PKI Administrator (FAA Enterprise Services)

Concept Solutions is seeking a PKI Administrator to support one of the nation's largest enterprise Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) environments supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This role is responsible for supporting enterprise certificate services, secure identity infrastructure, and Windows/Linux server environments that enable secure authentication across mission-critical systems.

As part of a collaborative infrastructure and cybersecurity team, you'll help maintain and enhance enterprise PKI services, support certificate lifecycle management, troubleshoot authentication issues, and ensure the availability and security of PKI platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PKI professional looking to expand their expertise within a complex federal enterprise environment.

Enterprise PKI Administration 

• Support enterprise Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) services across Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments. 
• Administer certificate lifecycle activities, including issuance, renewal, revocation, validation, and troubleshooting. 
• Support EJBCA administration and enterprise certificate services utilizing ACME, SCEP, OCSP, and CRL technologies. 
• Assist with Hardware Security Module (HSM) administration, including Thales, Luna, or equivalent technologies. 
• Troubleshoot certificate authentication issues and partner with cybersecurity teams to resolve PKI-related incidents. 
• Support secure enterprise identity and authentication services across multiple business systems. 

Systems Administration 

• Administer Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems supporting PKI and identity services. 
• Perform system patching, hardening, maintenance, and vulnerability remediation. 
• Support IIS, Apache, and JBoss web and application services utilized by PKI platforms. 
• Assist with Docker-based deployments and containerized infrastructure supporting enterprise applications. 
• Support PostgreSQL and MariaDB databases used by PKI and identity services. 

Operations & Collaboration

• Participate in system maintenance, upgrades, testing, and operational support activities. 
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and support documentation. 
• Work closely with senior engineers, cybersecurity professionals, and FAA stakeholders to support secure enterprise services. 
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability, automation, and operational efficiency. 

 Why Join Concept Solutions? 

• Support one of the largest enterprise PKI environments in the federal government. 
• Work alongside experienced PKI and cybersecurity professionals. 
• Gain exposure to enterprise identity services, certificate technologies, Linux administration, and modern authentication platforms. 
• Opportunity to contribute to mission-critical systems supporting millions of users across the FAA. 
• Stable federal program with opportunities for professional growth and technical development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, IT Management, Business Systems, MIS
• 5+ years or an additional 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of an BS degree
• Advanced experience supporting enterprise PKI services in large-scale environments
• Strong expertise with Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and secure systems administration
• Experience with EJBCA, certificate lifecycle management, ACME/SCEP, OCSP, and CRL
• Hands-on experience with HSM technologies (Thales, Luna, or equivalent)
• Knowledge of Docker/containerized infrastructure
• Experience with IIS, Apache, JBoss, PostgreSQL, and MariaDB
• Familiarity with federal cybersecurity, compliance, or FAA enterprise environments highly preferred

Compensation: $100K to $112K

Location and Schedule

• Location: Washington, DC
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (local time)
• Security Requirement: FAA Personnel Suitability Clearance required.

Company Profile:

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Concept Solutions, LLC (CS) is a leading small business in technology, engineering, and management consulting. We are the innovative and agile force behind strategic solutions that enhance organizational efficiency and safeguard our nation across Aerospace, Defense, and National Security sectors.

For over 25 years, CS has been a trusted partner for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies delivering vital IT, security, and project management services.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our adherence to CMMI-DEV ML3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018, and ISO/IEC 27001-1:2013 standards. CS boasts company highlights that include:

• Over two decades of experience across over $300 million in contract awards supporting critical FAA programs
• Multiple contract vehicles providing opportunities across FAA, DoD, NOAA, and other Federal agencies
• Innovation Council - CS maintains an active Internal Research and Development (IR&D) program that is geared towards identifying emerging technologies and pursuing technological innovations

At CS, we know our success stems from our talented team. That’s why we prioritize the wellbeing and growth of our employees, fostering a positive culture centered on innovation, engagement, and career development.

Benefits: Concept Solutions offers a competitive benefits and salary package you would receive from a large company. We offer health, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as a comprehensive 401(k) plan with matching and immediate vesting.

Concept Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity. We invite resumes from all interested parties and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual preference, personal appearance, family responsibility, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or physical disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Concept Solutions is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.