Senior Compliance & Research Analyst

Linux Systems & Hardening

Required Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Python, PowerShell, and Bash/Shell scripting with experience building modular, testable, production-grade automation tools featuring strong error handling, logging, documentation, and cross-platform compatibility.
• Hands-on experience developing AI-powered workflows using Claude and/or OpenAI APIs including prompt engineering, structured outputs, function calling, context management, and a AI agent development.
• Strong Linux administration and hardening expertise across multiple Linux environments including LVM, SELinux, sysctl tuning, PAM, auditd, SSH, firewall configuration, rsyslog, cron, sudoers, and systemd management.
• Proven experience implementing CIS Benchmark and DISA STIG hardening standards along with strong working knowledge of NIST 800-53, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001/27002, HIPAA, GDPR, and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Strong understanding of automation design patterns, secure scripting practices, troubleshooting methodologies, and scalable compliance workflow development across enterprise environments.
• Solid understanding of Windows, Linux, macOS, networking fundamentals, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), and advanced Regex usage for configuring and validating benchmark compliance values within automation and compliance controls.

Required Soft Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical findings to both engineering and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage and deliver complex projects end-to-end with minimal supervision.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset with the ability to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities without requiring constant direction.
• Quick learner with a strong willingness to adapt to new technologies, compliance frameworks, automation approaches, and evolving business requirements.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, ownership mentality, and the ability to work effectively within collaborative and fast-paced environments.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail, commitment to quality, and the ability to produce maintainable code and documentation.