Linux Communications Engineer, RMDC

About Fluence RMDC

The Remote Monitoring Diagnostics Center (RMDC) is Fluence s global operations hub, dedicated to ensuring the reliability and performance of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) worldwide. As RMDC expands, we are integrating advanced Controls Engineering expertise to support real-time operations, grid compliance, and troubleshooting.

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Linux Communication Engineer to manage our global fleet of servers, focusing on enhancing security and system availability. You will be involved in system operations, cybersecurity, and problem management, with responsibilities that include following established procedures as well as designing and refining them.

Your role will involve developing change controls that are repeatable across global power stations and providing valuable feedback into the commissioning process to enable rapid deployment and scaling. Youll also work on securing communication systems to meet industry standards for critical infrastructure and conduct thorough analyses of system incidents. This analysis will inform improvements in fleet management, helping to ensure high-quality installations across the board. Ultimately, this position is key to maintaining the reliability and security of our Linux-based platforms and communication networks in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• M aintain Linux-based servers and network platforms.

• Enforce and validate compliance with critical infrastructure security standards such as:

• NERC CIP - North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection.

• NIS2 - Network and Information Systems Directive 2 (EU cybersecurity regulation).

• CIRMP - Critical Infrastructure Risk Management Program (Australia).

• Implement security controls and encryption aligning with these standards across communications infrastructure.

• Develop and maintain incident response plans, perform risk assessments, and document compliance evidence.

• Automate routine configurations and compliance checks using scripting tools (Bash, Python, Ansible).

• Collaborate with security, network, and application teams to integrate compliant solutions.

• Monitor system performance, audit logs, and proactively remediate vulnerabilities.

Required Skills Qualifications:

• Strong experience with Linux system administration ( Ubuntu , or similar).

• Knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS , Modbus ) and encryption technologies (TLS, VPN).

• Ability to demonstrate an ability to diagnose networking issues and knowledge of packet capture tools .

• Familiarity with critical infrastructure cybersecurity standards: NERC CIP, NIS2, CIRMP.

• Experience with incident response, risk management, and security governance frameworks.

• Proficiency in scripting (Bash, Python) and configuration management tools (Ansible) .

• Exceptional problem-solving and clear documentation skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with cloud (AWS ) and container orchestration (Docker ).

• Certifications a plus (RHCSA, RHCE, CCNA, CISSP , CI SM or e quivalent).

• Git and software development life cycle.

• Docker image creation and optimization.

• I nfrastructure monitoring platforms (Zabbix).

• Debian packaging .

• Prudence model and industrial control systems .

• OPC-UA servers (Ignition) .

• Experience in industrial control systems, BESS, or other mission-critical hardware/software systems.

• Experience in BESS, renewable energy, or related fields

• Familiarity with ITIL/ITSM practices.

Experience:

Minimum 6 + years in Linux Infrastructure Engineering , communications engineering, or infrastructure security.

Education :

A Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science , Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline; equivalent professional experience may also be considered .

WHO YOU ARE

• Growth mindset eager to improve today s fleet while shaping tomorrow s designs.

• Systems thinker you connect Linux, networking, and cybersecurity into holistic solutions.

• Collaborator skilled at working across sustaining, product, and field teams.

• Bias for action you don t just find gaps; you close them

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