Linux Cryptography and Security Engineer

Job Description

Canonical is seeking a Linux Cryptography and Security Engineer to join its Security Hardening team. The successful candidate will contribute to the security foundation of Ubuntu, ensuring compliance with international standards like FIPS 140-3 and Common Criteria. They will enhance the Ubuntu distribution, collaborate with organizations like DISA and CIS, and develop automation tooling for security hardening benchmarks.

The role involves:

• Collaborating with engineers to achieve security certifications.
• Extending Linux cryptographic components.
• Working with external security consultants.
• Developing security hardening benchmarks and audit automation.
• Contributing to Ubuntu mainline and upstream projects.
• Identifying opportunities to improve security posture.

Canonical requires candidates to have:

• Hands-on experience with Linux cryptography APIs and debugging.
• Excellent software engineering fundamentals, including C development.
• Hands-on experience with Linux system administration and shell scripting.
• Knowledge of security and cryptography fundamentals.
• Significant development experience with open source libraries.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Canonical offers:

• Personal learning and development budget.
• Annual compensation review and bonus.
• Recognition rewards.
• Remote work environment.
• Opportunity to travel.