• SR PKI Architect - Onsite

    Cognizant (Tampa, FL)


    Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.). Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and we are among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

     

    •This position is not open to candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.”

     

    Job Title: PKI Architect

     

    Employment Type: Full-Time

     

    PKI Architect: Design, deploy, and maintain PKI systems, including Certificate Authorities (CA), Registration Authorities (RA), and Hardware Security Modules (HSM).

     

    + Manage lifecycle of digital certificates (issuance, renewal, revocation) for internal and external systems.

    + Have CLM (Venafi / Appviewx / KeyFactor / Sectigo) experience

    + Implement and enforce certificate policies and standards in compliance with industry best practices.

    + Integrate PKI solutions with enterprise applications, network devices, and cloud services.

    + Monitor PKI infrastructure for performance, availability, and security incidents.

    + Troubleshoot PKI-related issues and provide technical support to internal teams.

    + Collaborate with cybersecurity, network, and application teams to ensure secure configurations.

    + Stay updated on cryptographic standards, compliance requirements, and emerging threats.

    + Document PKI architecture, processes, and operational procedures.

    Required Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.

    + 5+ years of experience in PKI administration and security engineering.

    + Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, X.509 certificates, SSL/TLS, and key management.

    + Hands-on experience with PKI tools (Microsoft ADCS, Venafi, DigiCert, Entrust, etc.).

    + Familiarity with HSMs, OCSP, CRL, and certificate automation.

     

    Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Python) for automation.

     

    Application Accepted: 1/15/202

     

    This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

    Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

    + Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

    + Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

    + 401(k) plan and contributions

    + Long-term/Short-term Disability

    + Paid Parental Leave

    + Employee Stock Purchase Plan

     

    Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

     

    Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration.

     

    If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!

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    Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.