Infrastructure Security Engineer - HSM & PKI

Help AG; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Dubai is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to lead the management and integration of secure key management systems and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) services. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in security engineering, strong Linux administration skills, and expertise with Thales HSMs and DigiCert ONE. This role offers a flexible working environment and various benefits including health insurance and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health insurance

Career progression

Employee wellness campaigns

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible/Hybrid working environment

Annual flight tickets to home country

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or security engineering roles.
• Strong proficiency in Linux administration, scripting, and automation.
• Hands-on experience with PKI systems and CLM platforms.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and manage Thales Hardware Security Modules (HSMs).
• Operate and maintain PKI and Certificate Lifecycle Management systems.
• Administer Linux servers and ensure stability.

Skills

Linux administration

Scripting (Bash, Python)

PKI systems management

Thales HSM expertise

Information security certifications

Tools

DigiCert ONE

Thales HSMs

Job description

Overview

Help AG is looking for a Senior SecurityEngineer - HSM & PKI to lead the management and integration of secure key management systems and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) services. This role focuses on maintaining high-security standards using Thales Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), PKI platforms such as DigiCert ONE, and Linux-based server environments.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and manage Thales Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) for secure key storage and encryption operations.
• Operate and maintain PKI and Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems, preferably DigiCert ONE.
• Administer Linux servers, ensuring stability, patching, performance, and automation via scripting tools like Bash or Python.
• Perform regular system upgrades, apply patches, and maintain thorough documentation of changes.
• Provide timely support for infrastructure incidents and service requests.
• Ensure high availability, redundancy, and optimal performance of core systems in accordance with enterprise standards.

Qualifications and Skills

• 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or security engineering roles.
• Strong proficiency in Linux administration, scripting, and automation.
• Hands-on experience with PKI systems and CLM platforms, with preference for DigiCert ONE.
• Proven expertise with Thales HSMs or similar enterprise-grade key management systems.
• Relevant certifications in PKI, HSM, or information security technologies (e.g., DigiCert Certified Specialist, Thales HSM certification, CompTIA Security+, etc.).

Benefits

• Health insurance with one of the leading global providers for medical insurance.
• Career progression and growth through challenging projects and work.
• Employee engagement and wellness campaigns activities throughout the year.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.
• Inclusive and diverse working environment.
• Flexible/Hybrid working environment.
• Annual flight tickets to home country.
• Open door policy.

About Us

Help AG is the cybersecurity arm of e& enterprise (formerly Etisalat Digital) and provides leading enterprise businesses across the Middle East with strategic consultancy combined with tailored information security solutions and services that address their diverse requirements, enabling them to evolve securely with a competitive edge.

Present in the Middle East since 2004, Help AG was strategically acquired by e& (formerly Etisalat Group) in 2020, hence creating a cybersecurity and digital transformation powerhouse in the region.

Help AG has firmly established itself as the region's trusted IT security advisor by remaining vendor-agnostic, trustworthy, independent, and maintaining its focus on all aspects of cybersecurity. With best of breed technologies from industry-leading vendor partners, expertly qualified service delivery teams and a state-of-the-art consulting practice, Help AG delivers unmatched value to its customers by strengthening their cyber defenses and safeguarding their business.