Full Time
$5 - $6 per hour
40
Aug 21, 2026
Customer Support Specialist (Tier 1)
Contract Position | Remote | Philippiines
Hours: 7am-4pm / 8am-5pm / 9am-6pm US CT
$8-10 /hr
About This Opportunity
SSL is seeking ambitious customer support professionals who view a Tier 1 role as a launchpad, not a landing spot. This is a growth-oriented position designed for individuals who want to rapidly develop expertise in PKI, cybersecurity, and digital trust solutions.
If you're eager to master complex technical concepts, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are committed to becoming a subject matter expert in SSL/TLS certificates and digital security, this role offers the mentorship, training, and clear progression path you're looking for.
Role Details
Employment Type: Independent Contractor
Location: Remote (must have reliable, high-speed internet with backup connectivity)
Schedule Flexibility Required: We're hiring for 7am-4pm / 8am-5pm / 9am-6pm US CT
What You'll Do
Customer Interaction & Problem Resolution
Serve as the first point of contact via chat,
Provide step-by-step guidance for SSL/TLS certificates (DV, OV, EV), code signing certificates (standard and EV), document signing certificates, S/MIME
Diagnose and resolve technical issues including installation across web servers (Apache, Nginx, IIS), validation challenges, CSR generation, certificate deployment, and account management
Guide customers through the complete certificate lifecycle: application, domain/organization validation, issuance, installation, renewal, and revocation
Technical Documentation & Collaboration
Use Intercom (our ticketing platform) to meticulously document all interactions, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions
Escalate complex issues to Tier 2 with comprehensive case notes that prevent duplicate effort and accelerate resolution
Collaborate with validation, operations, and development teams to resolve cross-functional issues
Contribute to our knowledge base by identifying gaps and drafting clear, technical FAQs and troubleshooting guides
Continuous Learning & Skill Development (This is where you separate yourself from candidates just looking for any support job)
Proactively master SSL 's expanding product portfolio and stay current with PKI industry standards
Develop deep technical knowledge of networking fundamentals (DNS, HTTPS, TLS protocols, certificate chains, firewalls, port configurations)
Build expertise in public key infrastructure concepts: certificate authorities, validation types, trust chains, revocation (CRL/OCSP), cryptographic algorithms
Participate actively in training sessions, team meetings, and feedback discussions, applying insights to improve your performance
Quality & Performance Excellence
Maintain professional, empathetic communication that adapts to technical and non-technical audiences
Follow SLAs and best practices for ticket handling, prioritization, and resolution confirmation
Contribute customer feedback and identify recurring technical challenges that drive process improvements
Demonstrate problem-solving initiative and analytical thinking before escalating issues
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Growth mindset: You're intellectually curious, embrace challenges, and see feedback as fuel for improvement
Technical aptitude: Comfortable learning complex technical concepts; prior experience with web technologies, DNS, or basic networking is a plus
Communication excellence: Outstanding written and verbal skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
Schedule flexibility: Available for EU/Asia or Americas/EU shift coverage
Self-motivation: Thrives in remote environments with minimal supervision
Customer-first attitude: Patient, adaptable, and genuinely invested in customer success
Ideal Candidate Profile
2-3 years customer support experience, preferably in SaaS, cybersecurity, or technical environments
Familiarity with SSL/TLS certificates, PKI, or information security concepts
Experience with ticketing systems (Intercom, Zendesk, etc.)
Basic understanding of web servers, certificate installation, or system administration
Passion for cybersecurity and digital trust technologies
Track record of exceeding performance metrics and receiving positive customer feedback
Bonus Points
Exposure to code signing, document signing, or digital certificate technologies
Understanding of C2PA (Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity) or content authentication
Experience supporting B2B/enterprise customers
Multilingual capabilities
We're looking for someone who sees this role as the beginning of a cybersecurity career, not just another support job.
About SSL
SSL is a leading certificate authority providing digital certificates and PKI solutions that power trust and security for businesses globally. Our product portfolio includes SSL/TLS certificates, code signing certificates (including EV code signing with hardware tokens), document signing solutions, S/MIME
To Apply: Please submit your resume along with a brief statement (3-4 sentences) explaining why you're seeking a growth-oriented Tier 1 role and what specific aspects of SSL's products or PKI technology interest you.