Senior Security & Compliance Engineer - eLxr
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About the opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled Security & Compliance Engineer to lead security initiatives for eLxr, our Debian-based operating system. This role is critical to ensuring compliance, security hardening, and audit readiness across all components of our ecosystem, including OS images, installers, CI/CD pipelines, and entitlement systems.
Responsibilities & Accountabilities
- Drive adherence to FIPS, STIG, CIS benchmarks, and Secure Development Lifecycle (SDL) practices.
- Manage encryption tools (e.g., OpenSSL and related libraries) and ensure cryptographic compliance.
- Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain segmentation, secrets management, certificate lifecycle processes, and least privilege access controls.
- Ensure audit readiness and compliance with industry standards.
- Image & Installer Management: Oversee generation of OS images (.iso, qcow2, container images) and maintain secure OS installer workflows.
- CI/CD & Backend Systems: Secure CI pipelines and entitlement backend systems, ensuring integrity and compliance throughout build and deployment processes.
- Vulnerability Management: Monitor CVEs, manage vulnerability remediation, and
coordinate timely patching and fixes - Secure Boot & Encryption: Implement and maintain secure boot processes.
- Security Testing: Develop and execute security testing strategies, including regression and final build validation.
- Web Properties & Portals: Ensure security and compliance across all sites (.org, .pro, .dev) and entitlement portals.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in Linux security engineering, preferably with Debian or derivatives.
- Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks (FIPS, STIG, CIS) and SDL practices.
- Hands-on experience with secure boot, encryption tools, and vulnerability management.
- Proficiency in CI/CD security, image generation, and OS installer processes.
- Familiarity with CVE tracking, patching baselines, and audit readiness.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Must reside in Greater Austin, TX area with ability to be present on site
- United States Citizenship required
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with container security (Docker, Podman).
- Knowledge of entitlement systems and license management.
- Familiarity with large-scale Linux deployments and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, etc.).
- Contributions to open-source projects.
BENEFITS
- Hybrid work model for workplace flexibility
- Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- RRSP matching for financial security
- Flexible time-off policies for work-life balance
- Employee assistance program for mental well-being
- Learning benefits, including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and seminars
Join us at Wind River, where we're not just shaping technology; we're shaping the future of a safer, more connected world. Your journey to make a meaningful impact begins here.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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