Training and Certification Working Group Charter
To make PKI knowledge more widely available and to provide a mechanism for organizations to attest (potential) employees on their knowledge.
Training and Certification Working Group Charter (TCWG)
This Working Group Charter has been created according to the “Working Groups” section of the Bylaws of the PKI Consortium (“PKIC”). In the event of a conflict between this Charter and any provision in either the Bylaws or the IPR Policy, the provision in the Bylaws or IPR Policy shall take precedence.
Summary of the Working Group
| Name | Training and Certification |
| Abbreviation | TCWG |
| Mission | To make PKI knowledge more widely available and to provide a mechanism for organizations to attest (potential) employees on their knowledge. |
| Chair | Neal Fuerst (Keyfactor) |
| Vice Chair | Sandip Dholakia (SAP) |
| Communication | Private mailing list, Virtual meetings, Community discussions |
| Meeting schedule | Virtual meetings: approximately 1 per month |
| Type(s) of members eligible to participate | All Member types of the PKIC that express interest in this Working Group |
| Voting structure | According to the PKIC Bylaws |
| Expiration | This Working Group is chartered indefinitely until it is dissolved |
| Members |
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The Agence Nationale pour la Sécurité Informatique et la Certification Électronique (ANSICE) is the national authority of the Republic of Chad responsible for i…
acubed.it collaborates with government departments in the UK to design and build secure applications leveraging cross-domain & cyber security expertise.
Altron Security is Africa’s leading high-trust Digital Trust Services provider, being the first accredited authentication service provider in South Africa Altro…
We provide a complete educational experience and a values-based culture on our modern campus in the heart of West Texas. We are the Ram Family. Join us today.
Consulting on public key infrastructure solutions to organisations in the UK for nearly 20 years to a range of government, public and private sector organisatio…
AppViewX develops products for machine identity management, PKI, and cryptographic automation.
As a full-service business advisory and accounting firm. Aprio’s associates work as integrated teams across advisory, audit, tax, managed, and private client se…
Argus Advisory LLC offers Post-Quantum Cryptography and Quantum Computing Technology Roadmapping advisory services.
Since 2001, Ascertia has been a global leader in delivering high-trust e-security solutions focusing on Digital Signatures, Timestamps, Evidence Archiving and O…
Astradi is a provider of post-quantum cryptography (PQC) solutions, dedicated to securing digital communication and data against the threat of quantum computers…
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O Bradesco é um dos líderes do setor financeiro privado e um dos maiores empregadores na categoria. Além disso, apresenta o melhor índice de eficiência entre os…
Advanced Cyber Security Technology, privacy, and cyber freedom technology. Trans-Vernam Quantum Safe Cryptography
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Delivering end-to-end cybersecurity solutions and strategic advisory to strengthen cyber resilience, supported by mature SecOps and a dedicated Security Operati…
CNA provides a broad range of standard and specialized insurance products and services for businesses and professionals in the U.S., Canada and Europe.
Our dedicated efforts help shape public policy, influence regulatory frameworks and establish high professional standards that reflect the evolving needs of the…
CSTI Consulting is a Brazilian boutique technology consultancy specializing in Microsoft Identity and Security infrastructure.
A global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation, we offer an array of integrated services combining technology with deep sector ex…
We are a small clinic working on the human side of cybersecurity integration of algorithms and neurotechnology. Currently working on rubber-hose crypto analysis…
Chunghwa Telecom Laboratories specializes in developing PKI systems and serving as a PKI provider in Taiwan.
Citi's mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial services that enable growth and economic progress. We have set…
Cognitive Worlds operates at the intersection of advanced software development and strategic cybersecurity consultancy. We specialize in building the next gener…
Engineering modern business to improve everyday lives. Over the past 30 years, we’ve built relationships with market-leading companies around the world. That’s…
Concurrent Technologies Corporation, is recognized as one of the top not-for-profit research and developers of comprehensive solutions in the areas of advanced…
A única empresa que suporta um Ecossistema de Cyber-Segurança que inclui Código Fonte/Executável, Certificados Digitais, Criptografia e Defesa de cada canto do…
ConsultingExperts B.V. is a Dutch ICT consultancy that connects highly skilled IT professionals with public and private organizations and provides consultancy,…
We provide expert IT security consultancy services to protect your business from cyber threats. Contact us today for a comprehensive security assessment.
CyberSeQ™ - AI-powered post-quantum cryptography migration platform. Only solution combining CADI discovery with automated refactoring for enterprise PQC compli…
CyberTrust consulting is a boutique cybersecurity company that specialises in PKI, PQC consulting and Identity Security.
Ensure comprehensive protection with Cystel’s IT & OT Security Solutions. Safeguard assets and meet compliance standards in the evolving cyber landscape.
A cybersecurity advisory and product organization focused on helping organizations understand, govern, and reduce technology, vendor, cryptographic, and operati…
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Berlin-based D-TRUST is a member of the Bundesdruckerei Group. D-TRUST is a pioneer in secure digital identities, delivering technologically mature solutions.
Indonesian Cyber-based Technologies and Internet Security Company
The Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC) advances solutions that help markets grow and protect the security of the global financial system.
Data-Warehouse provides a german native cryptographic inventorisation and management plattform with outstanding discovery capabilities PCert(TM) since more than…
Decent Cybersecurity provides cutting-edge, quantum-resistant cybersecurity solutions.
Deloitte drives progress, helping clients become leaders. Deloitte invests in outstanding people of diverse talents and backgrounds, empowering them to achieve…
Devise Futures is an innovative organization dedicated to advancing secure digital solutions through expertise in cryptography, identity management, and public…
DictaLabs is a pioneering provider of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), digital signatures, and cryptographic solutions, dedicated to enhancing trust and securit…
DigiCert is the world's leading provider of scalable TLS/SSL, IoT and PKI solutions for identity and encryption. The most innovative companies, including 88% of…
Digitorus is a software development and consultancy company specialized in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Digital Signatures, and Trustworthy Systems (TWS) th…
An international software vendor fuelled by professional competence and pride in a Digital World, enhancing earnings from the global marketplace and enriching t…
The Dutch Ministry of Defence (NL-MoD) has created an internal publicly trusted CA certified according eIDAS. The only subscriber is the NL-MoD. All subjects ar…
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ECAC, Government of Pakistan is a regulatory body for Certificate Service Providers
Stay ahead of threats with our expert cybersecurity solution, focused on securing networks and delivering top-notch IT security practices.
Encryption Consulting is a customer-focused cyber-consulting firm providing an array of services in all aspects of Encryption.
Entrust is dedicated to securing identities, data, and transactions around the globe
eMudhra, a Digital Trust Service Provider (TSP), specializes in delivering comprehensive digital security solutions and services. This role is pivotal in ensuri…
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FEDLIN builds the controls a compliance platform only monitors — and runs them: SOC 2, NIST 800-53 Rev 5, and post-quantum key exchange.
The Federal Public Key Infrastructure Management Authority (FPKIMA) enables government-wide trust by providing trust infrastructure services to federal agencies…
Interactive PKI education and compliance resources for practitioners. Learn PKI, SSL/TLS, and certificate management through free interactive demos, guides, and…
At Frazer-Nash, we help organisations deliver innovative engineering, systems and technology solutions to make lives safe, secure, sustainable, and affordable.
For over 40 years, Futurex has been the industry leader in enterprise data protection solutions. All Futurex products are securely built and signed in the USA.
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We are GSE, transforming companies into the digital era with secure, reliable certification services.
GLA has emerged as one of the leading universities in India over the years that has been recognised by the UGC. Check out our infrastructure and education progr…
As technology evolves, the need for trusted, verified, and easily deployed digital identities to secure our connections will continue to grow. GlobalSign is the…
GuardedBox is a Spanish cybersecurity technology company focused on providing an innovative, advanced, certified and trusted online solution for universal and s…
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HID powers the trusted identities of the world's people, places and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely. HID PKIaaS,…
The independent, trusted advocate for nationwide health information exchange.
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For more than a century, IBM has been a global technology innovator, leading advances in AI, automation and hybrid cloud solutions that help businesses grow.
IRIS innovates, evolves, and digitalises Trusted Identification and Identity Solutions in a dynamic landscape.
Eliminate password risks, streamline operations, and foster a secure, productive digital environment. Try Idenprotect now!
For nearly two decades, Inetum has been delivering Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) projects and services across Spain and the Americas. Additionally, we serve a…
The Information Network Security Administration was established for the first time in 1999 under the Council of Ministers Regulation No. 130/1999 with the aim o…
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KHICS Consulting undertakes cybersecurity capability maturity assessments for clients. It relies on the outcomes to enable appropriate security capabilities for…
With passion, curiosity, creativity, and freedom, while firmly rooted in social responsibility, we contribute to the shaping of a sustainable and resilient futu…
Keyfactor develops products for PKI, digital signatures, cryptographic posture management, and cryptography
At Keysight, we empower innovators to explore, design, and bring world-changing technologies to life. Our software-centric solutions serve across the design and…
A shared, verifiable model of reality — identity, ownership, authority and history — for people, organisations and AI. The Reality Infrastructure for the human–…
Explore our comprehensive market research services tailored for businesses looking to gain valuable insights to drive growth and success.
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day.
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LTF is a non-profit foundation 2020, to promote technical awareness, support Libya's ICT sector, and drive digital transformation.
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MSC Trustgate, a licensed Certification Authority under Malaysia's Digital Signature Act 1997 since 2000, offers a comprehensive range of digital trust services…
Margins ID systems and Applications (MIDSA) is a company that provides IT solutions related to identity matters.
We protect sensitive data at rest, in transit, & while it’s being processed. We keep your data confidential using the
Explore Microsoft products and services for your home or business. Shop Surface, Microsoft 365, Xbox, Windows, Azure, and more. Find downloads and get support.
Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security
Multicert's purpose is to guarantee the Identity, Security and Digital Trust of Organizations, Systems and People. Anytime and anywhere.
Munich Re is a leading global provider of reinsurance, primary insurance and insurance-related risk solutions.
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Navy Federal Credit Union is an armed forces bank serving the Navy, Army, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force, Coast Guard, veterans, DoD & their families.
Nextwave (Thailand) is Thailand's Leading Cyber Security and Digital Transformation Software distributor in Thailand, with 20 years of experiences in the field…
NgKore is an open-source community driving innovation across Quantum Safe Network, Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), eBPF, 5G Advanced, 6G, O-RAN, NTN, AI/ML, Bl…
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The Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan is one of the world's largest, administering pensions for teachers in Ontario, Canada, and investing globally in a diverse ra…
Old Republic Title provides title insurance and settlement services for Title Agents, Real Estate Professionals, Lenders, Homeowners and Commercial Transactions…
Olympus Solutions Inc., an SDVOSB, specializes in cybersecurity systems, identity management, and O&M services. We enhance the ROI of IAM tools.
OmniTrust secures the connected world from silicon to AI through unified Trust Lifecycle Management across devices, identities, and cryptography.
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PKI Solutions offers the industry-leading PKI Spotlight, the first and only solution purpose-built for PKI posture management and operational readiness.
PQSecure is a pioneering company dedicated to developing cryptographic solutions for IoT devices, embedded systems, and secure silicon chips.
Delivering enterprise-grade smartcard personalization and printing services to government agencies and financial institutions requiring the highest security sta…
POS DIGICERT, was incorporated in February 1998 to pursue its objective as the premier licensed Certification Authority (CA) in Malaysia. As the Certification A…
PostQ is a software platform focused on helping organizations understand, manage, and transition their cryptographic infrastructure to be resilient against futu…
Protexxa is an AI-driven cybersecurity start-up that offers proactive protection against cyber threats by focusing on the human element of security.
Provimad is a Spanish company specialized in digital transformation services, certified digitization, electronic invoicing, electronic signature solutions, and…
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Securely automate certificate lifecycle management, code signing, SSH keys, PKI, and machine identities with QCecuring’s modern cryptographic operations platfor…
Built for regulated environment and long-lived confidentiality requirements.
QClairvoyance is a deep-tech startup working on developing next-generation applications that leverage Post-Moore computing architectures, specifically in the fo…
QSE pioneers quantum-resilient encryption solutions to protect data for businesses, governments, and individuals ensuring a secure digital future
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Our mission is to help make a safer Internet by providing true randomness for real security. In modern cryptographic systems, security is largely based on algor…
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Specializing in Microsoft Entra Private Access, Windows Always On VPN, Microsoft DirectAccess, and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
In our country (Rwanda), we have adopted the enhancement of digital security and trust using the PKI features.
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SIA is an Indra company located in Spain that is a Trust Service Provider eIDAS compliant and we have our own cryptographic products such as PKI, KMS & digital…
SITG Consulting delivers board‑ready insights on quantum risk, resilience, and survival mandates. Read The Quantum Time Bomb and more. Transformation, Integrity…
SOEBIT is a solution-oriented Cybersecurity, Training, Service & Consultancy Company established in 2003 In the Netherlands.
SOLOMO TECHNOLOGIES PTE LTD is a solution developer for ERP, banking, and crypto solutions, serving clients from public listed companies to governmental project…
SSL.com is a publicly-trusted commercial certificate authority expanding the boundaries of encryption and authentication relied upon by users worldwide.
Our expertise spans Open Banking solutions, information security, and FinTech, particularly in the Finance/Banking & FSI, Government, Manufacturing, Telecommuni…
Second Factor is an IT services consulting company focused on securing complex systems where our customer base includes the U.S. Government and private entities…
Securemetric is a company based in Kuala Lumpur, founded in 2007, with regional offices in Indonesia, Singapore, Vietnam, and the Philippines. We specialize in…
Securetron is a leading provider of Keys, Certificates, and Digital Signatures Management solution aimed at Simplifying Digital Identity and Data Protection.
SeguriData is a Mexican technology company specializing in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), digital signatures, digital identity, and data protection
Shree Ojas system and techinfra Pvt Ltd is major PKI consultant and hardware, software integration company in India.
A global technology leader driving innovation in industry, infrastructure and mobility through digital transformation.
We are committed to driving the transition from digital to the future of quantum technology. Our priority is investing in quantum technologies to help organizat…
Sonic AI is a proprietary signal injection protocol working with numerous governing bodies and rights owners to achieve content authenticity and verification.
Standard Chartered Bank offers personalized banking solutions for your needs. From savings deposits, credit cards, loans, investments & more.
Design, implement and maintain cybersecurity and cryptographic technologies to protect your brand, your firm's irreplaceable competitive advantage, your custome…
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TCS, a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, leverages technology for business transformation and helps catalyze change.
TEMET AG is an owner-managed consulting company based in Zurich that specialises in highly qualified consulting services in the field of information security an…
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UPM is recognised by the independent government assessments as one of Malaysia's leading research universities. Founded in 1931 as the School of Agriculture, th…
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Unpatterned is an independent research, infrastructure, and knowledge network building open systems for how the world is represented in data, identity, and inte…
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Wyzetree is a specialist advisory firm focused on cryptographic infrastructure, digital trust systems, digital signatures consulting, and post-quantum cryptogra…
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Introduction
The Training and Certification Working Group (TCWG) unites professionals and organizations dedicated to advancing knowledge and skills in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). Recognizing the critical role that PKI plays in securing digital communications and transactions, this working group aims to make PKI knowledge more accessible and to provide structured paths for individuals and organizations to validate their expertise.
Our primary focus is on developing high-quality training materials and certification programs that address the diverse needs of the PKI community. By fostering a collaborative environment, the TCWG encourages the sharing of best practices, innovative strategies, and emerging trends in PKI. This collaboration not only enhances the skills of individual practitioners but also strengthens the overall security posture of organizations implementing PKI solutions.
Training is a key component of our mission. We strive to identify or create comprehensive, up-to-date training materials that cover both fundamental concepts and advanced topics in PKI. These materials are designed to be accessible to a wide audience, from beginners to experienced professionals, ensuring that everyone can benefit from a solid understanding of PKI principles and practices.
Certification is the second pillar of our mission. In a rapidly evolving field like PKI, it is crucial for professionals to demonstrate their knowledge and skills through recognized credentials. The TCWG aims to foster the development and administration of certification programs that provide a reliable measure of an individual’s PKI proficiency. These certifications will help organizations identify qualified candidates and support career development for PKI professionals.
By bringing together experts and stakeholders from various sectors, the TCWG will serve as a central hub for PKI training and certification. Through our efforts, we hope to elevate the standards of PKI practice, promote widespread adoption of robust security measures, and ultimately contribute to the resilience and trustworthiness of the global digital infrastructure.
Scope
The scope of this working group is to provide a comprehensive platform for discussing, developing, and sharing information on PKI training and certification. This includes:
- Identifying or developing and maintaining high-quality training materials for a diverse audience.
- Creating or contributing to self-assessment tools to help individuals gauge their PKI knowledge.
- Fostering the establishment of certification programs to formally recognize PKI expertise.
- Facilitating the exchange of best practices and emerging trends within the PKI community.
- Encouraging active participation and collaboration among members.
- Continuously assessing and responding to the evolving needs of the PKI industry.
Objectives and Goals
The objectives and goals of the TCWG are to:
- Coordinate the identification and/or development and dissemination of comprehensive PKI training materials.
- Enable individuals to self-assess their PKI knowledge and identify areas for improvement.
- Foster the development of certification programs to formally attest to an individual's PKI proficiency.
- Foster a collaborative environment for sharing best practices and innovative strategies.
- Support the professional development of PKI practitioners.
- Enhance the overall security and integrity of digital communications and transactions.
Summary of the Deliverables
The deliverables of the TCWG include:
- PKI Training Materials: Comprehensive taxonomy of up-to-date resources covering fundamental and advanced PKI topics.
- PKI Training Self-Assessment Tools: Resources for individuals to evaluate their PKI knowledge.
- PKI Training Certification Programs: Formal certification mechanisms developed independently or in collaboration with external certification bodies.
Means of Communication
A private mailing list is used for communication between Working Group Members.
Interested parties can contribute using the community discussions on GitHub, and Working Group Members will actively participate in those discussions.
Planning and action items are managed as issues within the same repository where the deliverables are published.
Membership and Participation
Organizations that are eligible to join this Working Group follow the membership process as described in the Bylaws of the PKIC, section “Membership”.
In accordance with the IPR policy, Members that choose to participate in this Working Group must declare their participation prior to participating by contacting the Chair of this Working Group.
The Chair of this Working Group must establish a list for declarations of participation and manage it in accordance with the PKIC Bylaws and the IPR policy and agreement.
Non-members can participate using the community discussions.
Decision Process
The decision process follows the Bylaws of the PKIC, with reference to sections “Voting” and “Working Group”.
All decisions in this Working Group shall be made by substantial consensus (as determined by the Working Group Chair) of all PKIC Members including interested parties. If substantial consensus cannot be reached (or upon the request of any three PKIC Members), the matter will be submitted for decision by the Executive Council.
IPR Policy
This Working Group is subject to the Intellectual Property Rights Agreement, Code of Conduct, and Bylaws of the PKIC, including the Antitrust Policy.
Antitrust Policy
In accordance with the PKIC antitrust policy, as stated by the PKIC Bylaws, an antitrust statement should be applied and read at the start of all Working Group meetings, in substantially the form written in PKIC Bylaws, chapter “Antitrust Policy”.
Other Applicable Policies
Any relevant PKIC policies defined by the Bylaws must be followed if not specifically excluded by this Working Group Charter.
