailored insurance solutions.
• Collaborate with global underwriting teams, cyber risk engineers, and internal stakeholders on large or specialized cyber accounts.
• Monitor cyber threat trends, regulatory developments, and market conditions to inform underwriting strategy and product development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Deep technical expertise in cyber underwriting, including data privacy, network security, ransomware, and business interruption exposures.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex cyber risks and develop innovative underwriting solutions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Proven ability to manage senior-level broker and client relationships.
• Familiarity with global cyber insurance programs and multinational underwriting practices.
• Bachelor's degree required; CPCU or other relevant industry certifications preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or similar).
• 10+ years of commercial underwriting experience, with a focus on cyber insurance or related specialty lines.
• Willingness to travel as needed for client and broker meetings.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Experience working within a global insurance framework is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range for this position is $170,000–$220,000 plus eligibility for a performance-based annual bonus. Actual compensation will be based on experience, education, and geographic location.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including: 401(k) with company match, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Medical, Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Telemedicine, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Dental, Vision, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care FSA, Group and Voluntary Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Pet Insurance, Transit and Parking benefits.

Additional Information:

• HDI Global Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Recruitment Agencies: All resumes submitted without prior HR authorization will be considered unsolicited.

HDI Global Insurance Company participates in E-Verify.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen. Testing will be conducted in compliance with applicable state and local laws.