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Information Security Engineer II - IN (R-21199)

RackspaceFull-time$100k - $260k*Gurgaon, IndiaAug 29, 2025
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Job description: 

This role focuses on ensuring that Linux-based systems and infrastructure adhere to relevant security standards, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.   

We are seeking a mid-level Linux Engineer to deliver Dedicated/cloud engineering services to Rackspace’s clients and typically assist with the daily operations, monitoring, hardening and documentation of compliance efforts related to Linux environments. 


Responsibilities: 

  • Implement and monitor security controls: configuring and implementing security measures/vulnerability assessments to identify potential security issues and ensure compliance on Linux systems. 
  • Support compliance audits and reporting: preparing for internal and external audits by gathering documentation, generating reports on system configurations and compliance status, and responding to audit requests.  
  • Contribute to the creation and upkeep of security policies, procedures specific to Linux environments, ensuring alignment with relevant compliance frameworks (e.g. CIS Benchmark, NIST, PCI DSS).  
  • Implement hardening and maintaining environments: using configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible) to streamline security configuration and reduce human error.  
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for Linux systems, security controls, and compliance-related procedures. 

Required skills and qualifications: 

  • Strong Linux administration skills: Proficiency in various Linux distributions and command-line tools.  
  • Scripting and automation: Experience with scripting languages like Bash and/or Python for automating security tasks and system administration.  
  • Knowledge of, or experience working with DevOps tools like Git, Ansible, Jenkins (basic), etc.  
  • Knowledge of, or experience working with, at least one cloud platform including AWS, Azure, or GCP technologies/environments.  
  • Networking fundamentals: Understanding of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP) and firewall configurations.  
  • Security awareness: Knowledge of security concepts, best practices, and familiarity with security frameworks like SE Linux or Armor tool.  
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills: Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, identify root causes, and propose solutions.  
  • Communication skills: Effective written and verbal communication for collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders, documenting processes, and creating reports.  
  • Attention to detail: Meticulousness in following procedures, reviewing configurations, and maintaining accurate documentation.   

Educational background:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience

Preferred qualifications:

  • Relevant certifications like RHCSA, RHCE and familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes), cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP).   

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