PKI Auditor

Peraton

$112K — $179K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience with BS/BA; 6+ years with MS/MA; 3+ years with Ph.D. or 12 years experience with HS diploma.
  • Security+ or comparable IA Cybersecurity certification required within 30 days of hire.
  • Proficiency in Windows, UNIX, and Networking environments.
  • Experience as a PKI Auditor with RA/LRA functions in alignment with DOD standards.
  • Strong knowledge of Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM).
  • Understanding of ICAM principles for resource access and organizational objectives.
  • Willingness to travel extensively in CONUS and OCONUS; compliance with travel policies required.
  • Active TS clearance with the ability to obtain SCI; U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct PKI Audits at various locations, both on-site and virtually.
  • Audit DOD and National Security Systems (NSS) alongside Non-Person Entity (NPE) and Common Service Provider (CSP) PKI assets.
  • Analyze compliance against requirements and identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
  • Prepare briefings and reports based on audit findings.
  • Report on specific audit types as per the PKI Audit Process Guide.
  • Develop and maintain SOPs, TTPs, checklists, and guides for audits and inspections.
  • Support training and certification of new auditors through a structured process.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
  • Retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Paid time off and holiday leave.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Flexible work arrangements, depending on role requirements.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Peraton seeks a PKI Auditor to support DCDC by conducting the team's Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Inspections and Audits in support of the Red Team assessments. Location: Fort Meade, MD.

Tasks include:
  • Conduct Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Audits at CONUS, OCONUS, and DOD mission partner locations. These may be on-site or virtual from designated Government Facilities.
  • Conduct PKI audits on DOD and National Security Systems (NSS), Non-Person Entity (NPE) and Common Service Provider (CSP) PKI assets
  • Provide technical assistance, perform analysis of practice statement requirements against the audited entities actual activities, discover cyber security vulnerabilities, provide input to the Audit Lead for the in/exit brief, daily status reports (DSR), and hotwashes.
  • Develop PKI Audit Briefings/Reports/Letters and scoping as requested.
  • Prepare, Perform and Report on each Audit Type (e.g., CA, OCSP, RA, LRA) outlined in the JD PKI Audit Process Guide as appropriate to ensure supporting multiple facets of the audit process and guarantee that technical expertise is properly represented.
  • Develop and maintain cybersecurity vulnerability review, inspection, and audit SOPs, TTPs, checklists, and guides.
  • Support on-the-job training and certify new auditors via a codified process.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with Ph.D. Will consider HS with 12 years of experience.
  • Must have a Security+ or comparable IA Cybersecurity certification, or must complete within 30 days of employment.
  • Must have Windows, UNIX, and Networking proficiency.
  • Experience as a PKI Auditor with Registration Authority (RA)/Local Registration authority (LRA) and the DOD Registration Practice Statement (RPS) and Certificate Practice Statement (CPS).
  • Strong understanding of Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) policies, procedures, tools, and systems.
  • Knowledge of how ICAM enables the right individual to access the right resource, at the right time, for the right reason in support of business mission objectives.
  • Able to support extensive travel - CONUS and OCONUS. Must comply with the Peraton and contract travel procedures.
  • Active TS clearance with ability to obtain SCI.
  • U.S Citizenship required.


Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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