Security engineer

Job Title: Container Security Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Cyber Security Engineer with expertise in securing Kubernetes and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments. The ideal candidate will focus on protecting containerized applications and infrastructure from vulnerabilities, managing container orchestration, and implementing robust system hardening measures.

Responsibilities

• Protect containerized applications and underlying infrastructure from vulnerabilities and threats throughout their lifecycle.

• Manage and secure containerized applications using Kubernetes.

• Secure RHEL hosts and containers using dynamic firewall rules and APIs to support container migration in a live environment.

• Automate the deployment of Red Hat Enterprise Linux using tools such as Ansible, Kickstart, and Satellite.

• Implement system hardening measures including secure boot configuration, data encryption, and user authentication management.

• Automate patch management and vulnerability remediation using Ansible and Red Hat Satellite.

• Ensure compliance with security standards and regulations utilizing NIST cybersecurity frameworks.

• Implement networking solutions, containerization, and vulnerability management.

• Conduct system scanning and hardening using ACAS/Tenable, SCC/SCAP.

Essential Skills

• Knowledge and application of Kubernetes and container orchestration.

• Experience with automating deployments using Ansible, Kickstart, and Satellite.

• Proficiency in Red Hat Enterprise Linux security integrations, including SELinux, fapolicy, and nftables.

• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, RMF, NIST, and other government and DoD standards, policies, and frameworks.

• Experience with system scanning, hardening, and working with Linux operating systems (RHEL preferred).

• Experience with containerization and container hardening (Podman, Docker, Kubernetes preferred).

• Proficiency in bash scripting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with software lifecycles, CI/CD pipelines, and Git-based workflows.

• Experience implementing network segmentation using VLANs, VXLANs, and secure routing protocols.

• Utilization of Quality of Service (QoS) policies in a containerized environment.

• Deployment of Access Control Lists (ACLs) to enforce security policies.

• Designing and implementing secure network configurations and management networks.

Work Environment

This role is primarily onsite in Syracuse, NY, with some hybrid flexibility as needed. Our team is integrated with a variety of programs, working on cutting-edge technology and collaborating with some of the best engineers in the industry.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Liverpool,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.