Information Security Engineer - AZ, TX, IA, MN, NC

Job#: 3031701

Job Description:
Job Title: Information Security Engineer

Locations: Chandler, AZ - 2600 S Price Rd (Preferred - RTM onsite)

• Phoenix, AZ (Rose Garden)
• Minneapolis, MN
• West Des Moines, IA
• Dallas, TX
• Charlotte, NC

Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite Required (Mandatory)
Contract Length: 6 Months (Backfill) - Possibility to Convert
Pay Rate: $41/hour - $44/hour

Note: We are unable to consider C2C or third-party submissions.

Role Overview

The Information Security Engineer will support low to moderately complex Information Security Engineering initiatives focused on baseline configurations and secure standards across the enterprise. This role contributes to defining, documenting, and publishing baseline configurations for a wide range of technologies, ensuring compliance with security policies and regulatory expectations. The engineer will work closely with product owners, application teams, and security partners to drive consistency, clarity, and continuous improvement across IT services.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in baseline configuration development for enterprise IT services.
• Research, evaluate, and document secure configuration standards for Windows and Linux environments.
• Review and support vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Apply Identity and Access Management (IAM) principles, including least privilege.
• Support logging and monitoring requirements.
• Maintain high-quality documentation and tickets.
• Coordinate with application and product owners to gather inputs.
• Follow change management and compliance procedures.
• Present recommendations for low to moderate risk security decisions.
• Support ongoing process improvement efforts.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of Information Security Engineering experience, demonstrated through work or consulting experience, training, military experience, or education.
• Strong fundamentals in secure configuration and system hardening across Windows and/or Linux environments.
• Experience with vulnerability management, including validation, prioritization, remediation coordination, and exception documentation.
• Solid understanding of IAM fundamentals, including least privilege, MFA concepts, and account lifecycle basics.
• Familiarity with logging and monitoring fundamentals, including common log sources and basic SIEM concepts.
• Strong documentation discipline and ability to present low to moderate complexity recommendations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with IT partners and support process improvement initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Python or PowerShell scripting experience for automation and reporting.
• Exposure to cloud security fundamentals (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) or virtualization basics.
• Familiarity with security tools such as EDR, SIEMs, and vulnerability scanners.
• Working knowledge of security frameworks and controls, such as CIS Controls or NIST-style controls.
• Experience in financial services or large enterprise environments.

Compensation

The pay rate for this position is $41.00 to $44.00 per hour.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.