Linux Security Engineering Scientist Associate

The University of Texas
Austin, United States
15 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$88,500.0 - $120,000.0
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English, Spanish
Job source

Tech stack

Profiling Protocol Stack Cyber Security Computer Networks System Configuration Linux Network Security Linux Security Modules Local Security Policy Software Requirements Analysis TCP/IP Computer Networking Systems
+1 more
Information Technology

Job description

Develop, test, integrate and document information security in large modern TCP/IP Linux network systems in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL) with ARL:UT. 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 of modern computer Linux network systems including security settings, audit mechanisms, compliance mechanisms and infrastructure mechanisms.
  • 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., The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length., Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related degree.
  • Demonstrated knowledge 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., * Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with focus on information security as applied to Linux network computer systems.
  • Two or more years of professional experience as a 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 ., A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position., * E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Benefits & conditions

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
  • Retirement contributions
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Paid holidays Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered. Salary Range

$88,500-$120,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications. 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 reference should be from a supervisor
  • Letter of interest
  • Unofficial college transcripts

About the company

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

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