Utimaco is an international provider of IT security solutions and cybersecurity technologies with headquarters in Aachen (Germany) and Campbell (USA). For over 40 years, we have been developing innovative solutions for the protection of people, data and communications that meet the highest standards. We are the world's leading manufacturer of hardware security modules and compliance solutions in a wide range of industries such as automotive, banking, telecommunications and many more.
With our global network of partners and customers, we contribute to making digital information and infrastructures secure worldwide. Become part of our team and help us make the digital world more secure - together we are shaping the future of IT security
Your tasks
- Administer and optimize Enterprise Linux systems across global data centers, ensuring uptime, performance, and adherence to security best practices (e.g., SELinux, firewallD, OpenSCAP).
- Deploy, configure, and maintain Linux-based applications such as HAProxy, NGINX, and other critical services, focusing on high-availability, scalability, and performance optimization.
- Design, implement, and operate monitoring and logging solutions using Prometheus, Sensu, OpsGenie, Grafana, and Loki to ensure visibility, proactive alerting, and rapid incident resolution.
- Drive automation with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Ansible to enable repeatable, reliable, and scalable deployments and configurations.
- Manage Identity Management solutions like FreeIPA and integrate them securely into the infrastructure, supporting authentication and access control across services.
- Assist in operating containerized workloads (Docker/Podman) and Kubernetes environments as part of a broader infrastructure strategy
Your profile
- Solid, hands-on expertise in Linux system administration (RHEL-based and Debian-based), including troubleshooting, tuning, and lifecycle management — this is the foundation of the role.
- Proven experience with Linux application services such as HAProxy and NGINX, including high-availability design and performance tuning.
- Practical experience with centralized monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana Loki, Sensu, OpsGenie) in production environments.
- Strong skills in automation using Ansible and familiarity with Infrastructure as Code principles.
- Knowledge of Linux security and compliance frameworks (SELinux, firewallD, OpenSCAP) and distributed failover/high-availability strategies.
- Fluent English communication skills (written & spoken) with the ability to document clearly, collaborate effectively, and solve complex problems
