Crypto Analyst- Cryptographic Keys

Overview

BRMi is seeking an Analyst with experience in Cryptograhic Keys for focusing on solving specialized IT issues or improving specific technologies within an organization, such as server optimization, database performance, or cloud computing1. Expertise in specific IT areas (e.g., cloud, databases)2. Analytical thinking and troubleshooting skills3. Experience with technical tools and platforms

This team member will support the deployment, documentation, and operationalization of a cryptographic key inventory management solution. This solution aligns with our customer's Standard and is designed to improve PCI DSS/NCUA compliance, reduce operational risk, and enable lifecycle tracking of cryptographic key artifacts. The contractor will assist in requirements validation, ServiceNow configuration, inventory mapping, audit readiness, and knowledge transfer to operational support teams.

Benefits:• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance• Employer-Paid Life Insurance• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance• 401(k) Plan with Immediate Vesting eligibility on the first of the month following start date• Paid Time Off (PTO) that includes Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, and 11 Paid Holidays• Educational Assistance

Salary: 80k-100k (Target 90k)

**Hybrid in either Vienna, VA or Pensacola, FL one day a week onsite**

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Responsibilities

• Document current manual tracking processes for cryptographic keys and related PCI artifacts
• Define and implement workflows to log and track key access, updates, and status changes
• Support the configuration of ServiceNow inventory management and mobile barcode scanning workflows
• Create a PCI-centric audit log and support automated alerting for lifecycle events (e.g., certificate/key expiration)
• Map key ownership and custodianship structures
• Support categorization of keys by risk/sensitivity
• Contribute to the creation of a key lifecycle management plan
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, PKI, and infrastructure stakeholders
• Develop documentation, SOPs, and training materials to support transition to operational support
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with ServiceNow asset/inventory management modules

• Familiarity with cryptographic key lifecycle management (generation, assignment, expiration, and tracking)

• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks (PCI DSS, NCUA, NIST, internal standards)

• Experience working in secure environments enforcing role-based access, separation of duties, and auditability

• Ability to build process maps, documentation, and training materials

• Comfortable gathering requirements from cross-functional teams and translating them into technical workflows

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) and cryptographic custody environments
• Experience with PKI key tracking and coordination with PKI lifecycle owners (e.g., Venafi)
• Knowledge of certificate renewal workflows and alerting mechanisms
• Exposure to key ownership and M-of-N access models
• Strong collaboration experience with audit and compliance teams

** BRMi will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.**

**This is a W2 opportunity only**

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled 

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