Security Software Data Engineer III

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 Requirements 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 Highlights Remote security engineering role focused on PKI, encryption, certificate lifecycle, KMS, CyberArk/Venafi, project leadership, risk management, and enterprise security initiatives. Originally posted on Himalayas