Cryptography Engineer

TEKsystems; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 103,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

PTO / Leave

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a Security Engineer in Chicago to support cryptography, encryption, and enterprise key management across large-scale environments. The role focuses on HSM and KMS administration, data protection, and cryptographic controls.

Required experience includes HSM technologies, KMIP, PKCS#11, and cloud security services, with automation via PowerShell or Python. This is a contract position onsite in Chicago, IL.

Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise cryptographic infrastructure and key lifecycle management.
• Hands-on work with HSMs and KMIP/PKCS#11 cryptographic APIs.
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows administration.
• Automation skills with PowerShell and/or Python.
• Familiarity with cloud security services and containerized environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support cryptographic services and key management platforms.
• Administer and maintain HSM and KMS solutions, including key lifecycles.
• Implement encryption, tokenization, and data protection controls.
• Collaborate with application, cloud, and security teams on cryptographic requirements.
• Automate operational tasks using PowerShell and Python.
• Support platform upgrades, patches, vulnerability remediation, and compliance.

Skills

Cryptography

Key Management

HSM Administration

PowerShell

Python

Cloud Security

Tools

Thales Luna

payShield

CipherTrust

CloudHSM

Job description

Security Engineer - Cryptography & Key Management

We're seeking a Security Engineer with hands-on experience in cryptography, encryption, and enterprise key management. This role will focus on supporting and enhancing HSM, KMS, and data protection solutions across enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support enterprise cryptographic services and key management platforms.
• Administer and maintain HSM and KMS solutions, including key lifecycle management.
• Implement encryption, tokenization, secrets management, and data protection controls.
• Partner with application, cloud, and security teams to define cryptographic requirements and controls.
• Automate operational processes using PowerShell, Python, and related tools.
• Support platform upgrades, patching, vulnerability remediation, and compliance initiatives.
• Contribute to cloud-native security, certificate management, and Zero Trust programs.

Required Experience

• Enterprise key management, encryption, and cryptographic infrastructure.
• HSM technologies such as Thales Luna, payShield, CipherTrust, CloudHSM, or comparable platforms.
• KMIP, PKCS#11, cryptographic APIs, and encryption standards.
• Linux and Windows administration.
• PowerShell and/or Python automation.
• Cloud security services, KMS solutions, and containerized environments.
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and security best practices.

Preferred

• Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker, Helm, Terraform, or Ansible.
• Database encryption technologies (SQL Server TDE, Oracle TDE, PostgreSQL).
• Splunk, Dynatrace, or similar monitoring tools.
• Banking, payments, or highly regulated industry experience.
• Exposure to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and crypto-agility initiatives.

This is an opportunity to join a highly collaborative security team supporting critical cryptographic and data protection services in a large-scale enterprise environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $80.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands‑on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.