Surfshark

Senior Linux Sysadmin (Security Operations and Engineering)

Vilnius FullTime Remote
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Job Description

If you get satisfaction from a system that's hardened, automated, and quietly doing its job, you'll feel at home here. Millions of people trust Surfshark to keep them safe online, and that trust rests on infrastructure that has to stay secure, reliable, and always on. As our Senior Linux Sysadmin (Security Operations and Engineering), you'll keep that infrastructure locked down and dependable. You'll automate the parts that shouldn't be manual, harden the systems our company runs on, and be the person other engineers turn to when something needs securing. It's hands-on work with real weight behind it, right at the center of our cybersecurity department. IF YOU WANT TO: - Manage security, patching, upgrades, and hardening on team-maintained servers and services; - Supervise and maintain critical systems, including secure connections to server services, secret vaults, version control systems, bastion hosts, and other security-related infrastructure; - Help other sysadmins/developers troubleshoot problems in connecting to various systems and solving security issues; - Maintain the backup service; - Write automations using Ansible and Terraform/OpenTofu; - Build CI/CD pipelines and create Infrastructure as a code; - Work with platforms such as AWS, GCP, and Kubernetes. AND YOU CAN CHECK OFF: - Proven experience in system administration or similar roles; - Linux geek; - Strong orientation to automation (we mainly use Ansible and Terraform/OpenTofu); - Interest in cybersecurity; - Document what you done and share with others team members; - Good understanding of networking. HERE’S THE DEAL: - Growth and learning opportunities: time dedicated to learning, conferences, online learning platforms, and books for your professional development; - Health and wellness: we want you to feel and be your best. That's why we offer various benefits, from online workouts, a physical coach and a gym to regular mental health checks; - Tools of your choice: choose technical equipment and the tools you need to do your best; - Community and celebrations: get ready for long-lasting traditions such as yearly workation, Friday get-togethers, various team buildings and company celebrations; - Convenient commuting: traveling from point A to point B can be a pain. That’s why, depending on your unique circumstances, we compensate part of your public transport costs; - Work-life balance: We encourage working in the office, with the possibility of up to two remote days per week. Plus, with our WFA policy, you can work from almost anywhere in the world; - Premium Surfshark accounts: for you, your family, and friends; - Gross salary: 3800 - 6300 Eur/month for the Lithuanian market, 18500 - 30000 Pln/month for the Polish market. It may vary depending on your skills and experience.

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What does the Senior Linux Sysadmin (Security Operations and Engineering) role at Surfshark involve?

The Senior Linux Sysadmin (Security Operations and Engineering) position at Surfshark in Vilnius is a fulltime role. If you get satisfaction from a system that's hardened, automated, and quietly doing its job, you'll feel at home here. Millions of people trust Surfshark to keep them safe online, and that trust rests on infrastructure that has to stay secure, reliable, and always on. As our Senior Linux Sysadmin (Security Operations and Engineering), you'll keep that infrastructure locked down and dependable. You'll automate the parts that shouldn't be manual, harden the systems our company runs on, and be the person other engineers turn to when something needs securing. It's hands-on work with real weight behind it, right at the center of our cybersecurity department.

What skills are required for Senior Linux Sysadmin (Security Operations and Engineering) at Surfshark?

Key skills for this role include: Rust, AWS, GCP, Kubernetes, Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD, ETL, Cybersecurity, Linux.

What is the salary for Senior Linux Sysadmin (Security Operations and Engineering) at Surfshark?

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Is the Senior Linux Sysadmin (Security Operations and Engineering) position at Surfshark remote or on-site?

This position is Remote. You can work from anywhere, subject to the employer's remote work policy.

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About This Role

Senior Linux Sysadmin (Security Operations and Engineering) at Surfshark is a fulltime security position in Vilnius. Key skills include Rust, AWS, GCP, Kubernetes, Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD, ETL. Education: Master's Degree preferred. Experience: 5+ years.

This role is classified as remote and is suitable for senior-level professionals. Ghost Score 40/100 (Possibly Stale) indicates this listing is possibly stale — verify on the employer site.

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