PAX at a Glance
At PAX, you’ll work alongside a collaborative, forward-thinking team in a fast-paced environment where innovation is encouraged and ideas move quickly from concept to reality.
AWS Cloud Security Engineer Job Summary:
We’re looking for an experienced and hands-on Senior AWS Information Security Engineer to lead security control designs and implementation across our AWS-based infrastructure.
This role goes beyond operational security monitoring. The ideal candidate must be capable of identifying security and established compliance program gaps compatible with requirements driven by financial institutions in a heavily regulated environment.
This role can be onsite/hybrid in our Jacksonville, FL, or Atlanta, GA office or remote within the United States.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead complex security initiatives across multiple services teams and drive architectural decisions that impact organization-wide security posture.
- Build automated security testing frameworks and continuous security monitoring system
- Implement scalable security solutions using Java, Python, Go, or other relevant languages
- Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and establish security engineering best practices
- Partner with software development teams to build security controls directly into the development lifecycle
- Lead security incident responses and drive root cause analysis for complex security events
- Influence product roadmaps by providing security expertise during planning phases
- Drive technical direction for security projects impacting multiple teams or organizations
- Author and maintain technical design documents for security systems and controls
- Review and approve security architecture proposals and technical implementation plans
- Lead security reviews for critical systems and applications
- Partner with Compliance to drive security improvements
- Represent security engineering in senior-level technical discussions
- Mentor junior security engineers and develop team capabilities
- Drive security best practices across engineering organizations
What You’ll Need:
- 10+ years of experience in IT Security, preferably within an AWS environment.
- Strong hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.)
- Demonstrated knowledge of Java, Python, Go, or other relevant languages
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)
- AWS Security Specialty certification
- CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certifications
- Experience in ISO 27001 environments
Who We Are
PAX Technology is redefining the future of payments—and we’re looking for bold thinkers, builders, and innovators to join us.
As a global leader in payment solutions, we power millions of devices across 120+ countries, helping businesses deliver faster, smarter, and more seamless commerce experiences.
We’re not just building hardware—we’re building solutions. With a dynamic ecosystem of partners, cutting-edge technology, and a relentless focus on innovation, we’re transforming what’s possible in payments. If you’re ready to make an impact in a fast-moving, global tech environment, we want to hear from you.
Life at PAX
What can PAX do for you?
- We offer comprehensive benefits packages including:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance
- Short & Long-term disability
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Quarterly Stipend for team building activities
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of what’s next in payments.
EEO Statement
PAX is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of recruitment and employment.