PKI Security Engineer

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled PKI Security Engineer with strong expertise in public key infrastructure and cryptographic technologies. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with certificate management, hardware security modules, and modern authentication architectures, along with a solid foundation in scripting and automation.

Technical Skills

• Deep understanding of PKI concepts: CA, RA, CRL, OCSP, trust chains
• Proficiency with certificate standards (X.509, SSL/TLS)
• Strong knowledge of cryptographic algorithms (RSA, ECC, SHA‑256, AES)
• Hands-on experience with HSMs (SafeNet, Entrust, etc.)
• Familiarity with Windows/Linux security and certificate stores
• Scripting skills in PowerShell, Python, or Bash
• Solid grasp of network security and protocols

Preferred Skills

• Experience with cloud-based PKI services (AWS ACM, Azure Key Vault, Azure PKI)
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD integration
• Exposure to Zero Trust and strong authentication architectures
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or PKI-specific credentials

Experience

3-5 years