Security Engineer III

Paychex; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) + employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Paychex is seeking a Security Engineer to provide hands‑on security support and guide best practices across the enterprise. You will collaborate with IT partners, design secure solutions, and help maintain a strong security posture.

A BS in Information Security or related field is expected, with mastery in CISSP CBK domains. Preferred CISSP or cloud security certifications and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security or related field.
• 7+ years in Information/Cyber Security.
• 2 years' experience in OO languages (C#, Java, .Net, Python, or JS).

Responsibilities

• Identify, prioritize, and remediate security vulnerabilities and threats.
• Evaluate and use security technologies (IAM, IDS/IPS, WAF, SIEM, DLP).
• Collaborate across projects to address security concerns throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Information Sec

7+ years Information Security

Object oriented programming (C#, Java,

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Security

Tools

Security technologies & tools

Cloud security

Security Operations

Job description

Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a single connected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex.

Overview

As a Security Engineer, you will provide hands‑on technical support for securing modern technologies and platforms, while developing security requirements & best‑practice guidance to ensure the business maintains a competitive security posture. A Security Engineer is also responsible for collaborating with our IT partners on business initiatives and recommending secure design solutions to protect against known security threats and misconfigurations. An ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Information Security, or a related field, and have demonstrated mastery of 2 security domains as outlined within the CISSP CBK (Security & Risk Management, Asset Security, Security Engineering, Communications & Network Security, Identity & Access Management, Security Assessment & Testing, Security Operations, Software Development Security). In addition, you must have excellent written and oral communication skills, be successful working on a team collaboratively, and understand foundational IT concepts. CISSP and cloud security certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated mastery of 1 security domain as outlined within the CISSP CBK (Security & Risk Management, Asset Security, Security Engineering, Communications & Network Security, Identity & Access Management, Security Assessment & Testing, Security Operations, Software Development Security).
• Manage Identification, prioritization, and remediation guidance of security vulnerabilities & threats.
• Manage the evaluation and use of security technologies and tools, including, but not limited to technologies for Network Security, IAM, IDS/IPS, WAF, SIEM, DLP, VM, EDR, etc.
• Manage the assessment of potential threats and risks to systems and technologies, driving remediation with internal and external partners.
• Collaborate on cross functional projects inside and outside of Enterprise Security to ensure that security concerns are addressed throughout the project life cycle. Ensures security projects are delivered on time and on budget.
• Strong Understanding of technological trends and developments in technology.
• Track security events and incidents from initial detection through final resolution.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with IT and business partners, while leading through influence.
• Ability to effectively present & interact with various levels of senior leadership.
• Manage approval, tracking and reporting any security exceptions as the need arises.
• Strong Understanding of information security risks, threats, and controls.
• Strong Understanding of secure coding standards, best practices, and SecDevOps.
• Strong Understanding of cloud platforms and how to properly implement security best practices.
• Understanding of core IT concepts and functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Security, Software Development, or another related technical discipline. - Preferred
• 7 years of experience in Information Security, Cyber Security.
• 2 years of experience in Object oriented programming languages: C#, Java,.Net, Python or JavaScript. Knowledge of back-end frameworks such as Spring,.NET, or Node, as well as familiarity with modern front-end frameworks such as Angular or React.
• Entry level cybersecurity certifications (Security +, (ISC)2 Associate, GSEC, CEH, etc.) - Preferred
• CISSP - Preferred
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Professional Cloud Security Engineer by Google, Offensive Security, Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), Microsoft Certified Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500), AWS Certified Security - Specialty - Preferred
• Information Technology - Preferred
• Management - Preferred
• Communication - Preferred
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) - Preferred
• Wireless Communications - Preferred
• Network Security - Preferred
• Enterprise Security - Preferred
• Firewall - Preferred
• Incident Response - Preferred
• Security Engineering - Preferred
• Paychex - Preferred
• Security Systems - Preferred
• Proxy Servers - Preferred
• Python (Programming Language) - Preferred
• Security Controls - Preferred

Live the Paychex Values

• Act with uncompromising integrity.
• Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.
• Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.
• Work in partnership and support each other.
• Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.
• Treat each other with respect and dignity.

What's in it for you?

• We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
• We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
• We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
• We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
• We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.

Not sure if you meet every requirement?

At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.

Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.