DigiCert

PKI Compliance and Automation Engineer

DigiCert

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Tech Stack

GoJavaPython

About the role

  • Code & Config Compliance Reviews (PKI-specific): Validate code against CA/B Forum BRs, EV Guidelines, S/MIME BRs, Root Program policies, RFC 5280, and CP/CPS.
  • Support development of policy-as-code rules under guidance from senior engineers.
  • Help integrate compliance checks into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Participate in building automated evidence collection for audits.
  • Implement validators and monitors for certificate lifecycle operations to ensure continuous compliance.
  • Collaborate with team to improve developer experience and reduce false positives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Security, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2+ years of experience in software development, security, or compliance engineering.
  • Ability to read and understand code (Python, Go, Java, or similar languages).
  • Familiarity with PKI concepts (certificate lifecycle, Domain Control Verification methods) and eagerness to learn CA/Browser Forum standards.
  • Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and willingness to learn compliance automation tools.
  • Curiosity and willingness to learn PKI compliance engineering.
  • Standards Translation: Turn industry policies into precise policy-as-code.
  • Technical Analysis: Parse complex issuance code paths, DCV implementations, and profile renderers.
  • Basic understanding of security principles and automation mindset to build reliable shift-left guardrails that block non-compliance pre-merge and pre-issuance.
  • Attention to detail when reviewing code and configurations.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Benefits
  • Generous time off policies
  • Top shelf benefits
  • Education, wellness and lifestyle support
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
PythonGoJavapolicy-as-codeCI/CD pipelinescompliance automationcertificate lifecyclestandards translationtechnical analysissecurity principles
Soft Skills
attention to detailstrong communicationteam collaborationcuriositywillingness to learn
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Software EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Information Security