PKI Specialist (Future Key Manager)

Overview A global digital trust and cybersecurity organization is seeking an Assistant Key Manager to join its PKI and key management function. This is a structured succession role designed to develop into a future management position through direct mentorship, hands-on exposure, and a defined 3-Year career progression plan to Manager. The successful candidate will gradually take ownership of PKI operations, certificate lifecycle management, governance processes, and cryptographic key management activities. Key Responsibilities • Support the day-to-day operation of PKI and Certificate Authority (CA) environments. • Manage certificate lifecycle activities, including issuance, renewal, revocation, and inventory management. • Participate in key management processes, key ceremonies, and secure operational procedures. • Support HSM-related activities and cryptographic controls. • Maintain policies, procedures, documentation, and compliance records. • Assist with audits, governance reviews, and regulatory requirements. • Drive process improvements and operational excellence initiatives. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and technical teams. • Act as a backup to the Key Manager and progressively take on greater ownership of the function. Ideal Background • 4 to 5 years of experience in technology, infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, systems administration, or related fields. • Foundational knowledge of PKI, digital certificates, cryptography, or certificate lifecycle management. • Experience in structured and process-driven environments. • Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills. • Stable career history and long-term interest in developing deep expertise within PKI and digital trust. • Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline. Nice to Have • Hands-on PKI operations experience. • HSM exposure. • Certificate Authority (CA) environments. • Cryptography or digital trust technologies. • Security governance, compliance, audit, or regulatory experience. • CISSP certification or intention to pursue CISSP (sponsored) Career Opportunity • Direct mentoring by an experienced Key Manager. • Structured 3-year development and succession plan. • Opportunity to become the future owner of the PKI and key management function. • Clear path toward a management-level position with significant career growth Jaspreet Kaur Sran (R22109724) JAC Recruitment Pte. Ltd. (90C3026)