Cybersecurity System Engineer

RINA is currently recruiting for a Cybersecurity System Engineer to join its office in ROME within the Operating Engine Division.

Mission

We are seeking a Cybersecurity System Engineer combining strong system administration expertise with specialized cybersecurity skills across Linux infrastructure, Active Directory, Docker, and secure Kubernetes platforms. This role requires both the technical depth of infrastructure management and the security mindset needed to deliver hardened and resilient systems through vulnerability management and container platform security.

Key Accountabilities

Infrastructure Hardening & Security

• Linux system administration and security hardening (Red Hat, AlmaLinux, SUSE, Ubuntu).
• Active Directory administration with a security focus, including Group Policy hardening, auditing, and privilege management.
• Hands‑on vulnerability management experience across systems and containers (Nessus, OpenVAS, Trivy).

Container Platform Security

• Docker administration and secure container environment management.
• Secure Kubernetes cluster deployment and administration through Rancher.
• Implementation of container security controls, including network policies, runtime protection, and secure configuration practices.

Security Support Activities

• Support security audits and infrastructure security assessments.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of infrastructure security practices.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering or Information Systems

Qualifications

Mandatory Technical Requirements

• Expert Linux system administration with security hardening experience.
• Advanced Active Directory administration including security best practices.
• Hands‑on Docker administration in production environments.
• Hands‑on vulnerability management experience across systems and containers (Nessus, OpenVAS, Trivy).

The following skills will be considered a plus

• Experience configuring network devices including switches and firewalls.
• Automation using Ansible and Terraform.
• Experience with AWS and Azure cloud environments.
• Virtualization platform administration experience (VMware vSphere, Proxmox VE).

Competencies

• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.