Engineering Manager - Security Standards and Hardening

Canonical is a global leader in open source software, best known for Ubuntu, a platform powering cloud computing, AI, IoT, and enterprise systems. The company is committed to setting high standards in security across the open source ecosystem.

The Engineering Manager - Security Standards and Hardening will lead a team focused on enhancing system security, implementing compliance standards, and strengthening software integrity. This role combines leadership, security expertise, and collaboration to ensure robust protection across platforms.

Canonical is seeking an Engineering Manager - Security Standards and Hardening to lead a team focused on securing its open source platform. This role involves driving security initiatives, implementing compliance standards, and ensuring system integrity across cloud, server, and edge environments. You will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to enhance security practices and protect critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers focused on security and system hardening
- Implement and maintain security standards such as FIPS, CIS, and STIG
- Collaborate with partners to develop secure system architectures
- Drive security best practices across engineering teams
- Manage project timelines and ensure delivery of security initiatives
- Represent the team to stakeholders and support compliance requirements

Requirements:
- Strong background in software security and system hardening
- Experience with security standards such as FIPS, CIS, or FedRAMP
- Proven leadership and team management experience
- Knowledge of Linux systems and security frameworks
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Experience working in agile development environments

Benefits:
- Remote work with global collaboration and travel opportunities
- Annual learning and development budget
- Performance-based bonuses and compensation reviews
- Opportunities to work on critical security initiatives

Join Canonical to lead security efforts that protect open source systems used worldwide.