Security engineer with HSM/KMS

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Seeking a senior security engineer with 10+ years of experience working on encryption technologies leveraging HSMs and other key management solutions. This position involves designing, deploying infrastructure, performing configuration, and managing KMS solutions both on-premise and in the cloud. The candidate will develop client solutions for integrating and monitoring cryptographic appliances and KMS offerings, support POCs, and facilitate product/version certification activities.

Role Responsibilities:

• Design and implement encryption infrastructure using HSM and cloud-based KMS solutions.
• Manage and configure key management systems both on-premise and in cloud platforms.
• Integrate cryptographic solutions with existing systems and ensure optimal performance and monitoring.
• Provide technical assistance during POCs and certifications.
• Utilize monitoring platforms, including Splunk, Elastic, and Prometheus/Grafana stack, to oversee and troubleshoot encryption solutions.
• Collaborate with development teams utilizing programming and orchestration tools such as Java, Go, Ansible, and Terraform.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in key management systems and cryptographic tools including HSMs and PKI.
• Strong understanding of cryptographic algorithms, protocols, and security standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, PCI DSS).
• Proficient in Linux and Windows operating systems with automation expertise in Perl, Python, or PowerShell.
• Familiarity with cloud-based services such as AWS KMS and Azure Key Vault.
• Experience with HSM and key management products like Utimaco, Thales, Entrust, legacy Gemalto, Vormetric, or CipherTrust Manager.
• Knowledge of DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Working experience with Agile Scrum practices and tools like JIRA.

Soft Skills:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented and security-focused approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate as part of a team.
• Self-motivated individual capable of working independently and managing tasks proactively.