SSH Technical Solution Designer

SSH Technical Solution Designer

Posted 1 day ago by Vanloq - Workforce Solutions

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Negotiable
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Hybrid
Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
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Access Controls Automation AWS Identity And Access Management (IAM) Cloud Computing Cloud Technology Computer Hardware Cryptography Data Encryption Encryption Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) Financial Services Identity And Access Management Key Management Lifecycle Management Management Pluggable Authentication Module (PAM) Risk Management Ssh Keys Stakeholder Management Threat Modeling

Summary: The SSH Technical Solution Designer role in Sheffield involves designing and implementing secure SSH key management solutions for a leading financial services organization. This position requires extensive technical expertise in SSH key management, cryptography, and Identity & Access Management (IAM) to support a critical project focused on secure access across hybrid environments. The role is hybrid, requiring three days on-site work per week, and is classified as inside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement scalable and secure SSH key management solutions across on-prem and cloud environments.
  • Drive SSH key discovery, rotation, remediation, and governance activities.
  • Lead cryptographic risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Work closely with engineering and operations teams on secure automation and reconfiguration of privileged access.
  • Define secure machine-to-machine and human-to-machine access controls within IAM and PAM frameworks.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
  • Support the integration of Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) for secure key storage and cryptographic operations.
  • Contribute to planning and readiness for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and quantum-resistant encryption approaches.
  • Ensure alignment with FIPS 140-2 / 140-3 cryptographic module standards.

Key Skills:

  • Proven track record designing secure SSH key lifecycle management at enterprise scale.
  • Strong background in cryptographic risk management, including threat modelling and mitigation.
  • Hands-on experience in IAM and Privileged Access Management (PAM) in complex environments.
  • Deep understanding of secure access protocols, key exchange mechanisms, and cryptographic principles.
  • Familiarity with HSMs, secure key storage strategies, and related integration practices.
  • Awareness of NIST PQC initiatives and implications for future encryption standards.
  • Knowledge of FIPS-validated cryptographic modules and their operational use in enterprise settings.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Sheffield

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Finance

Detailed Description From Employer:

Job Title: SSH Technical Solution Designer

Location: Sheffield (Hybrid – 3 days on-site per week)

Contract Type: 6-Month Initial Contract

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

Industry: Financial Services

Start Date: ASAP

Overview: We’re partnering with a leading financial services organisation to recruit a highly experienced SSH Technical Solution Designer for a critical, high-visibility project. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a major strategic initiative focused on SSH key discovery, management, and remediation across both on-premise infrastructure and cloud platforms. This role requires deep technical expertise in SSH key management , cryptography , and Identity & Access Management (IAM) to help shape, design, and implement secure access solutions across a complex hybrid environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement scalable and secure SSH key management solutions across on-prem and cloud environments.
  • Drive SSH key discovery, rotation, remediation, and governance activities.
  • Lead cryptographic risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Work closely with engineering and operations teams on secure automation and reconfiguration of privileged access.
  • Define secure machine-to-machine and human-to-machine access controls within IAM and PAM frameworks.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
  • Support the integration of Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) for secure key storage and cryptographic operations.
  • Contribute to planning and readiness for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and quantum-resistant encryption approaches.
  • Ensure alignment with FIPS 140-2 / 140-3 cryptographic module standards.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Proven track record designing secure SSH key lifecycle management at enterprise scale.
  • Strong background in cryptographic risk management , including threat modelling and mitigation.
  • Hands-on experience in IAM and Privileged Access Management (PAM) in complex environments.
  • Deep understanding of secure access protocols, key exchange mechanisms, and cryptographic principles.
  • Familiarity with HSMs , secure key storage strategies, and related integration practices.
  • Aware of NIST PQC initiatives and implications for future encryption standards.
  • Knowledge of FIPS-validated cryptographic modules and their operational use in enterprise settings.

Contract Details:

  • Duration: 6 months (initial term)
  • Location: Sheffield (Hybrid – 3 days per week on-site)
  • IR35: Inside IR35
  • Start: ASAP

How to Apply: If you’re a technically strong, security-focused solution designer with deep expertise in SSH key management and IAM, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and we’ll be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.

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