Linux Security Engineering Scientist Associate

About the Role

• Develop, test, integrate, and document information security in large modern TCP/IP Linux network systems.
• Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
• Position is expected to continue.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop the information security of modern TCP/IP Linux network systems, including security settings, audit mechanisms, compliance mechanisms, and infrastructure mechanisms.
• Design and develop information security automation for modern computer Linux network systems.
• Test, troubleshoot, integrate, audit, and profile information security mechanisms of Linux computer network systems to meet system requirements.
• Document and configuration manage information security mechanisms of modern Linux computer network equipment.
• Interact with security and technical personnel in support of information security implementation of modern Linux computer network systems.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge in designing, configuring, troubleshooting, testing, validating, auditing, and documenting information security mechanisms for modern TCP/IP Linux computer network systems.
• Knowledge and experience with information security principles, policies, compliance, and documentation while maintaining high performance.
• Experience with Linux and network security fundamentals.
• Experience with security monitoring, profiling, auditing, and documenting performance across the full network stack.
• US Citizen.
• Selected applicant is subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with a focus on information security as applied to Linux network computer systems.
• Two or more years of professional experience as an Electrical Engineer or Computer Scientist.
• Knowledge and experience with security and hardening Linux systems.
• Linux, network, or information security certification.
• Eligibility for immediate access to classified information.
• 3.0 minimum GPA requirement.

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Some weekend, evening, and holiday work.
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information (at least one from a supervisor).
• Letter of interest.
• Unofficial college transcripts.