PKI Security Architect & Governance Specialist
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Swift · Brussels Area, BelgiumPrepare for this interview
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About the role
We're the world's leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value - across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we're proud to support the global economy. We're unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value - a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We're always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.
Responsibilities
- Develop a comprehensive security strategy and design a future-proof security architecture for mission-critical PKI infrastructures.
- Lead and oversee the strategic transition of PKI infrastructure to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) , ensuring cryptographic agility while maintaining robust security requirements and controls.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards , support audit reviews and risk assessments, and proactively monitor the evolving threat and regulatory landscape.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on PKI security, governance, and compliance . Provide authoritative guidance and keep the organization abreast of latest trends, technologies, and industry best practices.
- Manage stakeholders and collaborate closely with IT and Operations teams responsible for deploying and operating the PKI infrastructures to ensure alignment with security and governance requirements.
- What you need to be successful
- Master's degree in information technology, computer science, cybersecurity, or a closely related discipline.
- Robust background in cybersecurity, with at least 15 years of professional experience in PKI security architecture and governance , and a proven track record supporting mission-critical infrastructures.
- Extensive experience in developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive PKI governance frameworks, policies and processes , and related documentation.
- Expert-level PKI knowledge and demonstrated experience with Certification Authorities, X.509 digital certificates, certificate lifecycle management, certificate revocation lists, key management, hardware security modules, digital signatures, non-repudiation, and associated technologies.
- Thorough understanding and practical application of industry regulations and compliance standards relevant to PKI.
- Proficient in both classic and post-quantum cryptography (PQC), including asymmetric algorithms and related cryptographic protocols and standards.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of clearly conveying complex technical concepts to non-specialists and senior stakeholders.
- Demonstrated drive, dynamism, and strong results orientation, with a proven ability to manage high-stakes, mission-critical projects effectively.
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