Cryptography PKI Engineer

BNY; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BNY is seeking a Cryptography PKI Engineer to join its Cybersecurity team. The role supports PKI across the enterprise, partners with cross-functional teams, and maintains certificate lifecycles with Venafi and related tooling.

The ideal candidate has a BS in cybersecurity, CISSP and Venafi credentials, 5+ years of PKI experience, and hands-on expertise with HSMs, KMS, cloud PKI, scripting, and automation. Location options include Lake Mary, FL or Pittsburgh, PA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or related fields.
• CISSP and Venafi Security Administrator certifications.
• 5+ years of large-scale enterprise PKI experience.
• Hands-on with PKI tools: Venafi, HSMs, KMS.
• Experience with cloud-based PKI and certificate automation.

Responsibilities

• Implement and support PKI solutions across the enterprise.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define certificate use cases.
• Integrate certificates with Certificate Lifecycle Management platforms.
• Create architecture, system build, procedures, and documentation.
• Respond to requests from users, Internal Audit, and Regulators regarding PKI.

Skills

PKI engineering

CISSP

Venafi

HSMs

KMS

Cloud PKI

Programming

Scripting

Automation

Cryptography

Regulatory standards

PQC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or related fields

Tools

Venafi Platform

Job description

Cryptography PKI Engineer At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance — and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Cryptography PKI Engineer to join our Cybersecurity team. This role is in Lake Mary, FL or Pittsburgh, PA.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

• Implement and support Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) solutions across the BNY Enterprise.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to determine certificate use cases.
• Integrate digital certificates with the Certificate Lifecycle Management platform.
• Create architecture, system build, procedures, and knowledge articles documentation.
• Respond to requests from users, Internal Audit, and Federal Regulators on BNY PKI.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or related fields.
• Certifications: CISSP, Venafi Security Administrator.
• 5+ years of large-scale enterprise PKI experience.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with the following:
  • Certificate Lifecycle Management platforms, including Venafi.
  • HSMs and Key Management Systems (KMS).
  • Cloud-based PKI solutions.
  • Programming and scripting used with PKI.
  • Automation of certificate requests.
• Knowledge of the following:
  • Cryptographic algorithms and key management.
  • Secure protocols and certificates.
  • Quantum Computing and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC).
  • Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance standards (GDPR, DORA, NIST, and ISO 27001).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Here’s a few of our recent awards:

• America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
• World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
• “Most Just Companies", Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.