34 Firewalls jobs in Qatar

Responsible for overseeing Pre-Commissioning & Commissioning activities for assigned Areas to ensure EPC PC&C Contractor and Subcontractor executes Telecommunication and Security Systems activities and delivers systems and subsystems as per agreed planning until completion.
- Ensures PC&C engineering (preparation), such as systemization, pre-commissioning and commissioning planning, database set-up in coordination with other stakeholder disciplines and company and contractor/subcontractor departments, i.e. planning.
- Provides clear guidance to the EPC Contractor and facilitates resolution of pre-comm/comm issues to meet project objectives and milestones.
- This position is responsible to ensure all planning and execution activities associated with the pre-comm/comm of assigned area relating to Telecom activities is achieved by the EPC contractor, including third parties such as other EPC Contractors, vendors, consultants, sub-contractors etc., and are executed to Project’s specifications and requirements.
- Major challenges for this role include (1) effectively guide EPC contractor, including vendors and subcontractors and pre-comm/comm team to produce timely deliverables up to start-up. (2) maintaining constructive working relationship with the EPC contractor(s), including vendors and subcontractors to ensure delivery and execution of pre-comm/comm work scope in accordance with project requirements and (3) maintaining relationships with stakeholders (e.g., Operations, quality, engineering, construction) to ensure alignment of systems completions execution.
- Delivering of the scope of work for the assigned area relating to Telecom activities to achieve project expectations, in particular design and construction of very large facilities.

**About this role**
- Provides Telecommunication and Security Systems expertise, to lead safe execution of the Telecom Pre-Comm and Commissioning scope of work in accordance with project deliverables and execution schedule
- Demonstrate leadership in planning and execution driving EPC contractor to deliver as per project milestones. Review, approve Telecom Pre-Comm/Comm checksheets, Construction Work Packages, and provide supervision of pre-comm/comm scope of work by EPC contractor, supports contractor by helping to address gaps and coordination with operations and other disciplines within CPY team.
- Maintains close liaison with members of Engineering, quality, construction, operations Teams and accountable for ensuring execution of work is technically aligned in compliance with project objectives, Telecom and Security System specifications and industry best practices.
- Guides EPC Contractor's Telecom pre-comm/comm activities and validating contracts, including vendors, subcontractor resources, personnel qualifications, usage of appropriate tools; adherence to project objectives, requirements, specifications, and verification processes. Provide assurance of CTR/SCTR adhere to Project SHES procedures.
- Assesses and validates EPC Contractor’s procedures for SIMOPS, Work under Permit, Partial Handover requirements and perform progress measurement / reporting to drive assigned pre-commissioning/commissioning activities. Lead puch close out activities and handovers.
- Manages the Telecom discipline deliverables updates/red-lines and support field engineering where needed in support of pre-comm/comm activities. As required, develop short term mitigation plans to achieve intermediate milestones and bridging scope for final completions.
- Responsible for following up and assuring schedule and related milestones are achieved, provides data (rundown curves, charts, graphs), identify material & skills gaps, develop recovery plans to address any schedule delays if any. Accountable for knowledge of and sharing previous lessons learned, capturing, and communicating current lessons learned to support review teams and future projects.
- Review, update and amend procedures and specifications to ensure that all pre-comm/comm references are up to date and relevant.

**What you need to bring**
- Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunication engineering or equivalent
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience as an Telecommunications Commissioning Engineer with a broad knowledge of commissioning planning and execution experience, for LNG liquefaction facilities or large Oil & Gas facility.
- Experienced pre-commissioning/commissioning of field instrumentation such as PAGA Systems, CCTV Systems, Fiber Optic Networks, Access Control Systems, LAN Networks, VHF and UHF TETRA systems, Industrial Wireless Networks, MOV’s; Fence Intrusion Detection Systems, OTN Networks, Active fibre optic monitoring systems, Ship to Shore Link Systems (Trelleborg).
- Good understanding of International (ISA/IEC) Standards and best practices in the areas of Telecommunication installations.
- Demonstrated experience of using Instrument calibration tools and instrument configuration set-ups.
- Experience in systemization

ROLE PURPOSE

The L2 Network Security Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining network security solutions to protect the organization's data and systems. You will work closely with other IT teams to ensure the security and integrity of the network infrastructure.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Design and implement Cisco-based network security architectures, including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, VPNs, and access control lists (ACLs).
2. Configure and manage Cisco security products, such as PaloAlto, FortiGate, Cisco Firepower, Cisco ASA, Cisco Umbrella, and Cisco ISE.
3. Coordinate with vendors for product support, updates, and upgrades.
4. Develop and implement network security policies, standards, and procedures.
5. Configure, monitor, and maintain firewalls to control network access and protect against unauthorized intrusion.
6. Implement and manage intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS / IPS) to identify and mitigate security threats.
7. Configure and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) to enable secure remote access.
8. Investigate and respond to security incidents, including data breaches and unauthorized access.
9. Handle escalated security incidents from L1 support and manage incident response processes.
10. Perform in-depth analysis of security breaches and vulnerabilities.
11. Coordinate with relevant teams for incident containment, eradication, and recovery.
12. Manage, configure, and troubleshoot security appliances like firewalls, VPNs, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and web proxies.
13. Apply firewall policies and rules to ensure compliance with organizational security policies.
14. Work with other departments, such as network and systems engineers, to implement and manage security solutions.
15. Coordinate patch management activities, ensuring all security patches and updates are applied across systems and network devices in a timely manner.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

1. Industry certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Security).
2. Experience: 10+ years of experience in network engineering or administration, with exposure to complex troubleshooting and network security management.

Technical Skills :

1. CCNP Security or equivalent certification.
2. Experience with Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) PaloAlto, FortiGate, Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), FMC & FTD, ASA.
3. Experience with VPNs and network access control (NAC).
4. Familiarity with tools like SolarWinds, Nagios, or PRTG for monitoring network performance.
5. Familiarity with SD-WAN technologies.
6. Experience working in cross-functional IT teams and with third-party vendors.
7. Ability to communicate technical issues clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
8. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
9. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
10. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION

o Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

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GBM is hiring a experienced and highly motivated Mid-Career Network Security Engineer to join our information security team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting our organization’s network security infrastructure. This role requires a strong understanding of network protocols, security principles, and a proven ability to protect sensitive data and systems from evolving cyber threats. This position demands a balance between technical expertise and strong client-facing skills, focusing on network security solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage network security solutions, including firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Fortinet), intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), VPNs, web application firewalls (WAFs) and other security appliances.
• Monitor network security systems for anomalies, alerts and potential security breaches, and respond effectively to incidents.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and address security weaknesses in the network infrastructure.
• Develop, implement, and enforce network security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with industry best practices and compliance requirements.
• Perform reviews of network configurations to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Administer and troubleshoot network devices such as routers, switches, and wireless access points, with a focus on their security configurations.
• Participate in the evaluation and selection of new security technologies and tools.
• Collaborate with IT operations, development teams, and other stakeholders to integrate security into all phases of the system development lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network security architecture, configurations, and procedures.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, threats, vulnerabilities and technologies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity or a related field.
  (Relevant experience may substitute for a degree).
• 5 to 8 years of progressive experience in network security engineering or a similar role.
• Strong expertise with various security technologies, including:
  • Next Generation Firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto Networks, Cisco ASA, Fortinet).
  • IDS/IPS solutions.
  • VPN technologies (IPsec, SSL VPN).
  • Network Access Control (NAC) solutions.
  • SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) platforms.
  • Symantec (Broadcom) Web Proxy
  • Endpoint security solutions (AV and EDR).
• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and services: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, etc.
• Proven experience in incident response, forensics, and remediation.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaboration with pre-sales, project team, vendors and contractors.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to security best practices.
• Sound experience in implementing multi-vendor security solutions.

Preferred Skills and Certifications:

Any of the below mentioned skills/certifications would be preferred.

• Professional level security certifications (e.g: CCNP Security, PCNSE, etc .) — Must
• Certified experience with Cisco ISE — Must
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) — Preferred
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) — Preferred
• CompTIA Security+ — Preferred
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects.
• Collaborative and flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning.

How To Apply:

Submit your updated resume and a cover letter detailing your experience as Network Security Engineer

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ROLE PURPOSE The L2 Network Security Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining network security solutions to protect the organization's data and systems. You will work closely with other IT teams to ensure the security and integrity of the network infrastructure. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Design and implement Cisco-based network security architectures, including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, VPNs, and access control lists (ACLs). Configure and manage Cisco security products, such as PaloAlto, FortiGate, Cisco Firepower, Cisco ASA, Cisco Umbrella, and Cisco ISE. Coordinate with vendors for product support, updates, and upgrades. Develop and implement network security policies, standards, and procedures. Configure, monitor, and maintain firewalls to control network access and protect against unauthorized intrusion. Implement and manage intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS / IPS) to identify and mitigate security threats. Configure and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) to enable secure remote access. Investigate and respond to security incidents, including data breaches and unauthorized access. Handle escalated security incidents from L1 support and manage incident response processes. Perform in-depth analysis of security breaches and vulnerabilities. Coordinate with relevant teams for incident containment, eradication, and recovery. Manage, configure, and troubleshoot security appliances like firewalls, VPNs, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and web proxies. Apply firewall policies and rules to ensure compliance with organizational security policies. Work with other departments, such as network and systems engineers, to implement and manage security solutions. Coordinate patch management activities, ensuring all security patches and updates are applied across systems and network devices in a timely manner. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Industry certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Security). Experience: 10+ years of experience in network engineering or administration, with exposure to complex troubleshooting and network security management. Technical Skills : CCNP Security or equivalent certification. Experience with Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) PaloAlto, FortiGate, Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), FMC & FTD, ASA. Experience with VPNs and network access control (NAC). Familiarity with tools like SolarWinds, Nagios, or PRTG for monitoring network performance. Familiarity with SD-WAN technologies. Experience working in cross-functional IT teams and with third-party vendors. Ability to communicate technical issues clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION o Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

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GBM is hiring a experienced and highly motivated Mid-Career Network Security Engineer to join our information security team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting our organization’s network security infrastructure. This role requires a strong understanding of network protocols, security principles, and a proven ability to protect sensitive data and systems from evolving cyber threats. This position demands a balance between technical expertise and strong client-facing skills, focusing on network security solutions. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage network security solutions, including firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Fortinet), intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), VPNs, web application firewalls (WAFs) and other security appliances. Monitor network security systems for anomalies, alerts and potential security breaches, and respond effectively to incidents. Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and address security weaknesses in the network infrastructure. Develop, implement, and enforce network security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with industry best practices and compliance requirements. Perform reviews of network configurations to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement. Administer and troubleshoot network devices such as routers, switches, and wireless access points, with a focus on their security configurations. Participate in the evaluation and selection of new security technologies and tools. Collaborate with IT operations, development teams, and other stakeholders to integrate security into all phases of the system development lifecycle. Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network security architecture, configurations, and procedures. Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, threats, vulnerabilities and technologies. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members as needed. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity or a related field. (Relevant experience may substitute for a degree). 5 to 8 years of progressive experience in network security engineering or a similar role. Strong expertise with various security technologies, including:

Next Generation Firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto Networks, Cisco ASA, Fortinet). IDS/IPS solutions. VPN technologies (IPsec, SSL VPN). Network Access Control (NAC) solutions. SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) platforms. Symantec (Broadcom) Web Proxy Endpoint security solutions (AV and EDR).

In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and services: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, etc. Proven experience in incident response, forensics, and remediation. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Collaboration with pre-sales, project team, vendors and contractors. Strong attention to detail and commitment to security best practices. Sound experience in implementing multi-vendor security solutions. Preferred Skills and Certifications: Any of the below mentioned skills/certifications would be preferred. Professional level security certifications (e.g: CCNP Security, PCNSE, etc .) — Must Certified experience with Cisco ISE — Must Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) — Preferred Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) — Preferred CompTIA Security+ — Preferred Competitive salary and benefits. Opportunity to work on innovative projects. Collaborative and flexible work environment. Opportunities for professional development and learning. How To Apply: Submit your updated resume and a cover letter detailing your experience as Network Security Engineer

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**Company**
QatarEnergy

**Department**
INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY

INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

**Primary purpose of job**
QatarEnergy is looking to recruit Lead Systems Engineer (Systems Security) that will join a team responsible for overall

protection, confidentiality, integrity and availability of the ICT systems that supports QatarEnergy’s business operations.

The lead will be accountable for the overall systems security controls design and implementation for the systems

information security domains and ensure robust systems security controls architectures based on current International

security best practices and industry frameworks in line with ICT KPIs and CSFs. In addition, the new member will be

responsible to support and maintain the day-to-day operations and system change lifecycle of QatarEnergy’s critical

security devices, tools & services and shall provide senior technical support for all perimeter security devices whilst

providing leadership & mentoring to the team members.

The role will be an enabler to the company’s success through development and implementation of security practices that

create a secure working environment

**Experience & Skills**:

- 10+ years of progressive combined technical experience in systems security solutions, including experience with security

principles, and defense-in-depth techniques, related standards, and protocols with a minimum of 7+ years professional

hands-on experience in design and support of complex systems security infrastructure preferably in the Oil and Gas

industry.
- Expert level of technical hands-on experience in implementation and operation of systems related but not limited to

following systems security technologies.
- Ability to identify, implement, create, and operate endpoint security controls, standards, processes, and procedures and

ensuring that they are compliant with QP’s security policies and internationally recognized security frameworks and

standards.
- Effective decision making in terms of potential financial and operational consequences and to improve business efficiency
- Manage and support systems security solutions and provide technical problem support, resolution, and communication

when appropriate.
- Excelling communication skills to effectively communicate with ICT internal, QP business users, QP subsidiaries and joint

venture companies, government organizations, third parties, etc. on all matters related to systems security.
- Ability to collect, analyze technical logs and report relevant discovery, provide technical conclusions and suitable

recommendations towards resolution of reported incidents based on analyzed technical data in a timely manner.
- High leadership skills and effective resource management
- Manage and support endpoint security protection systems: Antivirus, host-based firewall/IPS and device controls.
- Manage and support Data Labeling and DLP solutions.
- Manage and support password management solutions.
- Manage and support endpoint cryptography and data encryption & HSM solutions.
- Manage and support Microsoft Public Key Infrastructure solution.
- Develop, review, and maintain technical documentation and versioning of implemented security systems.
- Research and investigate latest vulnerabilities alerts (CVEs) and implement countermeasures.
- Implement security measures to mitigate newly identified risks and recommend security controls changes or

improvements as needed.
- Analyze requests and incidents from QP staff and provide solution based on the QP Cyber Information Security

Framework
- Effective problem solver with strong analytic skills.
- Has presentation skills that will gain acceptance of proposed solution from impacted stakeholders.
- Can easily deal with complex technical, organizational and process problems related to projects
- Attains solid project management skills that will lead to serving security requirements and obtain information about

solutions and successful delivery.
- Strong troubleshooting skills in network, software configuration, log interpretation, etc.

**Education**:

- A minimum of a Bachelor degree in Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or an

equivalent Engineering field.
- Relevant information security certification is a plus (such as Security+, CISSP, or CCIE)

security appliances.

PKI, host-based firewalls, least privilege & password management solutions.
- Excellent writing skills with the ability to write technical blueprints, high
- and low-level design documents, standards,

processes, procedures, manuals, feasibility studies, and tendering proposals.

We are seeking a highly skilled System Security Engineer to strengthen our cybersecurity posture across on-premise and hybrid environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Windows infrastructure security, identity and access management, scripting, and compliance frameworks. This role is critical to ensuring the protection, integrity, and resilience of our IT systems, while supporting secure business operations and digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage security solutions across Active Directory, ADFS, and Exchange (on-premise and hybrid).
  
• Harden and secure endpoints, infrastructure, and communications systems against evolving cyber threats.
  
• Automate security tasks and perform system audits using PowerShell and other scripting tools.
  
• Manage patching processes using WSUS, SCCM, or third-party tools.
  
• Integrate security logs and data into SIEM platforms and support threat detection/response initiatives.
  
• Collaborate with IT and business units to enforce identity and access management policies including MFA and Zero Trust architectures.
  
• Support compliance efforts aligned with ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls.
  
• Assess and respond to security incidents using frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
  
• Continuously evaluate and improve system and application security controls.
  

RequirementsQualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  
• One or more of the following certifications:
  
  

-Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst
Associate (MS-SC200)

-Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access
Administrator Associate (SC-300)

-Microsoft Certified Cybersecurity Architect
Expert

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Information Security or Computer Engineering
  
• Additional certifications such as:
  
  

-Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

-CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)

-Certified Information Systems Security
Professional (CISSP)

Experience & Knowledge Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in Windows infrastructure
  security (Active Directory, Exchange, endpoint hardening)
  
• In-depth knowledge of:
  

- Active Directory (LDAP, Kerberos, Group Policy,
ADFS)

- Exchange security (transport rules,
SPF/DMARC/DKIM, hybrid configurations)

- Patch management systems (WSUS, SCCM, etc.)

• Strong
  PowerShell scripting capabilities for security automation and audits
  
• Proficient in
  Zero Trust architecture and multi-factor authentication practices
  
• Understanding
  of compliance frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls
  
• Experience
  integrating with on-premise SIEM solutions
  
• Familiarity
  with MITRE ATT&CK and advanced threat detection techniques
  
• Solid
  background in systems, networks, and/or application security
  

Skills
Requirements:

• Security architecture and system
  hardening
  
• Scripting and automation (PowerShell)
  
• Threat detection, SIEM integration, and
  log analysis
  
• Identity and access management (IAM)
  
• Compliance and regulatory knowledge
  
• Problem-solving and incident response
  
• Strong communication and documentation
  skills
  

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BAE Systems Strategic Aerospace Services WLL | Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled System Security Engineer to strengthen our cybersecurity posture across on-premise and hybrid environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Windows infrastructure security, identity and access management, scripting, and compliance frameworks. This role is critical to ensuring the protection, integrity, and resilience of our IT systems, while supporting secure business operations and digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage security solutions across Active Directory, ADFS, and Exchange (on-premise and hybrid).
  
• Harden and secure endpoints, infrastructure, and communications systems against evolving cyber threats.
  
• Automate security tasks and perform system audits using PowerShell and other scripting tools.
  
• Manage patching processes using WSUS, SCCM, or third-party tools.
  
• Integrate security logs and data into SIEM platforms and support threat detection/response initiatives.
  
• Collaborate with IT and business units to enforce identity and access management policies including MFA and Zero Trust architectures.
  
• Support compliance efforts aligned with ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls.
  
• Assess and respond to security incidents using frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
  
• Continuously evaluate and improve system and application security controls.
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  

One or more of the following certifications:

- Microsoft Certified: Security Operations AnalystAssociate (MS-SC200)

- Microsoft Certified: Identity and AccessAdministrator Associate (SC-300)

- Microsoft Certified Cybersecurity ArchitectExpert

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Information Security or Computer Engineering
  

Additional certifications such as:

- Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)

- Certified Information Systems SecurityProfessional (CISSP)

Experience & Knowledge Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in Windows infrastructuresecurity (Active Directory, Exchange, endpoint hardening)
  
• In-depth knowledge of:
  

- Active Directory (LDAP, Kerberos, Group Policy,ADFS)

- Exchange security (transport rules,SPF/DMARC/DKIM, hybrid configurations)

• StrongPowerShell scripting capabilities for security automation and audits
  
• Proficient inZero Trust architecture and multi-factor authentication practices
  
• Understandingof compliance frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls
  
• Experienceintegrating with on-premise SIEM solutions
  
• Familiaritywith MITRE ATT&CK and advanced threat detection techniques
  
• Solidbackground in systems, networks, and/or application security
  

SkillsRequirements:

• Security architecture and systemhardening
  
• Scripting and automation (PowerShell)
  
• Identity and access management (IAM)
  
• Compliance and regulatory knowledge
  
• Problem-solving and incident response
  
• Strong communication and documentationskills
  

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Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.

The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

Canonical is building a team dedicated to providing security coverage across a wide range of ecosystems and environments, working to make the world a better, safer place. We are hiring an Ubuntu Security Engineer to join an industry-leading security engineering team and help protect the open source community and Ubuntu users from emerging threats. We are looking for candidates across all levels of experience, from Graduate to Senior.

As part of the Ubuntu Security Team, you will work with some of the best and brightest people in technology to monitor, triage, respond to, and document new and existing vulnerabilities in open source software. You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to identify issues, prioritize them, and coordinate remediation.

This is an engineering-focused role that may also involve activities such as producing security assessments, building features, conducting code reviews, developing internal tools, engaging with the open source community, and participating in industry initiatives and events.

This role requires international travel at least twice a year, usually for one week. It also requires the ability to be productive in a globally distributed team through self-discipline and self-motivation.

Location: Worldwide, this is a globally remote role

The role entails

• Analyzing, fixing, and testing vulnerabilities in open source packages
• Keeping track of vulnerabilities in the Ubuntu ecosystem as they are discovered, researched, and fixed, leveraging internal tools
• Collaborating with other teams in the Ubuntu community and upstream developers, as needed, to exchange or develop vulnerability patches and ensure that Ubuntu includes the most robust security features
• Auditing source code for vulnerabilities
• Building features and tools to help teams strengthen the security of their products and contribute to the overall security of Ubuntu
  
  

What we are looking for in you

• You have a thorough understanding of the common categories of security vulnerabilities and techniques for fixing them
• You are familiar with coordinated disclosure practices
• You are familiar with open source development tools and methodologies
• You are skilled in one or more of C, Python, Go, Rust, Java, Ruby, PHP or JavaScript/TypeScript
• You have excellent logic, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills
• You can clearly and effectively communicate with the team and Ubuntu community members
• Experience with Linux (Debian or Ubuntu preferred)
• Excellent interpersonal skills, curiosity, flexibility, and accountability
• Appreciative of diversity, polite, and effective in a multi-cultural, multi-national organization
• Thoughtfulness and self-motivation
• Result-oriented, with a personal drive to meet commitments
  
  

What we offer colleagues

We consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognize outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus or commission. We provide all team members with additional benefits which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
  
  

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open-source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, we are changing the world of software. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence; in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Most colleagues at Canonical have worked from home since our inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.

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