Staff Kernel Security Engineer
Crusoe — San Francisco, California, United States · In-Person · Staff+ · $215k - $260k/yearly
Role description
Role Overview
The Staff Kernel Security Engineer will be responsible for strengthening the security posture of the Linux kernel and operating system components, which underpin Crusoe's cutting-edge hardware and software solutions for the AI cloud.
What You Will Do
The role involves implementing kernel security enhancements, managing configuration hardening, triaging incoming CVEs, enforcing access controls, and conducting security-focused code reviews.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Linux kernel internals, security vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques, as well as experience with secure coding principles and kernel debugging tools.
Requirements
- Linux Kernel Security Expertise
- Vulnerability & Exploitation Knowledge
- Security Mitigations
- Secure Coding
- Debugging & Analysis Tools
- Hardware Security Concepts
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience with at least 3 years focused on low-level operating systems or kernel security
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Restricted Stock Units
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays & leave of absence programs
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
- Employer contributions to HSA account
- Paid parental leave
- Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Professional development & tuition reimbursement
- Mental health & wellness support
- Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
- Cell phone stipend
- 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
- Volunteer time off
- Global travel insurance & emergency assistance
- Daily meals allowance