Project Manager - PKI (Public Key Infrastructure)

PKI Project Manager - Leading UK Retailer

Location: Remote - Netherlands

Contract: 6 Months

Day Rate: Competitive (Outside IR35)

Chapman Tate Associates is proud to be working in exclusive partnership with a leading retailer as they embark on a key cybersecurity initiative. We are currently seeking an experienced PKI Project Manager to join their team and take ownership of end-to-end Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and certificate lifecycle management projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a contract project leader with deep technical expertise in PKI and security certificate infrastructure to deliver mission-critical initiatives in a high-impact retail environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead enterprise-level PKI and certificate lifecycle management projects from initiation through to delivery.
• Oversee the implementation of certificate management tools and solutions.
• Ensure alignment with cybersecurity standards, governance policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and manage detailed project roadmaps, delivery timelines, and milestone tracking.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate certificate management into existing infrastructure and processes.
• Act as a key liaison in managing RFP processes, vendor engagement, and deliverables.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Report on project progress to internal stakeholders, ensuring clarity, transparency, and accountability.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Proven experience managing PKI and certificate lifecycle management projects.
• Strong understanding of TLS/SSL, cryptographic certificates, and digital identity management.
• Hands-on experience with certificate lifecycle management tools (e.g., Venafi, DigiCert, Keyfactor).
• Ability to lead cybersecurity initiatives and drive project execution across technical and business teams.
• Familiarity with enterprise IT environments and secure integration practices.
• Strong project governance and stakeholder management capabilities.

Desirable Experience:

• Exposure to cryptographic key management and protocols (RSA, ECC, AES, SHA-2, etc.).
• Ability to act as a bridge between technical IT teams, IAM, and business stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills - able to translate complex technical topics into clear business language.

Apply today with your latest CV or reach out to Chapman Tate Associates for a confidential discussion. This is an immediate requirement and with interview slots already booked with the hiring manager.