Infrastructure Security Engineer - PKI

Gruve; Pune District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative software services startup in Pune is seeking an Infrastructure Security Engineer – PKI Level 2 to join their Device Management team. The ideal candidate will have 2 to 5 years of experience in Infrastructure Security and expertise in PKI administration using tools like AD Cert Services and AppViewX. Responsibilities include managing internal and external PKI deployments, educating stakeholders on certificates, and maintaining documentation. This role requires problem-solving skills and a willingness to work in a 24x7 shift environment.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience in Infrastructure Security.
• CCNA, CCNP, MCSE or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support internal and external PKI deployments.
• Manage PKI infrastructure using administration software.
• Educate stakeholders on certificate requirements.
• Issue certificates from internal and external CAs.
• Document PKI processes and procedures.

Skills

Cryptography

Certificate lifecycle management

CSR generation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Documentation

Understanding of ITIL processes

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or Related field

Tools

AD Cert Services

AppViewX

ServiceNow

Job description

About Gruve

Gruve is an innovative software services startup dedicated to transforming enterprises into AI powerhouses. We specialize in cybersecurity, customer experience, cloud infrastructure, and advanced technologies such as Large Language Models (LLMs). Our mission is to assist our customers in their business strategies utilizing their data to make more intelligent decisions. As a well‑funded early‑stage startup, Gruve offers a dynamic environment with strong customer and partner networks.

Position Summary

We are seeking an Infrastructure Security Engineer – PKI Level 2 for our Device Management team with over 2 to 5 years of experience in the field. The team member will be responsible for administration and BAU of the internal and external PKI deployments. He will overall handle the PKI infrastructure via PKI administration software such as AD Cert Services and AppViewX. The ideal candidate should be well‑versed in change and incident‑management processes and willing to work in a 24×7 shift environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Strong proficiency in cryptography and usage of private and public keys.
• Strong understanding and experience in certificate lifecycle management (SSL/TLS certificate issuance, renewals, and revocations).
• Understanding and hands‑on experience of various methods of CSR generation on different platforms such as Windows, Linux, appliances, etc., and the ability to identify a need for a certificate in an application.
• Educate stakeholders with appropriate certificate requirements such as multi‑domain and wildcards.
• Identify the exact requirement from business and issue certificates from internal CA (MSPKI) and external CA (Sectigo) for different service applications.
• Extensive working knowledge of configurations and maintenance of CLM tools, preferably AppViewX.
• Experience in maintenance and support of PKI such as CA server operations, CRL publishing, templates management, etc.
• Ability to track and bring issues to closure through coordination with several working groups.
• Working knowledge of HSMs and their maintenance/support.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for PKI processes and procedures.
• Provide guidance to other IT staff and end users on PKI related topics.
• Understanding of ITIL processes.
• Understanding and experience with incident, change, and service‑request management on ServiceNow.

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s in one of: Computer Science or Related filed.
• Experience level – 2 to 5 years.
• CCNA, CCNP or MCSE or any other equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience in administration and BAU of the internal and external PKI deployments.
• Overall handling of the PKI infrastructure via PKI administration software such as AD Cert Services and AppViewX.
• Well‑versed in change and incident‑management processes and willingness to work in a 24×7 shift environment.

Why Gruve

At Gruve, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Gruve is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.