Linux Cryptography and Security Engineer

Canonical; Aguascalientes; A distancia; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join a leading open source technology company as a Software Engineer focused on cryptography and security for Ubuntu. You will enhance security standards, collaborate with teams, and develop automation tools. Enjoy a remote work environment with competitive compensation and benefits, including a learning budget and recognition rewards.

Servicios

Remote work environment

USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget

Recognition rewards

Holiday leave

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities for travel and team meetups

Formación

• Hands-on experience with low-level Linux cryptography APIs.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals with C development experience.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with the Security Hardening team for security certifications.
• Enhance Linux cryptographic components for FIPS and CC certification.
• Develop benchmarks and automation for security hardening.

Conocimientos

Linux Cryptography

C Development

Linux System Administration

Secure Coding

Communication

Herramientas

OpenSSL

Libgcrypt

GnuTLS

Python

Ansible

Descripción del empleo

This is a unique opportunity to use your software engineering and cryptography skills to build and maintain the security foundation that enables Ubuntu and its users to operate securely and remain compliant with international information security standards such as FIPS 140-3 and Common Criteria. You will use your applied cryptography, Linux Security, and coding skills to enhance the Ubuntu distribution and collaborate with organizations such as DISA and CIS to draft and implement security hardening benchmarks for Ubuntu.

As a member of the Security Hardening team, you will develop automation tools to audit deployed systems for DISA-STIG and CIS benchmark compliance, interact with stakeholders to identify gaps, and develop solutions to address these challenges. You will influence team and security culture, facilitate technical delivery, and help steer team direction. Collaboration with Canonical's kernel team and the wider engineering organization will be key to driving impactful features for all Ubuntu users.

Day-to-day responsibilities

1. Collaborate with the Security Hardening team to achieve and maintain security certifications.
2. Enhance Linux cryptographic components (OpenSSL, Libgcrypt, GnuTLS, etc.) for FIPS and CC certification.
3. Work with external security consultants to test and validate kernel and cryptographic modules.
4. Develop benchmarks and automation for security hardening, audit, and remediation.
5. Contribute to Ubuntu mainline and upstream projects to benefit the community.
6. Engage with internal and external partners to improve security posture and deliver solutions efficiently.

What we are looking for in you

• Hands-on experience with low-level Linux cryptography APIs and debugging.
• Strong software engineering fundamentals, with experience in C development.
• Experience with Linux system administration and shell scripting.
• Knowledge of security and cryptography fundamentals, with secure coding experience.
• Development experience with open source libraries.
• Excellent communication skills for remote collaboration.

Additional Skills That You Might Also Bring

• Experience with FIPS/Common Criteria certified products and standards.
• Experience with DISA-STIG or CIS benchmarks and audit tooling.
• Experience with Linux Kernel development.
• Proficiency in Python, OVAL, and Ansible.
• Contributions to open source projects.

What we offer you

We offer competitive compensation based on location, experience, and performance, with annual reviews and bonuses. Benefits include:

• Remote work environment with biannual in-person sprints.
• USD 2,000 annual learning and development budget.
• Recognition rewards, holiday leave, and parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunities for travel and team meetups.

About Canonical

Canonical is a leading open source technology company, publisher of Ubuntu, and a pioneer in AI, IoT, and cloud platforms. We are a remote-first company since 2004, committed to excellence and innovation. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.