[Remote] Information Security Engineer with IAM (Financial Services)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Akkodis is seeking an Information Security Engineer for a contract role within their Technology & Information Security team. The role involves engineering and operating security platforms, conducting assessments, and strengthening security operations in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and operate modern security platforms
• Implement, run, and optimize enterprise-level security tooling across detection, identity, cloud, endpoint, and governance technologies
• Conduct deep-dive security assessments
• Evaluate systems, configurations, and architecture through hands-on testing and analysis—delivering actionable insights that directly influence engineering and business decisions
• Strengthen core security operations
• Support and mature processes such as:
• Malware response and remediation
• Vulnerability management and patch governance
• SIEM log analysis, correlation, and monitoring
• Incident documentation, reporting, and lifecycle management
• Improve systems by design—not by accident
• Embed security into applications, infrastructure, and business initiatives from the outset, partnering with IT and engineering teams to identify risks and drive effective mitigations
• Contribute through data, insights, and experimentation
• Analyze trends, surface patterns, and help refine the firm’s Information Security Program through continuous improvement and cross-functional engagement

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in information security, IT operations, or adjacent engineering roles
• Familiarity with modern security tools, frameworks, and standards (SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, CIS, NIST, ISO 27001)
• Familiarity with identity and access management (IAM) solutions, such as Okta, including integration with applications and security systems
• Experience with automation, including scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) to streamline security processes, workflows, and response actions
• Ability to operate with autonomy, accountability, and comfort in fast-moving environments
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across teams
• Analytical mindset with a high bar for detail, documentation, and operational excellence
• Experience in financial services is a plus

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Additional voluntary benefits
• An EAP program
• Commuter benefits
• 401K plan
• Paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law
• Holiday pay where applicable

Company Overview

• Akkodis provides digital engineering solutions for sustainable and innovative industries. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Zug, Zug, CHE, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.akkodis.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

• Akkodis has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 121 in 2025, 121 in 2024, 67 in 2023. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.