Job description:

This role focuses on ensuring that Linux-based systems and infrastructure adhere to relevant security standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.

We are seeking a mid-level Linux Engineer to deliver Dedicated/cloud engineering services to Rackspace’s clients and typically assist with the daily operations, monitoring, hardening and documentation of compliance efforts related to Linux environments.

Responsibilities:

• Implement and monitor security controls: configuring and implementing security measures/vulnerability assessments to identify potential security issues and ensure compliance on Linux systems.
• Support compliance audits and reporting: preparing for internal and external audits by gathering documentation, generating reports on system configurations and compliance status, and responding to audit requests.
• Contribute to the creation and upkeep of security policies, procedures specific to Linux environments, ensuring alignment with relevant compliance frameworks (e.g. CIS Benchmark, NIST, PCI DSS).
• Implement hardening and maintaining environments: using configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible) to streamline security configuration and reduce human error.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for Linux systems, security controls, and compliance-related procedures.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Strong Linux administration skills: Proficiency in various Linux distributions and command-line tools.
• Scripting and automation: Experience with scripting languages like Bash and/or Python for automating security tasks and system administration.
• Knowledge of, or experience working with DevOps tools like Git, Ansible, Jenkins (basic), etc.
• Knowledge of, or experience working with, at least one cloud platform including AWS, Azure, or GCP technologies/environments.
• Networking fundamentals: Understanding of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP) and firewall configurations.
• Security awareness: Knowledge of security concepts, best practices, and familiarity with security frameworks like SE Linux or Armor tool.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills: Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, identify root causes, and propose solutions.
• Communication skills: Effective written and verbal communication for collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders, documenting processes, and creating reports.
• Attention to detail: Meticulousness in following procedures, reviewing configurations, and maintaining accurate documentation.

Educational background:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience

Preferred qualifications:

• Relevant certifications like RHCSA, RHCE and familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes), cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP).