PKI & Hardware Security Module (HSM) Engineer
Nationwide IT Services · Fairfax, VA
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PKI & Hardware Security Module (HSM) Engineer Fairfax, VA Full Time Mid Level Share PKI & Hardware Security Module (HSM) Engineer Clearance: Active Secret required Place of Performance: Fairfax, VA (On-site) | Full-Time, Permanent Position Overview Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking an experienced Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)& Hardware Security Module (HSM) Engineer to support the NATO Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Pilot Project. This hands-on engineer will modernize enterprise public key infrastructure, implement hybrid classical and post-quantum certificates, integrate HSMs for secure key management, and support a disciplined cryptographic migration. The role also helps develop repeatable capabilities in PKI modernization, crypto-agility, and PQC implementation. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, deploy, and operate enterprise PKI using Microsoft AD CS, EJBCA, or equivalent systems, including CA hierarchies, certificate lifecycles, CRL/OCSP, and CP/CPS policies.Integrate and administer HSMs such as Thales Luna or Entrust nShield, including partitioning, in-HSM key generation, backup/cloning, PED authentication, and firmware management.Implement hybrid X.509 certificates combining classical and post-quantum cryptography (ML-DSA / ML-KEM); evaluate hybrid versus composite approaches.Plan and execute key ceremonies under dual-control and split-knowledge procedures; maintain scripts, witness records, and audit evidence.Support FIPS 140-3 module use and prepare RMF/ATO security evidence.Create phased CA and certificate cutover plans, rollback criteria, and go/no-go evidence.Troubleshoot TLS/mTLS, code signing, S/MIME, and application authentication integrations.Document architecture, SOPs, and configuration baselines for customer and NATO stakeholder review.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, or related field; equivalent demonstrated experience accepted.5+ years of engineering or operating enterprise PKI in production, including CA deployment, hierarchy management, and lifecycle automation.Hands-on HSM administration, including key lifecycle, partitioning, multi-person authentication, and backup/restore.Experience executing key ceremonies with dual control and audit/witness requirements.Working knowledge of ML-KEM, ML-DSA, SLH-DSA, NIST FIPS 203/204/205, and CNSA 2.0 migration timelines.Experience with X.509, TLS/mTLS, CRL/OCSP, enterprise certificate integration, and Python and/or PowerShell.Active U.S. Secret security clearance; U.S. person status required.Required CertificationsCompTIA Security+ at minimum (CISSP or CISM strongly preferred).At least one vendor HSM certification (such as Thales Luna or Entrust nShield) OR documented equivalent hands-on HSM administration experience.Preferred QualificationsPrevious PQC pilot or hybrid-certificate implementation experience.NATO, federal, classified, or highly regulated environment experience.RMF/ATO documentation and FIPS 140-3 or Common Criteria exposure.PKI-specific AD CS or EJBCA training; CCSP, GSEC, or GCIH certification.Advanced education or training in cryptography or applied mathematics.Top Secret/SCI clearance or NATO Secret eligibility.Additional RequirementsWork on-site in Fairfax, Virginia; occasional travel as required by the pilot. About Nationwide IT Services NIS is a CVE-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and an IT and management consulting company. Our mission is...
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