Remote Linux Patch Engineer — Security & Automation

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

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.