Linux Cryptography Developer (C/C++) (remote-only position)

1 Month ago • All levels • Administrative

About the job

Summary

We are seeking a talented and motivated Cryptographic Software Engineer to join our team. This role will provide the opportunity to work closely with experienced engineers to gain hands-on experience in the cybersecurity and cryptographic fields, focusing on compliance and technical excellence. The Cryptographic Software Engineer will assist in the development, testing, and documentation of cryptographic modules and systems in compliance with Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). The role requires a keen attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a passion for cybersecurity and technical documentation. **Key Responsibilities:** * Support the FIPS 140-3 certification process for cryptographic modules. * Assist in building, testing, and maintaining RPM packages for various cryptographic libraries. * Collaborate with senior engineers and external labs to write and review technical documentation, ensuring clarity and compliance with standards. * Work with AlmaLinux, CentOS Stream, or RHEL in a development and testing environment. * Contribute to the security engineering team by applying knowledge of cryptographic concepts, such as encryption, key exchange, and hashing. * Learn and apply best practices in cybersecurity, specifically relating to cryptographic libraries like OpenSSL and GnuTLS.
Must have:
  • Proficiency in C/C++
  • Understanding of cryptographic concepts
  • Experience with debugging tools
  • Some knowledge of mathematics and cybersecurity concepts
  • Strong proficiency in spoken and written English
  • High attention to detail and ability to work with technical documentation
  • A passion for writing and reviewing technical materials
Good to have:
  • Familiarity with OpenSSL, NSS, Libgcrypt, GnuTLS, Linux kernel
  • Cybersecurity certification (e.g., ISC2, CompTIA)
  • Knowledge of encrypted protocols (e.g. SSH, IPsec, TLS)
  • Experience or knowledge in building RPM packages
  • Experience with AlmaLinux, CentOS Stream, or RHEL
Perks:
  • Focus on professional development
  • Interesting and challenging projects
  • Fully remote work with flexible working hours
  • Paid 24 days of vacation per year, 10 days of national holidays, and unlimited sick leaves
  • Compensation for private medical insurance
  • Co-working and gym/sports reimbursement
  • Budget for education
  • The opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent
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Description

CloudLinux is a leading global company specializing in high-volume, low-cost Linux infrastructure and security products. We prioritize our employees and embrace remote working, ensuring a supportive and collaborative work environment. At CloudLinux, we pride ourselves on making a meaningful impact in the Linux and hosting industry.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Cryptographic Software Engineer to join our team. This role will provide the opportunity to work closely with experienced engineers to gain hands-on experience in the cybersecurity and cryptographic fields, focusing on compliance and technical excellence.

The Cryptographic Software Engineerwill assist in the development, testing, and documentation of cryptographic modules and systems in compliance with Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). The role requires a keen attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a passion for cybersecurity and technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the FIPS 140-3 certification process for cryptographic modules.
  • Assist in building, testing, and maintaining RPM packages for various cryptographic libraries.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and external labs to write and review technical documentation, ensuring clarity and compliance with standards.
  • Work with AlmaLinux, CentOS Stream, or RHEL in a development and testing environment.
  • Contribute to the security engineering team by applying knowledge of cryptographic concepts, such as encryption, key exchange, and hashing.
  • Learn and apply best practices in cybersecurity, specifically relating to cryptographic libraries like OpenSSL and GnuTLS.

Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in C/C++.
  • Understanding of cryptographic concepts, including encryption, key exchange, hashing, PKI, entropy, and random number generators (RNGs).
  • Experience with debugging tools
  • Some knowledge of mathematics and cybersecurity concepts.
  • Strong proficiency in spoken and written English.
  • High attention to detail and ability to work with technical documentation.
  • A passion for writing and reviewing technical materials.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with OpenSSL, NSS, Libgcrypt, GnuTLS, Linux kernel.
  • Cybersecurity certification (e.g., ISC2, CompTIA).
  • Knowledge of encrypted protocols (e.g. SSH, IPsec, TLS).
  • Experience or knowledge in building RPM packages.
  • Experience with AlmaLinux, CentOS Stream, or RHEL.

Benefits

What's in it for you?

  • A focus on professional development
  • Interesting and challenging projects
  • Fully remote work with flexible working hours, that allows you to schedule your day and work from any location worldwide
  • Paid 24 days of vacation per year, 10 days of national holidays, and unlimited sick leaves
  • Compensation for private medical insurance
  • Co-working and gym/sports reimbursement
  • Budget for education
  • The opportunity to receive a reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent

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About The Company

CloudLinux is on a mission to make Linux secure, stable, and profitable. We have spent more than 500 combined years working on Linux, and are changing how hosting companies and data centers use this technology we love by bringing it to millions of their customers. With more than 500,000 product installations and 4,000 customers, including Liquid Web, 1&1, and Dell, CloudLinux combines in-depth technical knowledge of hosting, kernel development, and open source with unique client care expertise.

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