PKI Specialist New Waardenburg, Gelderland

Join us as Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Specialist and play a key role in enhancing the security of our clients' digital environments. Using your expertise in Applied Cryptography technologies, you'll safeguard sensitive data, prevent unauthorized access, and advise customers on future-proofing their security—from post-quantum readiness to automating certificates and key materials.

What you'll do as
PKI specialist

• Requirements Analysis & Design :
  Actively engage in client consultations to map out Applied Crypto needs and deliver tailored solution designs.
• Implementation & Configuration: Supporting the implementation and configuration of Cryptography solutions.
• Operations :
  Be one of the Subject Matter experts in Cryptography and gain understanding of the role of Applied Crypto in an organisation.
• Technical Guidance: Serve as an Applied Crypto expert and offering ongoing technical support.
• Documentation :
  Develop andmaintaindocumentation for Applied Crypto solutions and processes.
• Mentoring :
  Share yourexpertiseby providing guidance to colleagues within the Applied Crypto unit.
• Security and Compliance :
  Ensure that the PKI adheres to applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, including GDPR and ISO 27001, whilemaintainingthe integrity of infrastructure security.
• Self-Develop men t:
  Enhance your professionalexpertiseby pursuing certifications in leading technologies such asKeyFactorEJBCA,Key Factor Command , and Thales HSMs to remain informed about industry trends.

The impact you'll have

As PKI Specialist, you are pivotal in securing digital identities and ensuring business continuity for industry leading organisations with 5,000+ employees across Europe. Your influence extends to bridging stakeholders at all levels to drive essential security transformations in critical sectors like healthcare, education, and public services. Through mentoring colleagues,you’ll strengthen our team’s technicalexpertisewhile championing advancements in cryptography and cybersecurity. Your work not only safeguards vital digital assets but also fosters innovation and resilience across enterprise cybersecurity, leaving a meaningful impact on society and the industry.

What we can offer you

At SITS, we are a true advocate for a healthy work-life balance. By providing flexible hours and hybrid working options, we enable you to comfortably manage personal commitments while working on impactful projects and using dedicated learning time for you to earn certificates and visit industry events. Next to this we celebrate and support personal and professional, vertical as well as horizontal growth.

• Permanent contract.
• Flexible hours (32 – 40 hours per week).
• Mostly remote / hybrid working options (at our client site or occasional visit to our Waardenburg office).
• Flexible training budget and dedicated learning hours.
• Local and international career development opportunities.
• 30 days of annual leave (25 + 5 NL Company days).
• Variable consulting bonus.
• Company lease car OR mobility budget
• Home office setup budget and monthly work-from-home allowance.

What you 'll bring to the team

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity consulting, preferably applied crypto (i.e. key management, certificate lifecycle management). Experience with security tools like Thales &Keyfactoris a plus.
• Skills: Driven by a continuous learning mindset, you are an analytical and creative problem-solver with a passion for designing & delivering quality-driven solutions. You balance your attention to detail with proactive curiosity. Youdemonstratestrong ownership,accountability and effective stakeholder management skills.
• Languages: Fluentproficiencyin English and business proficient in Dutch.
• Education/certifications: Completed technical HBO+ education or an equivalent levelacquiredthrough work experience. Relevant cybersecurity certifications (i.e. CISSP and CISM) is a plus.
• Availability: You are available for at least 32 hours per week and are available to come to our Waardenburg offices on a weekly basis.
• Driver's License: You have a valid EU driver's license.
• Work Eligibility: You must already hold a valid working visa for and already live in theNLto qualify…