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SAIC

PKI Systems Engineer

SAIC

. Provide PKI engineering support for PKI systems deployed at the Department of State .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeSpringfield • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in PKI engineering, including the administration and maintenance of Entrust-based PKI systems, Hardware Security Modules, and server operating systems. Possesses strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills essential for evaluating security risks and developing documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords
PKI Engineering SupportEntrust PKI ProductsHardware Security Modules (HSMs)MS-Windows Server AdministrationCISSP or Security+ Certification

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Hard Skills
PKI EngineeringServer AdministrationTroubleshootingSecurity AnalysisTest Case DevelopmentLDAP DirectoriesNetwork MonitoringVirtualization TechnologiesProduct EvaluationDocumentation Development
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Entrust PKI SystemsHardware Security Modules (HSMs)Cisco FirewallsJuniper SwitchesTCP/IP NetworkingESX/ESXi VirtualizationActive DirectoryCritical Path
Certifications & Qualifications
CISSPSecurity+
Industry Keywords
Department of StateGovernment SettingSystem Security RisksTop Secret ClearanceEnclaved Server Hardware

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
TCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide PKI engineering support for PKI systems deployed at the Department of State
  • Manage and maintain enclaved server hardware, storage, switches, server operating systems, and Hardware Security Modules
  • Analyze customer requirements and deploy security-related solutions
  • Perform problem analysis after service issues to prevent recurrence
  • Evaluate products and make product recommendations
  • Identify system security risks and suggest mitigations
  • Develop software and hardware test cases and test evaluation reports for stakeholders
  • Develop and update systems documentation, including ConOps, operating procedures, and systems architecture documents
  • Administer, maintain, and deploy Entrust-based PKI systems onsite at Department of State datacenters and selected domestic and overseas locations

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree and 9+ years of relevant work experience; Master's degree and 7+ years of relevant work experience; additional experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree
  • Excellent MS-Windows Server administration and maintenance
  • Familiarity with PKIs and related technologies, including LDAP directories, HSMs, and OCSP, and security practices
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
  • Working knowledge of Entrust PKI products, especially in a government setting
  • Hands-on experience with Hardware Security Modules (HSMs)
  • Experience with LDAP directory products, such as Critical Path or Active Directory
  • CISSP, Security+, or similar certification
  • Cisco and Juniper firewall and switch configuration
  • TCP/IP networking knowledge and network monitoring tools
  • Virtualization technologies, including ESX/ESXi
  • Working knowledge of external storage solutions
  • Ability to collaborate effectively and interpersonal skills
  • US citizenship
  • Ability to obtain a top secret clearance; must obtain interim top secret before starting work

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • No benefits or compensation extras are specified in the posting