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# Lead PKI Security Engineer

- **Company:** The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation
- **Location:** Coppell, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Inventory Management Software, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Windows PowerShell, Ansible, Information Technology, Terraform
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5681043076

## About the Role

* Minimum of 6 years of related experience
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field

Talents Needed for Success:

 * Solid understanding of PKI concepts and experience working with certificate inventory management systems, RAs, ADCS, HSMs, Ansible, Terraform, and PowerShell for automation
 * Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or similar are highly beneficial
 * Strong communication skills, a proactive approach to learning, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment
 * Strong Information Security experience, specifically in multi-tier PKI/Cryptography environment.
 * Proven experience with configuring certificate authorities, templates and troubleshooting certificates (TLS handshakes)
 * Proficient in using PKI tools like RAs, ADCS, and HSMs, along with automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and PowerShell
 * Strong analytical skills to diagnose and resolve complex PKI-related technical issues
 * Meticulous approach to managing and automating certificate lifecycle processes
 * Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and evolving technical environments

## Description

Being a member of CISO team, as a Lead PKI Engineer, you will significantly contribute to the advancement of our Public Key Infrastructure. You will be involved in the design, implementation, and maintenance of our PKI systems, leveraging your skills to enhance security and operational efficiency. Utilizing tools such as Venafi, ADCS, and HSMs, and automating processes with Ansible, Terraform, and PowerShell, you will streamline our certificate management lifecycle. Your efforts will directly impact DTCC's cybersecurity framework, ensuring robust and efficient PKI operations. In our fast-paced team environment, you will have extensive opportunities for professional growth and development.

Join our PKI Engineering team and embark on a rewarding career journey with abundant learning opportunities in a supportive and energetic setting.

Your Primary Responsibilities:

 * Supporting CLM for the certificates in use in our environment
 * Maintain and update the PKI systems
 * Develop and enforce security policies related to key management encryption standards.
 * Support, troubleshoot issues related to PKI, and assist in certificate related issues to maintain seamless operations of the secure systems