Lead Security and PKI Engineer

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Responsibilities

• ▹Provide Tier III technical support for DoD PKI Portfolio infrastructure issues and PKE consultation
• ▹Lead CA (Certificate Authority) architecture analysis, design, enhancement and deployment across NIPR/SIPR networks
• ▹Develop and execute plans for DoD migration to stronger cryptographic algorithms and Post-Quantum Computing (PQC) compliance
• ▹Evaluate COTS products and hardware for PKI interoperability with DoD systems
• ▹Provide direct consultation to end users, system administrators, developers, RA/LRA/KRA personnel and help desk staff
• ▹Develop and maintain PKI security compliance documentation (STIG checklists, RMF per NIST 800-37)
• ▹Support Zero Trust (ZT) compliance and modernization of PKI capabilities
• ▹Manage large volumes of technical support tickets and resolve escalations

Requirements

• ▹Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or related field
• ▹8+ years of hands-on PKI/cryptography engineering and DoD IT security experience
• ▹Current DoD Secret clearance, maintained
• ▹Deep knowledge of X.509 certificates, certificate validation, trust models and DoD PKI architecture
• ▹Advanced understanding of cryptographic algorithms, NIST standards, and algorithm evolution
• ▹Expert-level knowledge of Windows, Linux, Unix and MacOS
• ▹Knowledge of MS CAPI, MS CAPI NextGen, NSS, OpenSSL and MOD NSS
• ▹Experience evaluating and integrating commercial PKI solutions with government systems
• ▹Must reside within a commutable distance of Ft. Meade, MD for full-time onsite work

Nice to have

• ▹CISSP, CISM, CEH, or an equivalent information security certification

What we offer

• ▹26 days of paid leave (vacation, sick, personal, holidays)
• ▹Performance bonuses
• ▹401(k) with 3% match, immediately vested
• ▹Company-paid life insurance up to $300K, with additional coverage options
• ▹Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options
• ▹15 days of fully paid parental leave
• ▹Military differential pay for employees on active duty
• ▹Paid training, certifications, and tuition reimbursement

About the company

AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense and intelligence sectors.