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Keyfactor Jobs in Santa Clara, CA (NOW HIRING)

PKI Architect

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$75.75 - $98/hr

Microsoft AD CS, Venafi, DigiCert, Entrust, Keyfactor * Familiarity with HSMs, smart cards, and secure key storage solutions * Knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM) and PKI integration

PKI Architect

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$77.25 - $100/hr

Microsoft AD CS, Venafi, DigiCert, Entrust, Keyfactor * Familiarity with HSMs, smart cards, and secure key storage solutions * Knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM) and PKI integration

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What is the difference between Keyfactor vs Security Analyst?

AspectKeyfactorSecurity Analyst
Required CertificationsCertifications like CISSP, CISA, or vendor-specific security certificationsCertifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or GIAC certifications
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in cybersecurity, focusing on encryption, PKI, and digital identity managementIn IT security teams, monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security threats
Industry UsageUsed in cybersecurity firms, enterprises managing digital certificates, and identity solutionsCommon in financial, healthcare, and tech industries for security operations

Keyfactor specialists focus on digital identity management and encryption solutions, while Security Analysts monitor and respond to security threats. Both roles require security certifications and work in cybersecurity environments, but Keyfactor is more specialized in cryptography and certificate management, whereas Security Analysts handle broader security incident response.

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$75.75 - $98/hr

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Job description

Job Title: PKI Architect
Location: Sunnyvale, CA (Hybrid - X days onsite)
Job Type: Contract
Experience: 12+ years in cybersecurity, with at least X years focused on PKI architecture
Job Overview
Key Responsibilities
  • Design and architect scalable PKI solutions to support enterprise security requirements
  • Define and enforce certificate policies, key usage standards, and lifecycle management processes
  • Manage root and subordinate Certificate Authorities (CAs), including hardware security modules (HSMs)
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO, GDPR)
  • Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and application teams to integrate PKI into broader security architecture
  • Conduct risk assessments and recommend improvements to PKI-related processes and technologies
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineering teams on PKI best practices
Required Skills
  • Strong understanding of cryptographic protocols: TLS/SSL, S/MIME, IPsec
  • Certificate formats (X.509) and key management
  • Experience with PKI platforms: Microsoft AD CS, Venafi, DigiCert, Entrust, Keyfactor
  • Familiarity with HSMs, smart cards, and secure key storage solutions
  • Knowledge of Identity and Access Management (IAM) and PKI integration
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
Preferred Skills
  • CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific PKI certifications
  • Cloud-based PKI experience: AWS Certificate Manager, Azure Key Vault
  • DevSecOps practices and automation of certificate management
Location & Work Model
Sunnyvale, CA - Hybrid (X days onsite per week)
Engagement Details
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