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Security PKI Expert - Contract - Melbourne

Hastha SolutionsMelbourne, Victoria🇦🇺AustraliaPosted 14 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This contract role offers a fantastic opportunity to manage and evolve enterprise PKI infrastructure, gaining hands-on experience with critical security technologies. You'll thrive here if you have a strong background in PKI, X.509 certificates, and CLM tools, and enjoy troubleshooting and automating complex security processes. Apply now to contribute your expertise in this hybrid Melbourne-based position.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Job Description

Security PKI Expert - Contract - Melbourne

Melbourne, Australia

Urgentrequirement of Security PKI Expert - Contract - Melbourne

Requirements Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and support enterprise PKI infrastructure .
  • Manage the complete certificate lifecycle , including issuance, renewal, deployment and revocation.
  • Support Root CA and Subordinate CA environments.
  • Manage and troubleshoot X.509 certificates, SSL/TLS and certificate chains .
  • Support Microsoft ADCS and enterprise Certificate Authorities.
  • Work with HSM (Hardware Security Modules) for secure key management.
  • Manage certificate lifecycle using tools such as Venafi, AppViewX or other CLM tools .
  • Troubleshoot certificate and PKI-related incidents.
  • Support PKI integration with applications, IAM, cloud and enterprise systems.
  • Monitor certificate expiry and ensure timely renewal.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, SOPs and operational procedures.
  • Provide L2/L3 support and perform root-cause analysis.
  • Automate PKI activities using PowerShell, Python or Bash where required.
Required Skills
  • Strong knowledge of PKI and Cryptography .
  • Good understanding of X.509 certificates .
  • Experience with Certificate Lifecycle Management (CLM) .
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft ADCS .
  • Knowledge of Root CA, Sub CA, CRL and OCSP .
  • Knowledge of SSL/TLS .
  • Experience with HSM is preferred.
  • Experience with Venafi / AppViewX / Keyfactor is preferred.
  • Basic scripting knowledge in PowerShell, Python or Bash .
  • Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Good communication and customer-facing skills.
Qualification
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in PKI / Cyber Security / Certificate Management.

Duration: 06 Monthsandpossible extension

Eligibility:Australian/NZCitizens/PR Holders only

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