Linux Security Engineer: Federal Infrastructure Security

IBM; Essex Junction (VT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Consulting in the United States is seeking a Linux Security Engineer to support a Federal agency, focusing on hardening Linux environments, automation, and secure deployments. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to maintain a robust security posture and respond to incidents.

The role requires expertise in Linux administration, container technologies, and security tooling, with the ability to translate complex concepts for technical and non‑technical audiences and to obtain

Qualifications

• Experience installing, configuring, operating, and patching Linux servers and managing Linux-based applications.
• Proficient with configuration management tools and Linux/Windows administration in medium–large enterprises.
• Strong shell scripting with hands‑on work in containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, ECS/EKS, Fargate).
• Automation using Python with Flask, Django, or FastAPI; familiarity with container security tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform security hardening and rule creation in Linux environments; review configurations to verify security posture.
• Review settings to identify vulnerabilities and propose architectural changes.
• Audit firmware and configurations for Linux endpoints; ensure devices align with vendor recommendations and DoD guidance.
• Analyze security incidents and provide recommendations; deliver consulting to improve security posture.
• Create remediation roadmaps to address identified vulnerabilities and incidents.

Skills

Linux administration

Python automation

Shell scripting

Security auditing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Ansible

Chef

Puppet

SaltStack

Docker

Kubernetes

Podman

ECS/EKS

Fargate

Twistlock

Falco

Clair

RHCE or equivalent

Job description

IBM Consulting in the United States is seeking a Linux Security Engineer to support a Federal agency, focusing on hardening Linux environments, automation, and secure deployments. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to maintain a robust security posture and respond to incidents.

The role requires expertise in Linux administration, container technologies, and security tooling, with the ability to translate complex concepts for technical and non‑technical audiences and to obtain