--- title: 'Facilities Technician at DigiCert' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/facilities-technician-digicert-cape-town-v5vpx124awqz' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-24' --- # Facilities Technician at DigiCert - **Company:** DigiCert - **Location:** Cape Town, South Africa - **Posted:** 2026-09-18 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-24 - **Apply:** https://www.digicert.com/careers/?gh_jid=8805525002 ## Job description ## Who we are DigiCert is a global leader in intelligent trust. We protect the digital world by ensuring the security, privacy, and authenticity of every interaction. Our AI-powered DigiCert ONE platform unifies PKI, DNS, and certificate lifecycle management, to secure infrastructure, software, devices, messages, AI content and agents. Learn why more than 100,000 organizations, including 90% of the Fortune 500, choose DigiCert to stop today’s threats and prepare for a quantum-safe future at [www.digicert.com](http://www.digicert.com/) Job summary As Facilities Technician you will ensure an optimal working environment in the building. In this role, you will be responsible for performing regular building equipment inspections, assist the Facility Manager with maintaining the building equipment, and coordinate the cleaning needs of the building. ## What you will do - Performs assigned facility inspections - HVAC, Generator, and UPS systems and submit reports of conditions in the building and recommend actions to be taken. - Maintains and operates all HVAC systems. Blowers, Roof Top Units, Heat Pump Units, and the associated equipment. - Perform general facility maintenance: lights, basic plumbing, furniture, and manual repairs as needed. - Work with vendors to support the Preventive Maintenance (PM) service level agreements (SLA’s), HVAC, Fire Alarm Systems, Standby Generator, and the Battery Backup System (UPS). - Liaising with the cleaning service team, the trash removal service vendors and suppliers on behalf of the Facility Manager. - Respond to building emergencies - serving as one of the contacts for all facility related emergencies (Including but not limited to fire alarms, HVAC system alarms, security alarms, etc). - Monitoring and responding to building security/fire system alarms which may require work even during off work hours, weekends and holidays. - Review and understand equipment and methods of operations, Building Automation System (BAS), safety and security, and other systems. - Maintain the plans for fire evacuation, disaster response, up-to-date records for all semi- annual and annual inspections, warranties, maintenance requirements and the implementation of scheduled servicing for key assets. - Assist the facility manager with securing proposals for maintenance work. ## What you will have - Minimum of 3+ years' hands-on experience in facilities coordination, project management, or facilities administration. - Relevant qualification in the building, facilities management, or construction industry is preferred - Certification or qualifications in plumbing and/or electrical systems will be advantageous. - Proven experience working with HVAC systems, generators, and UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) systems. - Practical experience in plumbing, lighting, and general building maintenance. - Solid background in facility operations and facilities management. - Good understanding of building infrastructure, equipment maintenance, and preventative maintenance practices. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 for reporting, documentation, and day-to-day communication. - Valid South African driver's license and own reliable vehicle. - Ability to respond to building and equipment emergencies, including outages, breakdowns, and urgent maintenance requirements outside of normal working hours. - Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. - Ability to coordinate multiple maintenance projects and service providers simultaneously. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Knowledge of health, safety, and compliance requirements relating to building operations ## Benefits - Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package - Generous paid time off, including holidays and additional leave options - Family-friendly leave policies, including maternity, paternity, and other supportive leave programs - Health and wellness support, including medical cover (where applicable), gym reimbursements, and mental well-being resources - Pension, life insurance, and income protection benefits (location dependent) - Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential support for employees and their families - Education assistance and professional development opportunities - Access to LinkedIn Learning and continuous learning resources - Employee referral bonus program and additional company perks and discounts - Business travel insurance and global employee support programs To protect candidate information and maintain a secure hiring process, all applications must be submitted through our careers portal. Resumes or CVs sent directly via email will not be reviewed or considered. ## #LI-FP1 ## __PRESENT ## __PRESENT ## __PRESENT ## About DigiCert ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: DigiCert is a global leader in intelligent digital trust, securing people, data, and devices with AI-powered PKI, DNS, and certificate lifecycle management solutions. - **Entity Type**: Private (later stage, total funding $9.3M reported but likely outdated) - **Headquarters**: Lehi, Utah, USA - **Founded**: 2003 - **Founders**: Not publicly available in provided sources ## Core Business - Primary industry/industries: Cybersecurity, Digital Trust, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Certificate Lifecycle Management, DNS Security - Target customers: B2B, primarily large enterprises (90%+ of Fortune 500), government, and service providers; over 125,000 customers in 180+ countries - Mission or purpose statement: "Make digital trust endure" – built to secure identities, communications, and integrity across infrastructure, applications, devices, and AI agents. ## Products & Services - **DigiCert ONE Platform**: AI-powered platform that unifies PKI, DNS, and certificate lifecycle management to secure infrastructure, software, devices, messages, AI content, and agents. (Type: SaaS / Platform) - **PKI (Public Key Infrastructure)**: Core digital certificate issuance, validation, and management for organizations. (Type: SaaS + Service) - **DNS Security**: Protection against DNS-based threats; recognized by Frost & Sullivan 2026 Global DNS Security Competitive Strategy Leadership Award. (Type: SaaS) - **IoT Device Security**: Securing device identity and communication for the Internet of Things. (Type: SaaS) - **Software Trust / Content Provenance**: Ensuring integrity of software supply chains and digital content authenticity. (Type: SaaS) - **Post-Quantum Security**: Preparing for quantum-safe cryptography readiness. (Type: Service / Platform capability) ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue not publicly available; strongest fiscal year to date reported in 2025 under CEO Dr. Amit Sinha - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not listed in provided sources; customers include 90%+ of Fortune 500. DigiCert partners with industry standards bodies (CA/Browser Forum, IETF, ETSI). - **Growth Signals**: 1,372 total employees (Built In, 2025); offices in Lehi (HQ), Bengaluru, London, Sunnyvale, Singapore; over 125,000 customers; recent awards include Frost & Sullivan 2026 Global DNS Security Award, IoT Evolution World 2025 Product of the Year and IoT Security Excellence Award, SiliconANGLE 2025 TechForward Award Finalist. ## Competitive Advantages - **AI-powered platform** that provides end-to-end visibility, automation, and control for certificate and trust management. - **Industry standards leadership** – DigiCert executives actively shape digital trust standards through CA/Browser Forum, IETF, and ETSI. - **Unified PKI + DNS + certificate management** in a single platform, reducing complexity for large enterprises. - **Quantum-ready** approach, preparing customers for post-quantum security transitions. - **Trust ecosystem** – trusted by the world’s most security-conscious organizations (Fortune 500, critical infrastructure). ## Strategic Focus - **AI and quantum readiness**: Building intelligent trust for the AI age and preparing for quantum-safe cryptography. - **Automation and resilience**: Reducing manual certificate management via AI-driven lifecycle automation. - **Platform expansion**: DigiCert ONE as the unified trust control plane for identity, devices, software, and content. - **Global growth**: Expanding presence in key markets (EMEA, APAC) and deepening enterprise partnerships. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: "CARE" values – Customer Obsession, Amazing Innovation, Relentless Execution, Exceptional Collaboration. Emphasis on trust, collaboration, and impact. - **Diversity & Inclusion**: Parity pledge (interview at least one qualified woman for every open role); active Women in Tech chapter with mentorship programs; diversity-based Employee Resource Groups. - **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: Primarily in-office roles (HQ Lehi and Bengaluru offices); some positions may allow flexibility. Built In lists "Employees work from physical offices." - **Benefits**: Performance bonuses, employee discounts, generous parental leave, family medical leave, dental insurance, health insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), tuition assistance, apprenticeship programs, job training + conferences, free snacks and drinks. - **Growth & Development**: Opportunities to work on cutting-edge security technology (AI, quantum, IoT); strong focus on professional development and internal mobility. - **Community**: STEM education partnership with Thanksgiving Point in Utah, supporting real-world science and engineering challenges for local students. ## Sources 1. [DigiCert Careers](https://www.digicert.com/careers) 2. [DigiCert About](https://www.digicert.com/about) 3. [DigiCert CARE Commitment](https://www.digicert.com/about/care) 4. [Built In Profile](https://builtin.com/company/digicert) 5. 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