Applications Patch Engineer

Actalent; Edmonton; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services firm based in Edmonton is seeking an Applications Patch Engineer. This fully remote contract role focuses on Linux administration, application installation, and vulnerability management to support medical device software platforms. Ideal candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in Linux security patch management and familiarity with compliance frameworks. Compensation ranges from $50 to $60 per hour.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Linux application installation/configuration and security patch management.
• Hands-on experience with Linux administration and scripting.
• Understanding of compliance frameworks: HIPAA, SOC 2, FDA.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, prioritize, and deploy OS and application patches across Linux servers.
• Build automation for patch management and compliance reporting.
• Ensure systems remain secure and compliant while minimizing operational disruption.

Skills

Linux application installation/configuration

Linux administration (Oracle Linux)

Scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell)

Vulnerability management

Compliance frameworks knowledge

Education

Certifications: Linux+, RHCSA, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or GIAC

Tools

Ansible

Ivanti

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an Applications Patch Engineer to strengthen our security and TechOps team supporting medical device software platforms. This role will focus on Linux administration, application installation, vulnerability management, patch deployment, and remediation across cloud and hybrid environments. You will ensure our systems remain secure and compliant while minimizing operational disruption for our global customer base.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, prioritize, and deploy OS and application patches across Linux servers
• Build automation for patch management and compliance reporting
• Plan patch windows in collaboration with R&D, Security team, and Customer Support to minimize operational disruption
• Install, configure, and maintain enterprise and clinical applications in Linux environments (RHEL)
• Create installation scripts, configuration templates, and automation playbooks (Ansible, Bash, Python)
• Support multi-tier application deployments (databases, middleware, APIs, web servers)
• Document procedures for repeatable deployments in customer and internal environments
• Monitor industry threat advisories (FDA, CISA, NIST, vendor bulletins) and ensure timely remediation
• Assist with incident response and forensic remediation in Linux environments
• Enforce security hardening (CIS benchmarks, SELinux, firewalls, encryption)
• Ensure patching and configuration activities comply with HIPAA, SOC 2, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, IEC
• Maintain detailed audit evidence for QMS, regulatory submissions, and customer security assessments
• Contribute to FDA cybersecurity postmarket processes and vulnerability disclosure handling
• Partner with DevOps, TechOps, and Infrastructure teams to evolve deployment automation pipelines
• Improve Linux deployment standards, monitoring, and troubleshooting guides

Essential Skills

• 3–5 years of experience in Linux application installation / configuration and security patch management
• Hands-on experience with Linux administration (Oracle Linux) and scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell)
• Familiarity with application stack components: Tomcat, Oracle, middleware services
• Knowledge of vulnerability management and patching tools (Ansible, Ivanti)
• Understanding of compliance frameworks: HIPAA, SOC 2, FDA

Additional Skills and Qualifications

• Experience with regulated medical devices or healthcare environments
• Familiarity with FDA cybersecurity pre / postmarket guidance
• Certifications: Linux+, RHCSA, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or GIAC

Work Environment

100% Remote

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Edmonton, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00 / hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

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