Venafi PKI Engineer

Job#: 2069220

Job Description:

THIS JOB IS HYBRID IN EITHER CHARLOTTE, NC OR DALLAS, TX OR CHICAGO IL

Teammates in this role deliver moderately complex tools and systems that mitigate the risk of malicious cyber attacks. Individuals in this role contribute to the protection of system boundaries, keeping computer systems and network devices hardened against attacks and secure sensitive data. It is important that those in this role actively create and nurture partnerships with peer teams and identify opportunities for cross-team collaboration. Individuals in this role operate within a structured environment with some oversight but, in absence of clear direction, take initiative and tackle complex problems within one or more security engineering domains. This role may mentor one or more junior team members. They typically have 3-5 years of experience in information security technology.

Responsibilities and Competencies:

Acts as a key contributor in a complex and critical environment

In-depth knowledge of various cryptographic and encryption technologies and standards (Symmetric/Asymmetric cryptography, Public Key cryptography, Digital signing service, Message Digest and Certificate Authority).

Sound knowledge of Win 2016 and/or RHEL/Unix

Experience in scripting in at least one language (PowerShell, Python, etc.)

Detailed understanding of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, authentication mechanisms, and networking protocols including SMTP, HTTP, DNS, TCP/IP, and SNMP as they pertain to security solutions.

Experience in assessing and selecting security tools and solutions that best meet the stated Security need at the Bank

Proven track record of successful implementations

Experience with security regulatory / compliance requirements including PCI and SOX

Experience in creating high level and technical presentations and communication skills to explain the approach to a varying audience

Strong analytical, reasoning, and organizational skills are essential.

Excellent verbal and written communications skills are essential.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel both internally and externally; e.g. leadership, executives, clients, vendors, and agencies.

Proven ability to work in a fast paced environment and manage multiple deadlines and priorities.

Adapts to new different or changing requirements, quickly grasps new concepts adapts and reflects on lessons learned - comfortable with ambiguity, analyzes and evaluates, defines problem/challenge, identifies alternatives and makes timely decisions

Work closely & collaboratively with Internal Engineering, Deployment & Operations teams to drive design adoption across IT

Experience with Vendor Management and coordination concepts from multiple facets of the industry

Proven ability to leverage deep subject matter expertise to develop and deploy a vision and help align others to that vision.

Ability to make engineering design decisions, efficiently build solutions, solves technical problems, and makes improvements to our systems

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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.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.