Senior Security Operations Engineer

Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, is seeking a Senior Security Operations Engineer to join their new team reporting to the CISO. This role focuses on building a new level of assurance and observable rigour into the open source supply chain. The Security Operations team is responsible for designing and implementing security practices, tools, and policies to protect Canonical's infrastructure and improve the security of the global Ubuntu ecosystem.

The position requires deep experience in defending critical assets against advanced persistent threats and state-level actors. The role involves implementing and evolving Canonical's Security Operation Center, analyzing security architecture, and managing cyber threats. The successful candidate will contribute to the wider open source security community through threat intelligence sharing and industry engagement.

This is a remote position based in Africa (Lagos), offering a comprehensive benefits package including learning and development opportunities, twice-yearly team sprints, and global travel opportunities. The ideal candidate should have an exceptional academic background in Computer Science or STEM, significant SOC experience, and expertise in threat modeling and risk management frameworks.

The role combines technical security operations with thought leadership, requiring contributions to public presentations, whitepapers, and conference presentations. This position offers the unique opportunity to impact not just Canonical's security but the broader open source ecosystem's security posture. The company offers a performance-driven culture with regular compensation reviews and a strong focus on professional development.