Cryptographic Key Management Specialist

Cryptographic Key Management Specialist LOCATION

Tysons, VA 22182

TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship)

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Cryptographic Key Management Specialist to oversee the secure management of cryptographic keys across our systems and applications. In this role, you will implement and maintain robust key management practices, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data. The ideal candidate is well-versed in cryptographic protocols, key lifecycle management, and compliance with industry security standards.

If you are passionate about encryption technologies and thrive in a fast-paced, security-focused environment, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our team dedicated to safeguarding critical information.

Cryptographic Key Manager, Key Management Specialist, Encryption Engineer, Cryptography Specialist, Data Protection Analyst, Information Security Specialist, Cybersecurity Analyst, Security Operations Specialist, PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) Specialist, Key Access Control Analyst, Secure Communications Specialist, Digital Security Specialist, Cryptographic Systems Engineer, Identity and Access Management Specialist, IT Security Engineer, Certificate Management Specialist, Secure Systems Architect, Risk and Compliance Analyst, Network Security Specialist, etc.

Bachelor's Degree

Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Data Science, Information Assurance, Cryptography, Security Management, Telecommunications, Applied Mathematics, Systems Engineering, Digital Forensics, Software Engineering, Risk Management, Artificial Intelligence, Secure Communications, Electrical Engineering, Compliance and Regulatory Affairs, etc.

General comment on degrees:
Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some contracts give 4-5 years experience credit for a Bachelor's Degree. Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit.

• Implement and maintain cryptographic key management systems
• Monitor the lifecycle of cryptographic keys
• Ensure compliance with key management policies and standards
• Conduct audits and assessments of key management processes
• Respond to security incidents involving encryption keys
• Develop and enforce secure key distribution protocols

• Proficiency in cryptographic algorithms and key generation techniques
• Familiarity with hardware security modules (HSMs)
• Expertise in managing public key infrastructure (PKI)
• Ability to troubleshoot key management systems
• Knowledge of encryption standards (e.g., AES, RSA)
• Experience with secure key storage and transmission

• Familiarity with cloud-based key management solutions
• Understanding of quantum-resistant cryptography
• Experience with automated key rotation and renewal
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., FIPS, GDPR)
• Strong technical documentation and reporting skills
• Ability to train and mentor teams on cryptographic practices

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