
About Canonical
Empowering the world with open-source software
Key Highlights
- Developers of Ubuntu, used by millions globally
- Headquartered in London with a remote-first policy
- Serves enterprise clients like Google and Microsoft
- Privately held with significant funding from various investors
Canonical Ltd., headquartered in London, is the driving force behind Ubuntu, one of the world's most popular open-source operating systems. With a focus on cloud computing, IoT, and container orchestration, Canonical serves a diverse range of clients, including major enterprises like Google and Micr...
🎁 Benefits
Canonical offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and a remote-first work environment, allowing employees to work from any...
🌟 Culture
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Skills & Technologies
Overview
Canonical is hiring an Ubuntu Security Engineer to join their security engineering team. You'll monitor, triage, and respond to vulnerabilities in open source software. This role requires experience with Linux and Python.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong foundation in security principles and practices, with experience in monitoring and responding to vulnerabilities in software systems. Your familiarity with Linux environments allows you to navigate and secure various systems effectively. You possess programming skills in Python, enabling you to automate tasks and analyze security issues efficiently. You are comfortable collaborating with diverse teams and external partners to identify and prioritize security threats. Your analytical mindset helps you assess risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. You are eager to learn and grow within the field of security engineering, adapting to new challenges as they arise.
Desirable
Experience with security assessment tools and methodologies is a plus, as is familiarity with incident response processes. Knowledge of open source software security practices will enhance your contributions to the team. A proactive approach to learning about emerging threats and vulnerabilities will set you apart as a candidate.
What you'll do
As an Ubuntu Security Engineer, you will be part of a dedicated team focused on providing security coverage across various ecosystems. Your primary responsibilities will include monitoring for new vulnerabilities, triaging security incidents, and documenting findings to improve the overall security posture of Ubuntu. You will collaborate with internal teams to prioritize vulnerabilities and coordinate remediation efforts. Your role may also involve producing security assessments and contributing to the development of security best practices for the open source community. You will engage in continuous learning to stay updated on the latest security trends and threats, ensuring that you can effectively protect Ubuntu users.
What we offer
Canonical offers a unique opportunity to work in a fully remote environment, allowing you to collaborate with colleagues from around the world. You will be part of a company that values diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace. Canonical is committed to your professional development, providing resources and support to help you grow in your career. You will have the chance to work on impactful projects that contribute to the security of open source software, making a difference in the technology landscape. Join us in our mission to make the world a safer place through innovative security solutions.
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