The posting
Overview
A global digital trust and cybersecurity organization is seeking an Assistant Key Manager to join its PKI and key management function. This is a structured succession role designed to develop into a future management position through direct mentorship, hands-on exposure, and a defined 3-Year career progression plan to Manager.
The successful candidate will gradually take ownership of PKI operations, certificate lifecycle management, governance processes, and cryptographic key management activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day operation of PKI and Certificate Authority (CA) environments.
- Manage certificate lifecycle activities, including issuance, renewal, revocation, and inventory management.
- Participate in key management processes, key ceremonies, and secure operational procedures.
- Support HSM-related activities and cryptographic controls.
- Maintain policies, procedures, documentation, and compliance records.
- Assist with audits, governance reviews, and regulatory requirements.
- Drive process improvements and operational excellence initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and technical teams.
- Act as a backup to the Key Manager and progressively take on greater ownership of the function.
Ideal Background
- 4 to 5 years of experience in technology, infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, systems administration, or related fields.
- Foundational knowledge of PKI, digital certificates, cryptography, or certificate lifecycle management.
- Experience in structured and process-driven environments.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Stable career history and long-term interest in developing deep expertise within PKI and digital trust.
- Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
Nice to Have
- Hands-on PKI operations experience.
- HSM exposure.
- Certificate Authority (CA) environments.
- Cryptography or digital trust technologies.
- Security governance, compliance, audit, or regulatory experience.
- CISSP certification or intention to pursue CISSP (sponsored)
Career Opportunity
- Direct mentoring by an experienced Key Manager.
- Structured 3-year development and succession plan.
- Opportunity to become the future owner of the PKI and key management function.
- Clear path toward a management-level position with significant career growth
Jaspreet Kaur Sran (R22109724)
JAC Recruitment Pte. Ltd. (90C3026)



