Linux Security & Distribution Engineer (Debian, CVEs & Hardening)

ALTEN; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a skilled Linux Software & Security Engineer in Greater Austin, TX. This role involves developing and maintaining security components and optimizing Debian packages. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in Computer Science, 6+ years of experience in Linux engineering, and proficiency in C/C++ or Python. The position offers opportunities to contribute to the security posture of an important Linux distribution and requires on-site presence.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on experience in Linux engineering, software development, or distribution maintenance.
• Familiarity with STIG, CIS, FIPS 140 - x, NIST 800 - 53 or similar security frameworks.
• Strong understanding of Linux internals; Debian experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software components used within the eLxr distribution.
• Create, update, and optimize Debian packages.
• Monitor upstream projects for security alerts and community patches.

Skills

Linux engineering

Software development

Security expertise

C/C++ programming

Python scripting

Debian packaging

Automated security scanning

Problem-solving

Education

B.Sc. in Computer Science or related technical field

Tools

OpenSSL

GnuTLS

Docker

Kubernetes

GitLab CI

Job description

A technology company is seeking a skilled Linux Software & Security Engineer in Greater Austin, TX. This role involves developing and maintaining security components and optimizing Debian packages. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in Computer Science, 6+ years of experience in Linux engineering, and proficiency in C/C++ or Python. The position offers opportunities to contribute to the security posture of an important Linux distribution and requires on-site presence.