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Security Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · Remote

Establish secure and auditable remote access solutions for engineers troubleshooting robots in the ... Hands-on Linux systems engineering and networking experience * Proficiency with IaC tooling such as ...

YO AI Labs

DevOps Engineer - Remote

San Jose, CA · Remote

$50 - $150/hr

You will work on CI/CD, Kubernetes, infrastructure as code, Linux, and cloud environments while ... Background in security, secrets management, or platform reliability. * Open-source contributions or ...

YO AI Labs

DevOps Engineer - Remote

Palo Alto, CA · Remote

$50 - $150/hr

You will work on CI/CD, Kubernetes, infrastructure as code, Linux, and cloud environments while ... Background in security, secrets management, or platform reliability. * Open-source contributions or ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote linux security in Santa Clara, CA is $56.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56.44 and $56.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Linux Security vs Remote Linux System Administrator?

AspectRemote Linux SecurityRemote Linux System Administrator
Primary FocusSecurity, vulnerability management, threat mitigationSystem setup, maintenance, user management
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, Linux Security certificationsLinux+, LPIC, RHCSA
Work EnvironmentSecurity teams, cybersecurity firms, IT departmentsIT support, infrastructure teams, data centers
Common TasksFirewall configuration, intrusion detection, security auditsServer configuration, updates, user permissions

Remote Linux Security specialists focus on protecting Linux systems from threats, while Remote Linux System Administrators manage and maintain Linux servers. Both roles require Linux knowledge, but security roles emphasize safeguarding systems against vulnerabilities, whereas system administrators handle daily operations and system health.

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OCI - Security Services Manager - US (Remote)

Xgrid.co

San Jose, CA • Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Xgrid Inc (www.xgrid.co) is a cloud services tech firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, USA, specializing in providing expert consultancy and professional services in building secure, complex, large-scale, production-grade distributed systems in cloud environments (AWS | Google Cloud Platform | Azure). The architects of the Xgrid cloud business group have 20+ years of combined experience building production-grade hyperscale systems for top silicon valley tech companies including Amazon, Salesforce, VMware, Cisco, and multiple top startups with successful exits.

We're looking for a Security Services Manager to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-value, high-impact security and compliance services to our Oracle Cloud customers. You'll leverage your experience in customer-facing roles and your knowledge of cybersecurity controls, especially within cloud technology, to ensure our clients' success in the cloud. This is a great opportunity to make a real difference for businesses migrating to or already using Oracle Cloud.


What will you do:


Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Act as an expert advisory contact and assist with deployment and ongoing management of a number of Enhanced Security Services for example (but not limited to):


  • Threat & vulnerability management, such as vulnerability scanning & penetration tests

  • Database security solutions such as Encryption, Vaulting and Auditing

  • Data obfuscation solutions such as Data masking & Data Redaction

  • Assess application layer security assessments and secure configuration best practices

  • Implement & support Validation Support Services for healthcare industries

  • Chair & Participate in periodic security service review calls with customer and clearly demonstrate value proposition of delivered security services

  • Develop customer success metrics, cultivate enduring relationships with customers from initial onboarding through their cloud transition journey, fostering business growth; key success criteria

  • Create & maintain up to date customer & service status information pertaining to security services in relevant reporting portals, applications etc. at all times

  • Analysis of the vulnerability scan and PenTest data and provide customer walkthrough using tailored & “fit-for-purpose” deck; clearly articulating service value, findings, associated risks & remediation

  • Assist and be part of a “center of excellence” (CoE) team in presentation of security service value decks using effective metrics such as balance score card (BSC) to customer business team, who could be non-technical or higher management / Cxx level


Required Skills


  • Intermediate to expert level knowledge of Cloud Computing

  • Knowledge of Oracle Linux, such as basic navigation, security patch analysis, security best practice configuration etc.

  • Knowledge of Windows server security, such as common vulnerabilities, configuration weaknesses & security best practices

  • Possess deep level knowledge on Computer System Validation (CSV), GAMP 5 Guideline, USFDA - 21 CFR Part 11, GxP Regulations, Validation Life Cycle, ‘V’ model,  Good Documentation Practices (GDP), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Deft Life Cycle Management

  • Prepare, review and execute validation documentation like System Design Document (SDD), Installation Qualification (IQ) Plan/Protocol, Test Cases     and Summary Reports

  • Perform Quality Review and oversee the validation activities with respect to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and 21 CFR Part 11 regulations

  • Knowledge of Oracle Database security best practices, Database Auditing etc

  • Knowledge of Oracle Fusion Middleware security best practices, API & web security, OWASP Top 10 and associated controls etc.

  • Knowledge of two or more industry best practice standards & framework such as CIS, NIST, STIG, FedRAMP, PCI DSS, HIPAA & 21 Part 11

  • Knowledge of scanning tools such as Nessus, Qualys etc. or other such and ability to interpret scan data, findings severity, CVSS score etc.

  • Exemplary customer management skills

Preferred Skills:


  • Able to write basic to intermediate Oracle Linux shell scripts 

  • Knowledge of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure security concepts, ZTA and CSA Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM)

  • Knowledge of Identity & Access management solutions, SAML, SCIM, hybrid cloud identity source integrations, federation, roles & policies etc.

  • Able to read and understand services contracts, order documents and its associated entitlements & obligations.

  • Excellent Project management skills

  • Possess current Oracle Cloud Infrastructure certifications



Levels: ALL
Years Of Experience: Junior: 0-3 YoE, Mid: 3-6 YoE, Senior: 6+ YoE
Location: US (Remote)
Estimated Annual Salary: 105K - 196K USD / year

Number of Positions: 1
Position Type: Fixed Term, 200 Days 

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