Linux Security Engineer – Cloud & Federal Infra

IBM; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Consulting is seeking a Linux Security Engineer to help maintain the security posture of a progressive Federal agency. You will install, configure, patch Linux servers, manage containerized workloads, and implement secure baseline configurations across large environments.

You will audit configurations, assess vulnerabilities, and deliver remediation roadmaps. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and ability to obtain Public Trust clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Expertise in installing, configuring, operating, and patching Linux servers.
• Advanced knowledge of configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet, SaltStack).
• Strong shell scripting with SSH, SCP, RSYNC, SUDO; hands-on with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, ECS/EKS, Fargate, Singularity).
• Advanced understanding of clustering, load balancing, replication, and automation using Python with Flask, Django, or FastAPI.
• Familiarity with container security tools (Twistlock, Falco, Clair) and RHCE or equivalent certification/experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance.
• Experience with federal agencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform security hardening and rule creation in Linux environments.
• Review configurations to identify vulnerabilities and propose changes.
• Audit firmware versions and settings to ensure compliance with vendor guidance and DoD/DHS standards.
• Analyze security incidents and provide improvement recommendations and roadmaps.
• Deliver consulting services to help clients achieve a superior security posture.
• Create remediation roadmaps to address identified vulnerabilities and incidents.

Skills

Linux servers

Configuration management

Linux/Windows admin

Shell scripting

Container orchestration

Python automation

Container security tools

RHCE or equivalent

Security incident response

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Docker

Podman

Kubernetes

ECS/EKS

Fargate

Singularity

Twistlock

Falco

Clair

Job description

IBM Consulting is seeking a Linux Security Engineer to help maintain the security posture of a progressive Federal agency. You will install, configure, patch Linux servers, manage containerized workloads, and implement secure baseline configurations across large environments.

You will audit configurations, assess vulnerabilities, and deliver remediation roadmaps. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and ability to obtain Public Trust clearance are required.