Charles Schwab

Senior PKI Security Engineer

Charles Schwab • $120K — $145K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years in security engineering, infrastructure engineering, PKI engineering, cryptography, or software engineering.
  • Hands-on experience with Public Key Infrastructure, Certificate Authorities, and certificate lifecycle management.
  • Proficient in Data Encryption practices, including TLS/SSL certificates and key management.
  • Skilled in Python, PowerShell, Java, or Bash for automation tasks.
  • Experience with API integrations and operational workflows in large enterprises.
  • Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities for complex security issues.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
  • Familiarity with Linux and Windows Server Administration.

Responsibilities

  • Modernize Schwab’s Public Key Infrastructure platform.
  • Strengthen the provisioning, renewal, monitoring, and protection of digital certificates.
  • Build automation and integrations to enhance certificate visibility and platform resilience.
  • Resolve complex certificate, authentication, and cryptographic issues.
  • Establish scalable implementation patterns for reliable PKI services.
  • Support secure application onboarding across various teams.
  • Advance Schwab’s cryptography capabilities through collaboration.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic cybersecurity environment.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge cryptographic technologies.
  • Collaboration with diverse teams across the organization.
  • Participation in a rotating on-call schedule for 24x7 support.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

Schwab’s Security Analytics and Operations organization protects the technology and trust services that enable secure connections across the enterprise. As a Senior PKI Security Engineer, you will help modernize Schwab’s Public Key Infrastructure platform and strengthen the provisioning, renewal, monitoring, and protection of digital certificates.

 

You will use Cybersecurity, Data Encryption, API, and Technical Troubleshooting skills to build automation, integrations, monitoring, and operational controls that improve certificate visibility, platform resilience, and secure application onboarding. Your Problem Solving and Decision-Making skills will help resolve complex certificate, authentication, cryptographic, and trust-related issues while reducing operational risk.

 

Working across architecture, infrastructure, cloud, DevOps, application, and security teams, you will apply Collaboration, Communication, and Adaptability to establish scalable implementation patterns, support reliable PKI services, and advance Schwab’s future-state cryptography capabilities.

What you have

Required qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience in security engineering, infrastructure engineering, PKI engineering, cryptography, software engineering, or a related technology role
  • Hands-on experience supporting Public Key Infrastructure, Certificate Authorities, certificate lifecycle management, TLS/SSL certificates, key management, certificate chains, and enterprise trust stores
  • Experience applying Data Encryption practices, including ciphers, certificate revocation, mutual TLS, key protection, secure certificate deployment, and troubleshooting
  • Experience using Python, PowerShell, Java, Bash, or a comparable programming or scripting language to automate operational work
  • Experience developing or supporting API integrations, automation, monitoring, and operational workflows in a large enterprise environment
  • Ability to apply Technical Troubleshooting and Problem Solving to complex certificates, authentication, cryptographic, and trust-related issues
  • Ability to use Communication and Collaboration when partnering with engineering, architecture, infrastructure, operations, and security stakeholders
  • Linux and Windows Server Administration experience
  • Ability to participate in a rotating on-call schedule supporting a 24x7 environment

 

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience with Venafi, CyberArk Certificate Manager, Trust Protection Platform, DigiCert, Microsoft Active Directory Certificate Services, EJBCA, or a comparable certificate management platform
  • Experience designing or supporting highly available security platforms within financial services, regulated industries, or large enterprise environments
  • Experience with authentication and federation technologies, including OAuth, OpenID Connect, SAML 2.0, multifactor authentication, and Active Directory
  • Experience using monitoring and observability tools for certificate discovery, expiration alerting, service health monitoring, metrics, log analysis, dashboards, and operational reporting
  • Familiarity with Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, audit expectations, and security controls related to cryptography and certificate lifecycle management
  • Working knowledge of Windows and Linux Operating Systems
  • Ability to provide Technical Leadership, mentor team members, and influence implementation patterns that improve reliability and reduce operational risk
  • Adaptability when responding to evolving security requirements, technologies, priorities, and enterprise risks
  • Familiarity with post-quantum cryptography and the future direction of enterprise cryptographic services
  • Experience in creating clear technical documentation and audience-focused reporting

In addition to the salary range, this role is eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.

About Charles Schwab

Charles Schwab is a financial services company that provides a full range of securities, brokerage, banking, money management, financial advisory, investor, and retirement plan services. It operates in four main divisions; investing, wealth management, banking, and trading. Charles Schwab provides a full-service brokerage platform that serves individual investors who invest on their own or through a workplace-sponsored retirement or equity plan, as well as banking through Schwab Bank. The firm was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Charles Schwab Careers

Join the vibrant team at Charles Schwab, a leader in global finance, where your career is propelled by innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and professional growth. At Charles Schwab, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for you to make a significant impact on the industry and our clients' lives.

Work You’ll Do

At Charles Schwab, we are dedicated to helping our clients manage their financial futures. Being part of our team means you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the financial services industry. Our culture thrives on teamwork, integrity, and relentless dedication to our clients. Whether you're looking for a position in financial consulting, technology, or administrative support, Charles Schwab offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead through innovation. Charles Schwab’s commitment to technology and innovation is fundamental to our service delivery. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of developing new solutions that redefine the future of finance. Your leadership can guide significant projects that impact our company and the industry.

Grow Your Career

Charles Schwab believes in fostering the growth of its employees. Whether through professional development programs, diversity training, or leadership workshops, we ensure that our team members receive the support and training they need to advance their careers. With a variety of career paths available, your job at Schwab can evolve with your interests and expertise.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your professional journey with Charles Schwab through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We seek individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. A career at Schwab is not just about having a job; it's about building a lasting relationship with a company that values your potential.

Benefits and Culture

Charles Schwab is renowned for its employee-friendly culture. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our team members. From competitive salaries and bonuses to health insurance and retirement plans, Schwab ensures that your career is as rewarding as it is enriching.

Networking and Professional Development

Expand your professional network and enhance your skills through our various networking events, mentorship programs, and training sessions. At Charles Schwab, we believe in leveraging collective expertise to foster learning and innovation. Engage with leaders, gain insights from experienced professionals, and build relationships that will aid your career trajectory.

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Learn more about Charles Schwab
Size
34,200 employees
Market Cap
$151.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.2 billion
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.1 billion
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