Job#: 3041871
Job Description:
Information Security Engineer III
Financial Services Industry Client
Locations: Charlotte, NC | Chandler/Tempe/Phoenix, AZ | Irving, TX | Columbus, OH
Employment Type: Contract / Contract-to-Hire
Experience Level: Mid-Senior (5+ Years)
Job Overview
Our Financial Services Industry Client is seeking an experienced Information Security Engineer III to join its cybersecurity organization. This role is ideal for security professionals with expertise in network security, identity and access management, security engineering, software development, or risk and governance functions within large enterprise environments.
The Information Security Engineer III will support the design, implementation, assessment, and governance of security controls that protect critical infrastructure, applications, systems, and data. The individual will partner with technology and business stakeholders to identify security risks, recommend appropriate controls, and ensure alignment with enterprise security standards and regulatory requirements.
This position requires a strong technical foundation, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in Information Security, Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, Software Engineering, Identity & Access Management, or related fields.
Strong understanding of information security principles including:
Confidentiality
Integrity
Availability (CIA Triad)
Risk Management
Defense-in-Depth
Least Privilege
Zero Trust Architecture
Experience working within complex enterprise environments.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Technical Skills
Candidates should possess experience in several of the following areas:
Network Security
Preferred Technologies:
Security Engineering & Development
Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Cloud & Modern Security
Compliance & Risk Management Experience
Experience with one or more of the following is highly preferred:
Preferred Qualifications
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth 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 ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth 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. Everforth 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, Everforth 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. Everforth 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 Everforth Apex team member can provide.
Everforth Apex Systems is 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. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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Employee Type:
Contract
Location:
Charlotte, NC, US
Job Type:
Date Posted:
July 10, 2026
Pay Range:
$54 - $57 per hour
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