PKI Systems Administrator

Public Trust: None

Requisition Type: Regular

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.

Job Description

PKI Systems Administrator 

Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a PKI Systems Administrator and you will build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you. 

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT 

As a PKI Systems Administrator, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the customer’s mission.  

• Manage, maintain, and monitor all PKI systems and infrastructure. 

• Administer and manage digital certificates, including issuance, renewal, and revocation. 

• Troubleshoot and resolve PKI-related issues in a timely manner. 

• Develop and enforce PKI-related policies, procedures, and best practices. 

• Conduct periodic audits of the PKI environment to ensure reliability and effectiveness. 

• Maintain up-to-date documentation of PKI configuration, processes, and workflows. 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED 

Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The PKI Systems Administrator must have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.  Experience may be substituted for education. 

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.  

• Strong understanding of public/private key cryptography and digital certificates. 

• Hands-on experience in managing certificate authorities (CAs), registration authorities (RAs), and hardware security modules (HSMs). 

• Experience with PKI tools and technologies. 

• Knowledge of industry standards and protocols (e.g., X.509, TLS/SSL, OCSP, CRLs). 

• Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python, or similar). 

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. 

REQUIRED 

• Clearance - must be willing to obtain: Top Secret and SCI eligible 

• Location: Onsite 

• Required: US Citizenship 

• Required: DoD 8140 IAT II compliant 

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE 

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. 

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities 

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals 

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay and paid time off 

• Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at 

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace 

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY 

Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward. 

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

5 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

Less than 10%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required