Linux/Unix Security Engineer - System Hardening & Access

UOB; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Be a Part of UOB Family

Job summary

6255 UOB Innovation Hub 2 Sdn Bhd. seeks an experienced Linux/UNIX Security Administrator to manage change requests, perform server hardening, and ensure compliance with Security Standards. You will handle privileged access, audits, and documentation while collaborating with Development teams to strengthen application security.

This role requires 5+ years in Linux/UNIX security, familiarity with Chef, Splunk, and CyberArk, and willingness to perform on-call duties in a banking environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in engineering/Computer Science/IT/Cyber Security from a recognized institution.
• Security certifications (SANS, CISSP, CISA, CISM) favoured but not mandatory.
• Minimum 5+ years on Linux/UNIX security administration.

Responsibilities

• Handle change requests for Linux/UNIX systems.
• Perform Linux/UNIX server takeover and security hardening compliance checks.
• Rectify security hardening failures for Linux/UNIX servers per Bank standards.
• Manage privileged accounts, including password changes and CyberArk integration.
• Conduct security audits, document standards, and review access control.
• Provide guidance on Linux/UNIX security matters and collaborate with dev teams.
• Maintain system access control matrices and privilege provisioning.
• On-call duties as required and escalate issues to management.

Skills

Linux security

UNIX security

Security administration

SUDO access

Documentation

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

On-call readiness

Education

Engineering/CS/IT/Cyber Security degree

Diploma holders considered

Tools

Chef

Splunk

CyberArk

Job description

6255 UOB Innovation Hub 2 Sdn Bhd. seeks an experienced Linux/UNIX Security Administrator to manage change requests, perform server hardening, and ensure compliance with Security Standards. You will handle privileged access, audits, and documentation while collaborating with Development teams to strengthen application security.

This role requires 5+ years in Linux/UNIX security, familiarity with Chef, Splunk, and CyberArk, and willingness to perform on-call duties in a banking environment.