PKI / CLM Network Automation Engineer-CST or EST Timezones

Zeektek; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled PKI / CLM Network Automation Engineer to join their remote team. This exciting role involves building and maintaining data communication networks, optimizing processes, and ensuring effective network operations. You will work on critical projects, including migrating from legacy systems and implementing automation solutions. With a focus on collaboration and agility, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful network automation efforts. If you have a strong background in PKI and network management, this is a fantastic chance to advance your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in PKI/CLM.
• Hands-on experience with network automation and management.

Responsibilities

• Manage PKI/CLM certificate issuance and revocation.
• Participate in daily stand-ups and sprint retrospectives.

Skills

Storage Area Network (SAN)

Cisco Firewalls

LAN/WAN/SAN management

MPLS, ATM, Frame Relay, SONET

QoS and traffic priorities implementation

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or business field

Tools

Jira

InfoBlox

Job description

PKI / CLM Network Automation Engineer - CST or EST Timezones

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

This range is provided by Zeektek. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$53.00/hr - $55.00/hr

We have a 6-month contract-to-hire position open for a PKI / CLM Network Automation Engineer. The position is 100% remote.

The working hours are Central Time, with a preference for candidates in the Central, then Eastern, then Pacific time zones.

Position Purpose:

Builds and maintains data communication networks, optimizing processes, procedures, and standards for effective data network operation, specifically LAN/WAN, mobility, and third-party network management. Monitors network performance, coordinates planned maintenance, adjusts hardware components, and responds to network connectivity issues.

Education/Experience:

A Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or business field (e.g., statistics, mathematics, engineering, computer science).

Requires 4–6 years of related experience or equivalent knowledge and skills reflective of this level.

Technical Skills:

• Experience with Storage Area Network (SAN)
• Experience with Cisco Firewalls
• Experience with enterprise-wide network projects, fault-tolerant LAN/WAN/SANs, and disaster recovery
• Experience with MPLS, ATM, Frame Relay, and SONET network deployments
• Implementation and design of QoS and traffic priorities

Soft Skills:

• Intermediate knowledge, eager to acquire more in the area of specialty
• Ability to identify problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions
• Ability to work independently
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• High accuracy under pressure
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills

Story Behind the Need

The team focuses on network automation with an emphasis on PKI/CLM. They leverage an AGILE workflow, utilizing Jira. The major project involves migrating off a legacy certificate authority, supporting current CA operations, and implementing certificate automation.

No additional hiring needs are anticipated beyond this role at this time.

Typical Day in the Role

• Responsibilities include PKI/CLM certificate issuance/revocation, request fulfillment, change management, and DevOps tasks.
• Serve as escalation point for SSL certificate requests, assisting with certificate migration projects.
• Participate in daily stand-ups, bi-weekly team meetings, and sprint retrospectives.

Candidate Requirements

Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. 4+ years of relevant experience. Hands-on PKI/CLM experience is required.

Preferred Skills: Strong communication, self-starter attitude, ability to work independently and collaboratively. Hard skills: PKI, InfoBlox.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Other

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting