Job#: 2050254
Job Description:
Job Title: PKI Analyst
Location: Cleveland, OH
Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled PKI Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the support of PKI solutions, along with a strong background in Identity and Access Management (IAM). This role requires familiarity with HashiCorp Vault and Keyfactor and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, multi-cultural environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategy & Planning:
- Collaborate with business units to identify and document business requirements for projects.
- Aid in determining technical requirements for projects.
- Plan and organize tasks, report on project progress, and coordinate with additional development teams.
- Review and submit technical and security improvement recommendations.
Acquisition & Deployment:
- Deploy and configure access management solutions based on industry best practices.
- Leverage capabilities of vendor solutions.
- Develop solutions based on secure design and/or coding practices.
Operational Management:
- Follow established change control processes, maintain and modify PKI Platforms applications.
- Coordinate changes with IAM team members and external teams, including Infrastructure Engineers, DBAs, and Info Security.
- Provide on-call support for production and non-production issues.
- Analyze performance of PKI applications and take corrective actions based on client consultations and managerial approval.
Incidental Functions:
- Stay informed on new technologies, including tools, components, and frameworks.
- Train and share knowledge with the IAM team.
- Mentor and coach developers and/or Professional Apprentices.
- Manage projects and tasks, and report as necessary.
- Make presentations to management, clients, and peer groups as requested.
- Schedule and lead project and communication meetings with clients.
- Assist with other projects to contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the work.
Position Requirements: Formal Education & Certification:
- Bachelor's Degree or foreign equivalent in Information Technology or a similar practice
Knowledge & Experience:
- 5+ years of IT experience.
- 3-5 years of experience in the support of various PKI solutions.
- Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting, managing, and solving issues related to PKI Digital Certificates, identities, systems, access, accounts, authentication, and authorization.
- Hands-on experience with PKI Platforms and host server operating systems such as Microsoft Windows and Linux.
- Experience with Linux/Unix, Windows, scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Perl), SQL, LDAP, and web services.
- Familiarity with KeyFactor and Vault by HashiCorp. (Entrust or Venafi experience could be beneficial.
Preferred Experience & Skills:
- Hands-on experience with PKI Security technologies and host system administration.
- Experience with Agile principles and practices.
- Exposure to source control tools and orchestration systems.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Proven ability and initiative to learn and research new concepts, ideas, and technologies quickly.
- Strong systems/process orientation with demonstrated analytical thinking, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Ability to quickly pick up new tools and technologies.
- Willingness and ability to train and teach others.
- Ability to facilitate meetings and follow up with resulting action items.
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment and to lead and influence cross-organizationally with and without direct authority.
- Ability to effectively move forward on tasks even with ambiguous or changing requirements.
This position is a hybrid role, 2-3 days onsite may be required.
EEO Employer
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
