Linux Security Engineering Scientist Associate

• 3.0 minimum GPA requirement .
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Job Posting

Title:

Linux Security Engineering Scientist Associate

Hiring Department:

Applied Research Laboratories

Position Open To:

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details:

Purpose

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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.

US Citizen. Selected applicant is subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position.



Preferred Qualifications

• 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 .

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.

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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

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