Security Software Data Engineer III

hudsonmanpower; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

hudsonmanpower is seeking a Security Software Data Engineer III to support encryption, certificate lifecycle management, key management, and cryptographic infrastructure for enterprise security. This remote role requires coordinating security, infrastructure, engineering, and business stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience with PKI, encryption technologies, and security automation, with familiarity in Venafi, CyberArk, Fortanix, or HashiCorp Vault preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years IT experience and strong knowledge of encryption technologies.
• Experience with PKI and certificate management.
• Experience with Key Management Systems (KMS).
• Proven ability to lead enterprise security projects and coordinate cross‑functional teams.
• Familiarity with enterprise governance, risk, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise security infrastructure projects from planning through implementation.
• Coordinate security, infrastructure, engineering, and operations teams.
• Manage encryption and certificate lifecycle initiatives.
• Oversee enterprise key management implementations.
• Coordinate PKI activities.
• Ensure project delivery meets quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Communicate with executive sponsors and stakeholders.
• Manage project documentation and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with governance standards.
• Coordinate vendor relationships when required.
• Support security audits and compliance initiatives.
• Resolve cross‑project conflicts and resource constraints.
• Drive continuous improvement across security engineering processes.
• Mentor junior project managers and technical team members.

Skills

Encryption technologies

PKI

Certificate Lifecycle Management

Digital Certificates

Key Management Systems

IAM fundamentals

Enterprise Security Architecture

Cryptographic best practices

Tools

Venafi

CyberArk

Fortanix

HashiCorp Vault

PMP Certification

Agile Project Management

Security automation

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Security Software Data Engineer III to support enterprise security initiatives focused on encryption, certificate lifecycle management, key management, and enterprise cryptographic infrastructure.

This role combines strong technical expertise with project leadership responsibilities, requiring the ability to coordinate complex security initiatives while partnering with engineering, infrastructure, security, and business stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with enterprise encryption technologies, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), certificate management, secrets management, and security automation. Experience with enterprise security platforms such as Venafi, CyberArk, Fortanix, or HashiCorp Vault is highly preferred.

Location: Remote (EST/CST Preferred)
Work Arrangement: Remote
Employment Type: W2 – Full‑Time
Duration: Full‑Time
Work Authorization: Sponsorship not available (F1, H4, and Green Card candidates eligible)
Experience Required: 5+ Years

Key Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise security infrastructure projects from planning through implementation

• Coordinate security, infrastructure, engineering, and operations teams

• Manage encryption and certificate lifecycle initiatives

• Oversee enterprise key management implementations

• Coordinate Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) activities

• Ensure project delivery meets quality, schedule, and budget expectations

• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies

• Communicate with executive sponsors and project stakeholders

• Manage project documentation and reporting

• Ensure compliance with enterprise governance standards

• Coordinate vendor relationships when required

• Support security audits and compliance initiatives

• Resolve cross‑project conflicts and resource constraints

• Drive continuous improvement across security engineering processes

• Mentor junior project managers and technical team members

Technical Focus Areas

Security

• Encryption

• PKI

• Certificate Lifecycle Management

• Key Management Systems (KMS)

• Digital Certificates

• Identity & Access Management (IAM)

• Enterprise Security Architecture

Security Platforms (Preferred)

• Venafi

• CyberArk

• Fortanix

• HashiCorp Vault

Methodologies

• Agile

• DevSecOps

• Enterprise Security Governance

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication

• Executive presentation skills

• Leadership

• Collaboration

• Strategic planning

• Critical thinking

• Risk assessment

• Problem solving

• Organization

• Conflict resolution

• Technical leadership

Required Skills

Enterprise Security

• Encryption technologies

• Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

• Certificate Lifecycle Management

• Digital Certificates

• Key Management Systems (KMS)

• Cryptographic best practices

• Enterprise Security Architecture

• Identity & Access Management (IAM) fundamentals

Project Leadership

• Enterprise project management

• Risk management

• Stakeholder communication

• Executive reporting

• Resource planning

• Cross‑functional team coordination

• Project governance

• Change management

• Vendor management

Documentation

• Project plans

• Technical documentation

• Status reporting

• Risk registers

• Requirements documentation

• Audit documentation

• Executive presentations

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Venafi

• CyberArk

• Fortanix

• HashiCorp Vault

• PMP Certification

• Agile Project Management

• Security compliance frameworks

• Enterprise secrets management

• Security automation

• DevSecOps

Top Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of IT experience

• Strong knowledge of encryption technologies

• Experience with certificates and PKI

• Experience with Key Management Systems (KMS)

• Enterprise project leadership experience

• Strong communication skills

• Technical stakeholder management

• Risk management experience

Preferred

• Venafi

• CyberArk

• Fortanix

• HashiCorp Vault

• PMP Certification

• Agile methodologies

• Enterprise Security Engineering

• DevSecOps exposure