Epical is a pure-play data consultancy with services and expertise to support and enable the management, utilization and protection of our clients' data. We're not just experts in data; we're trust-makers who empower our clients to exceed expectations. Join us in our mission to empower organizations through secure and efficient digital identity management, while fostering a culture of empathy, accountability, and curiosity.

What is this role all about?

As PKI Architect at Epical, you will be responsible for the development of solution design and structure for PKI as well as prerequisites and basis for installation and deployment. There will be a great focus on introducing new technologies in the area such as Hardware Security Module (HSM), Key Management, PKI, Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS), and supporting services.

You will be a part of one of our key offerings within Digital Trust called Directory Services. We work with extremely interesting and security-focused customers in mid to large-size. Our projects are in many ways meaningful and of great importance to our society.

Key responsibilities:

• Contribute and participate in the development of processes and routines.
• Steering and shaping the PKI community at Epical, together with our business leaders.
• Act in an advisory role and work with complex solutions in diverse projects

This is a unique opportunity for you to be involved in shaping the role of your passion and interests. The role is a full-time position, and you can live anywhere in Sweden or in Finland as we work in a well-established hybrid setup, but we do have 10 centrally located offices in different cities across Sweden and Finland.

How to become a trust-maker?

To succeed in this role, we expect you to have proven experience from

• Microsoft PKI technologies, including Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS), Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS), and related components.
• Design and implementation of Microsoft PKI in larger complex environments.
• Cloud-based PKI solutions and integration with Microsoft Azure.
• Establishing processes and routines around management and handling of Microsoft PKI such as CP/CPS.
• Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, digital certificates, data protection, digital signatures, encryption methods, and key management.

Strongly merited skills

• Knowledge of TLS/SSL certificates, lifecycle management and revocation, and also Hardware Security Modules (HSM).
• Experience from key ceremonies and knowledge of the Thales Luna HSM series.
• Certifications in IT security or IT architecture, e.g., CISSP.

The ideal PKI Architect possesses a unique blend of personal traits. We expect you to be an entrepreneurial spirit, a strong network, and a passion for driving business growth. You excel in client-facing roles, offering expert advice and building trust. You're goal-oriented, ambitious, and committed to staying ahead in the industry.

What do we offer?

• A chance to join a team of the Nordic region’s leading experts in Digital Trust, where curiosity is encouraged, and sharing knowledge is a priority.

• Stimulating and interesting assignments, working with large customers in complex environments.

• A supportive organization that values accountability, while also promoting work-life balance and offering the flexibility to work remotely.
• Collaboration and sparring opportunities with highly experienced colleagues.
• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
• Ongoing opportunities for education and growth, including courses and certifications to fuel your curiosity and professional development.

Let’s secure the Nordic’s together, one step at a time 🔐

If you are a passionate and experienced PKI Architect and eager to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply. Selection will take place on an ongoing basis!

To qualify for this role, you need to have a residence as well as a citizenship/work permit in Sweden/Finland. If you have any questions regarding the role, please do not hesitate to contact me. I can be reached at pia.leskinen@epicalgroup.com.

Our expertise is data. Our product is trust.

We’re Epical.

And you’re welcome to join us.