Soumitra Kannao

About Soumitra Kannao

Hi there! I\'m an accomplished PKI Architect with 9.7 years of experience in designing, implementing, and managing robust Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) solutions. My expertise spans Microsoft PKI, Certificate Lifecycle Management tools like AppViewX and Keyfactor, and I\'m a certified Keyfactor Command Admin. I also have hands-on experience with EJBCA and managing Luna HSM environments, making me well-versed in all things cryptographic.I have a passion for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and enjoy staying ahead of emerging trends. Whether it’s designing Crypto Agility frameworks or tackling new algorithms like ML-DSA and ML-KEM, I love solving complex problems and future-proofing systems.What drives me? A natural curiosity and love for learning. I’m adaptable, patient, and enjoy breaking down complex technical topics into relatable ideas. I thrive on collaboration, whether it’s crafting Statements of Work (SOWs), leading PKI assessments, implementing CLM solutions, or automating processes to make life easier.I’m also big on building strong relationships—with both people and technology! A fun-loving and talkative person by nature, I enjoy connecting with peers, sharing ideas, and fostering environments where innovation flourishes.If you’d like to chat about cryptography, PKI, or just about anything tech (or maybe grab a cup of coffee), feel free to reach out. Let\'s connect and make security smarter, stronger, and even a little more fun!

Experience

1. Pki Architect Practice Team

   HCLTech

   Sep 2024 — Present · Pune, IN

   Leading the PKI front in Data security Practice team. Working on new implementations of PKI and CLM solutions. Assessing RFP and creating the SOW and delivering the project. Working to create frameworks for Crypto Agility and future proofing the current Crypto to safeguard against coming Quantum Threats.

Education

• Sipna C.O.E.T

  Bachelor's degree, Electronics and telecommunicaions

  2010 — 2014

Skills

• Border Gateway Protocol (Bgp)
• Mcsa
• Networking
• Ccna
• Itil V3 Foundations Certified
• Outlook
• Cisco Networking
• Ccnp R&S
• Cisco Systems Products
• Office 365
• Network Monitoring Tools
• System Monitoring
• Itil Service Strategy
• Incident Management
• Open Shortest Path First (Ospf)
• Ticketing Tools
• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (Dhcp)
• Network Troubleshooting
• IT Service Management
• Routing Protocols
• Lan Switching