Sr PKI / Certificate Engineer (Venafi)

Overview

Remote
Hybrid
$60 - $75 per hour
Full Time
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 1 Year +

Skills

PKI | Venafi

Job Details



Job Summary:


Dexian is seeking a Sr PKI / Certificate Engineer (Venafi) for an opportunity with a client located in Chicago, IL.



Responsibilities:







  • Designing, implementing, and managing PKI solutions, including certificate issuance, renewal, and revocation processes










  • Hands-on experience with Venafi TLS Protect services, including installations, configurations, and updates










  • Developing and implementing automated certificate lifecycle management solutions using Venafi APIs, integrating with various platforms and systems (including cloud services like Azure Key Vault and AWS ACM)










  • Ensuring compliance with security standards, such as , and










  • Identifying and mitigating risks associated with PKI systems and certificate management










  • Providing technical support for PKI-related issues, including certificate-related incidents and troubleshooting










  • Creating and maintaining documentation for PKI architecture, policies, and procedures










  • Working closely with other teams, including IAM, application development, and infrastructure teams, to ensure seamless integration and secure operations










  • Monitoring PKI systems, ensuring high availability, and performing regular maintenance and upgrades






  • Effectively communicating technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders




Requirements:





  • Deep understanding of PKI concepts, certificate lifecycle management, and related protocols (SSL/TLS, HTTPS, etc.)

  • Significant experience with Venafi TLS Protect, including administration, configuration, and integration with other systems

  • Proficiency in scripting languages like , , or for automation of certificate management tasks

  • Experience with cloud-based PKI solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure) and related services

  • Knowledge of security principles, encryption standards, and hardware security modules (HSMs)

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions

  • A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field is often required

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in PKI engineering, certificate management, and digital identity solutions

  • Mostly remote, occasional on site in Houston or Chicago (must be local to either)

  • Contract to end of year then 12+ month extension


  • 40 hours per week and looking to start asap







Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.


Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit to learn more.


Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.



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