Information Security Engineer

­­Information Security Engineer

PAYSTRAX is an innovative financial technology company specialising in payment card acquiring, providing European and UK merchants with state-of-the-art solutions for all their electronic payment transaction needs. PAYSTRAX is a licensed Payment Institution as well as a principal member of both Visa and Mastercard. As the Company is expanding, we are looking for an Information Security Engineer to join an ambitious team in Vilnius, Lithuania.

Core responsibilities:

• Help maintain compliance with security standards (e.g. PCI DSS, ISO 27001, DORA) by supporting audits.
• Run and review security scans (vulnerability, malware, basic configuration checks) and help track fixes.
• Monitor and manage security alerts, incidents, system recommendations, and general threat information, and escalate issues when needed.
• Assist with security documentation updates (policies, procedures, guidelines).

Supporting activities:

• Participate in risk assessments and security testing alongside internal teams or external vendors.
• Support incident response activities when security issues occur.
• Help review the security of third-party vendors and software using existing checklists.
• Contribute to security awareness efforts, such as internal communications or training support.
• Assist in evaluating new security tools when requested.

What can you learn:

• Understand and maintain PCI DSS compliance, including audit preparation, evidence collection, and control validation.
• Learn how to prioritize vulnerabilities, track remediation actions, and verify fixes in collaboration with technical teams.
• Monitor and respond to security alerts and incidents, contributing to incident detection, investigation, escalation, and resolution.
• Develop skills in incident management and response, including documentation, lessons learned, and follow-up actions.
• Participate in risk assessments, penetration testing coordination, and security testing with internal teams or external vendors.

Requirements:

• Experience in Information Security, IT or similar roles.
• Understanding of information security principles and common security controls.
• Familiarity with security standards and regulations.
• Understanding of user access management and least-privilege principles.
• Experience or exposure to security monitoring or vulnerability scanning tools.
• General understanding of network and system security concepts (firewalls, endpoint protection, VPNs).
• Ability to follow established procedures, document work, and support audits.
• Fluent English language skills, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a regulated fintech environment.
• A proactive, adaptable, and people-focused mindset working with IT, compliance, and non-technical teams.

Company offers:

• A unique fintech environment where you are truly appreciated, rewarded, and recognized for your contributions.
• Be part of an innovative company shaping the future of payments.
• Enjoy a dynamic role with plenty of opportunities to learn, experiment, and make an impact.
• Private health insurance and other benefits in a constructive and ambitious working environment.
• Salary (€2400–€3000 gross) depending on qualifications.
• Hybrid work model (work remotely for 1-2 days per week).
• Private health insurance, perks system, complimentary parking, extra paid days off so you can take care of your health and well-being, special gifts from us for major milestones, such as weddings or the arrival of a new family member and other benefits in unique fintech environment where you are truly appreciated, rewarded, and recognized for your contributions.

Apply today to join our growing team!

Our in-house recruitment team will contact shortlisted candidates to begin the process. Successful applicants will meet with key stakeholders to gain a clear understanding of the role, the team, and our culture.

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