PKI Governance Specialist

**** MAJOR BANKING CLIENT IS HIRING FOR A PKI GOVERNANACE SPECIALIST IN CHICAGO, IL OR DENVER, CO ****

Job Titl e:  PKI Governanace Specialist

Location:  Chicago, IL OR Denver, CO
Work Arrangement:  5 day onsite
Client Industry:  Fortune 500 Client
Duration:  12-24 Months Contract to Hire
Schedule:  Monday to Friday

About the Role

This role is responsible for leading and supporting enterprise-wide governance efforts related to cryptographic technologies and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). The specialist will serve as a subject matter expert in crypto governance, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards, internal policies, and risk management frameworks. Key responsibilities include defining governance models, managing crypto and PKI lifecycle processes, and partnering with engineering and compliance teams to ensure secure and compliant implementations. 

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for cryptographic governance and PKI lifecycle management.
  
• Define and maintain enterprise crypto and PKI governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
  
• Oversee key management processes including generation, rotation, archival, and destruction.
  
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure cryptographic implementations align with governance requirements.
  
• Lead efforts to assess and mitigate risks associated with cryptographic systems and PKI.
  
• Interface with internal audit, risk, and compliance teams to support assessments and regulatory reviews.
  
• Monitor and report on crypto and PKI compliance metrics and control effectiveness.
  
• Evaluate vendor solutions for crypto and PKI compliance and integration.
  
• Stay current with evolving cryptographic standards, including Post-Quantum Cryptography.
  
• Provide guidance and mentorship to technical teams on crypto governance best practices.
  

What We’re Looking For

• Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, PKI architecture, and key lifecycle management.
  
• Experience with governance frameworks and regulatory standards (e.g., NIST, ISO, PCI-DSS).
  
• 
  Familiarity with TLS, SSH, and other secure communication protocols.

• Knowledge of Post-Quantum Cryptography and its governance implications.
  
• Experience with cloud-based key management and protection strategies.
  
• Excellent communication skills for engaging technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  
• Proven ability to manage risk and compliance deliverables in a complex environment.
  
• Experience supporting audit exams and risk assessments.
  
• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, compliance, and vendor teams.
  
• Agile delivery experience preferred.
  
• Basic coding knowledge (includes scripting) and understanding of SDLC process.
  

Skills:

• Governance and Compliance
  
• Risk Management
  
• Cryptographic Lifecycle Management
  
• 
  PKI Architecture understanding

• Stakeholder Engagement
  
• Technical Strategy Development
  
• Cybersecurity
  
• Critical Thinking
  
• Solution Design
  
• Vendor Management
  
• DevOps Practices
  
• Test Engineering
  
• Collaboration
  

Compensation

Hourly Rate:  $65-$68 per hour 
This range reflects base compensation and may vary based on location, market conditions, experience, and candidate qualifications.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable)
 

About Us

At Collabera, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in talent solutions, we provide opportunities to work with top organizations, cutting-edge technologies, and dynamic teams. Our culture thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. With continuous learning, career growth, and a people-first approach, we empower you to achieve your full potential. Join us and be part of a company that values passion, integrity, and making an impact. 

Ready to Apply?

Apply now or reach out to Mansi Taparia at [email protected] OR (980) 301 9405 for more information. We look forward to speaking with you!