Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Security Software Data Engineer III to support enterprise security initiatives focused on encryption, certificate lifecycle management, key management, and enterprise cryptographic infrastructure.
This role combines strong technical expertise with project leadership responsibilities, requiring the ability to coordinate complex security initiatives while partnering with engineering, infrastructure, security, and business stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with enterprise encryption technologies, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), certificate management, secrets management, and security automation. Experience with enterprise security platforms such as Venafi, CyberArk, Fortanix, or HashiCorp Vault is highly preferred.
Location: Remote (EST/CST Preferred)
Work Arrangement: Remote
Employment Type: W2 – Full-Time
Duration: Full-Time
Work Authorization: Sponsorship not available (F1, H4, and Green Card candidates eligible)
Experience Required: 5+ Years
Key Responsibilities
Lead enterprise security infrastructure projects from planning through implementation
Coordinate security, infrastructure, engineering, and operations teams
Manage encryption and certificate lifecycle initiatives
Oversee enterprise key management implementations
Coordinate Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) activities
Ensure project delivery meets quality, schedule, and budget expectations
Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies
Communicate with executive sponsors and project stakeholders
Manage project documentation and reporting
Ensure compliance with enterprise governance standards
Coordinate vendor relationships when required
Support security audits and compliance initiatives
Resolve cross-project conflicts and resource constraints
Drive continuous improvement across security engineering processes
Mentor junior project managers and technical team members
Technical Focus Areas
Security
Encryption
PKI
Certificate Lifecycle Management
Key Management Systems (KMS)
Digital Certificates
Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Enterprise Security Architecture
Security Platforms (Preferred)
Venafi
CyberArk
Fortanix
HashiCorp Vault
Methodologies
Agile
DevSecOps
Enterprise Security Governance
Soft Skills
Excellent communication
Executive presentation skills
Leadership
Collaboration
Strategic planning
Critical thinking
Risk assessment
Problem solving
Organization
Conflict resolution
Technical leadership
Requirements
Required Skills
Enterprise Security
Encryption technologies
Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Certificate Lifecycle Management
Digital Certificates
Key Management Systems (KMS)
Cryptographic best practices
Enterprise Security Architecture
Identity & Access Management (IAM) fundamentals
Project Leadership
Enterprise project management
Risk management
Stakeholder communication
Executive reporting
Resource planning
Cross-functional team coordination
Project governance
Change management
Vendor management
Documentation
Project plans
Technical documentation
Status reporting
Risk registers
Requirements documentation
Audit documentation
Executive presentations
Nice-to-Have Skills
Venafi
CyberArk
Fortanix
HashiCorp Vault
PMP Certification
Agile Project Management
Security compliance frameworks
Enterprise secrets management
Security automation
DevSecOps
Top Qualifications
Required
5+ years of IT experience
Strong knowledge of encryption technologies
Experience with certificates and PKI
Experience with Key Management Systems (KMS)
Enterprise project leadership experience
Strong communication skills
Technical stakeholder management
Risk management experience
Preferred
Venafi
CyberArk
Fortanix
HashiCorp Vault
PMP Certification
Agile methodologies
Enterprise Security Engineering
DevSecOps exposure
Highlights
Remote security engineering role focused on PKI, encryption, certificate lifecycle, KMS, CyberArk/Venafi, project leadership, risk management, and enterprise security initiatives.
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