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Linux Cryptography and Security Engineer

Home based - Worldwide
Full-Time
Posted November 4, 2026
Salary
15-25 LPA
Batches
2-4 years experience required
Apply Route
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About The Role

Canonical, a leading open‑source software company, is seeking a Linux Cryptography and Security Engineer to strengthen Ubuntu’s security foundation. The role involves extending cryptographic components for FIPS and Common Criteria compliance, developing automation for security benchmarks, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to enhance system hardening. The engineer will contribute to Ubuntu’s mainline releases and drive security initiatives across the product.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Security Hardening team to achieve and retain various security certifications
Extend and enhance Linux cryptographic components (OpenSSL, Libgcrypt, GnuTLS) for FIPS 140-3 and Common Criteria compliance
Develop automation tooling to audit deployed systems for DISA‑STIG and CIS benchmark compliance
Contribute to Ubuntu mainline and upstream projects to land solutions and benefit the community
Communicate and collaborate within and outside Canonical to identify opportunities to improve security posture and deliver high‑quality solutions on schedule

Requirements

  • Hands‑on experience with low‑level Linux cryptography APIs and debugging
  • Excellent software engineering fundamentals with proven C development experience
  • Hands‑on experience with Linux system administration and shell scripting
  • Demonstrated knowledge of security and cryptography fundamentals
  • Experience with FIPS 140‑3 or Common Criteria certification processes

Eligibility Checklist

B.Tech/M.Tech/MCA/BCA

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