Linux Cryptography and Security Engineer at Canonical

Confirmed open

Develop Linux cryptography and Ubuntu hardening for security certifications and compliance in a globally remote role.

Canonical

Location: Home based - Worldwide
Work arrangement: remote
Technologies: Python, Linux

Role overview

Canonical’s security hardening team works on cryptographic components, certifications and automated checks for Ubuntu. The posting names OpenSSL, Libgcrypt, GnuTLS, FIPS, Common Criteria and security benchmarks.

Responsibilities

Extend Linux cryptography libraries and related components for required certification features.
Work with external consultants to validate kernel and cryptographic modules.
Develop hardening benchmarks, audit tools and remediation automation with partners.
Contribute fixes upstream and coordinate with engineers to resolve security issues on schedule.

Qualifications

Hands-on Linux cryptography APIs, debugging, C development and secure coding fundamentals.
Linux administration, shell scripting and experience working with open-source libraries.
Clear written and spoken communication for remote work with internal and external partners.
Useful additional experience includes FIPS or Common Criteria, CIS or DISA-STIG benchmarks, Linux kernel work, Python, OVAL or Ansible.

Benefits

Canonical lists distributed home-based work with in-person team meetings, a USD 2,000 annual personal learning budget, annual compensation review and recognition awards.
The posting also names annual leave, parental leave, an employee assistance programme and travel-related support for company events. The package can vary by location.

About Canonical

Canonical publishes Ubuntu and develops open-source software for cloud, connected devices and enterprise infrastructure. Its teams work across countries.