Sr PKI Engineer

Sr PKI Engineer

100% remote - client based in South Florida

An enterprise organization is seeking a Sr. PKI Engineer to implement, operate, and maintain Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM) services across a global environment. This position involves implementing software security controls, developing automation scripts and APIs, and supporting cloud infrastructure for Application Security services. The successful candidate will collaborate virtually with development and operations teams globally to advance a security culture that safeguards organizational and customer interests.

• Administer and maintain enterprise PKI and certificate management services.
• Support certificate issuance, renewal, revocation, and recovery processes.
• Implement and automate governance processes and controls to streamline certificate management activities for software development teams.
• Coordinate Certificate Authority (CA) lifecycle activities, including renewals, migrations, and key ceremonies.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of certificate policies, standards, and operating procedures.
• Provide escalation support for high-level certificate chain problems, extension types, and architectural design issues.
• Configure out-of-the-box integrations and implement automation platforms to optimize operations.

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field of study.

Five or more years of professional experience in information security, with a strong background in operating, building, and altering PKI and Certificate Lifecycle Management platforms.

Proficiency with Certificate Lifecycle Management systems such as Venafi, Cyber Ark, or Sectigo. Strong scripting capabilities in Python, Power Shell, or Bash. Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, specifically Amazon Web Services (AWS), and experience with underlying infrastructure, server administration, and command-line troubleshooting.

• Hands-on experience with migration projects and standing up net-new PKI systems.
• Previous experience implementing security automation platforms and out-of-the-box integrations.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.

This is a remote position that requires collaborating with global teams and guiding development groups in security best practices. Candidates must possess strong organizational skills, time management abilities, and the capacity to meet deadlines in a professional manner.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including Clearly Rateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a Support Linc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an…