Information Security Engineer

Encore Talent Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 89,544 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Information Security Engineer for a contract role, 100% remote. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with identity and access management, especially with Ping Directory and the Ping Identity suite. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in computer science and includes a competitive pay range of $65.00/hr to $70.00/hr. This firm is committed to equal opportunity and fostering diverse perspectives in its workforce.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT experience, with at least 4 years focused on Ping Directory or similar LDAP-based directory services.
• Strong understanding of identity and access management principles.
• Experience with Ping Identity suite and cloud integrations.

Skills

Cloud

Identity and access management

Ping Directory

Unix/Linux proficiency

Scripting languages (Shell, Python)

Application and data security concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or Information Systems

Master’s degree

Tools

Ping Identity suite (PingDirectory, PingFederate, PingAccess, PingOne)

AWS or similar cloud platform

Job description

Encore Talent Solutions is seeking an Information Security Engineer for an end client requirement in Cincinnati, OH. This is a contract role and is 100% remote.

w2 only

Visa sponsorship is not available.

Base pay range

$65.00/hr - $70.00/hr

Technical skills

• Cloud
• Customer/digital identity and access management
• Ping Directory

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience. Master’s degree a plus.
• 8+ years of IT experience, with at least 4 years focused on Ping Directory or similar LDAP-based directory services.
• Strong understanding of identity and access management principles, including authentication, authorization, and federation.
• Experience with Ping Identity suite (PingDirectory, PingFederate, PingAccess, PingOne).
• Experience consuming and integrating on prem or hybrid cloud to AWS (or similar cloud platform).
• Proficiency in Unix/Linux.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Shell, Python) for automation and integration.
• Solid understanding of distributed computing and directory replication strategies.
• Knowledge of application and data security concepts and common vulnerabilities.
• Experience working with offshore teams and in regulated industries (e.g., financial services) is a plus.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or Ping Identity certifications preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to tailor messaging to technical and non-technical audiences.

Encore Talent Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting, Software Development, and IT System Custom Software Development

Notes: This posting may include related roles and generic listings that are not part of the current opening.