Optiv
PrincipalEngineer-PKI
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“Principal Engineer - PKI at Optiv. Skills: PKI solutions, Venafi, KeyFactor, Sectigo, certificate management automation. creation of procedures. implementation of processes”
What You'll Achieve.
delivering secure and scalable PKI solutions
Industry & Context.
Superior IT problem-solving skills; Creative problem-solving
shift flexibility, including the ability to rotate between days, mids, and nights, availability during US working hours 5 PM (IST) to 2 AM (IST), This role is a Work from Office role
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years of hands-on experience in PKI management, understanding of certificate lifecycle management, cryptographic protocols, and identity-based security, Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and cloud-based certificate management, Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, Proven track record of delivering secure and scalable PKI solutions, Understanding of network architecture and implementation, Excellent time management, reporting, and communication skills, Superior IT problem-solving skills, Knowledge of Linux and Windows Operating Systems, An understanding of a wide array of server grade applications such as: DBMS, Exchange, DNS, SMTP, IIS, Apache, SharePoint, Active Directory, Identity Management, Patch Management, LDAP, SQL, and others, Hands-on experience with automation using REST APIs and scripting languages (e. g. , PowerShell, Python, Bash), availability during US working hours 5 PM (IST) to 2 AM (IST)
Nice to Have
Experience with KeyFactor, Sectigo, and other PKI platforms is a plus, Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCSK are preferred, network security analysis
What You'll Do.
creation of procedures
implementation of processes
development of staff for managing and maintaining security systems
and lifecycle management of enterprise PKI solutions
Architect and manage certificate issuance
and automation across hybrid environments
Provide technical leadership in PKI strategy
Drive automation and scalability of certificate management processes
Conduct root cause analysis and remediation for PKI-related incidents
Evaluate and test new PKI technologies and upgrades
Maintain detailed documentation for PKI architecture
and operational procedures
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams; work closely with Management, Senior Engineers, Solution Architects, Senior Security Engineers, other Principal Security Engineers and clients
Communication Scope
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Excellent time management, reporting, and communication skills
Full Job Description
_This position will be on-site reporting to our Bangalore office, M-F._ _This team provides 24/7 support. This role requires shift flexibility, including the ability to rotate between days, mids, and nights._ The Principal Engineer will be responsible for creation of procedures, implementation of processes and development of staff for managing and maintaining security systems across internal and client environments. The Principal Engineer will work closely with Management, Senior Engineers, Solution Architects, Senior Security Engineers, other Principal Security Engineers and clients to complete high profile, critical services to existing Managed Security Service clients. Serve as a subject matter expert and team lead, staying in tune with all client configuration issues and all internal projects. **How You’ll Make an Impact** * Lead the design, implementation, and lifecycle management of enterprise PKI solutions using Venafi as the primary tool, along with KeyFactor and Sectigo. * Architect and manage certificate issuance, renewal, revocation, and automation across hybrid environments. * Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure seamless integration of PKI services. * Provide technical leadership in PKI strategy, governance, and compliance. * Drive automation and scalability of certificate management processes. * Conduct root cause analysis and remediation for PKI-related incidents. * Evaluate and test new PKI technologies and upgrades. * Maintain detailed documentation for PKI architecture, configurations, and operational procedures. **What We’re Looking For** * 10+ years of hands-on experience in PKI management, with deep expertise in Venafi and Sectigo * Strong understanding of certificate lifecycle management, cryptographic protocols, and identity-based security. * Experience with KeyFactor, Sectigo, and other PKI platforms is a plus. * Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and cloud-based certificate management. * Bachelor’s degree
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