DV Cleared PKI Architect - Lead Crypto & Certificates

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 129,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International is seeking a PKI SME for a 12‑month contract in the UK. The role pays £700-£750 per day inside IR35 and requires DV clearance. You’ll join a Defence security team and apply PKI architect skills across high‑profile projects.

Lead PKI architecture, manage certificates and CPS governance, and collaborate with stakeholders to meet project and audit requirements. A proactive, well‑organised professional will thrive in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Deep PKI and cryptography knowledge.
• Experience with CA software and HSM.
• Familiar with certificate policies and RFCs.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Lead PKI architecture and design for multiple high-profile projects.
• Be the PKI SME for various projects, services, and environments.
• Develop PKI technology to meet project requirements.
• Lead on all asymmetric cryptography aspects including X509 and key management.
• Produce CPS documents approved by customers and project teams.
• Manage documentation and artefacts for CPS governance.
• Brief PKI stakeholders on security responsibilities.
• Manage PKI risk and audit readiness.

Skills

PKI architecture

CPS governance

HSM experience

Risk management

Stakeholder comms

Education

TOGAF

MCSE

CCNP

VCAP

Tools

Gemalto HSM

OpenSSL

Java KeyTool

Job description

LA International is seeking a PKI SME for a 12‑month contract in the UK. The role pays £700-£750 per day inside IR35 and requires DV clearance. You’ll join a Defence security team and apply PKI architect skills across high‑profile projects.

Lead PKI architecture, manage certificates and CPS governance, and collaborate with stakeholders to meet project and audit requirements. A proactive, well‑organised professional will thrive in this fast-paced environment.