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Global Head of Cryptographic Services

Confidential, New York, NY, United States



Global Head of Cryptographic Services

About the Company

Ambitious international banking & financial services institution

Industry
Financial Services

Type
Public Company

Founded
1865

Employees
10,001+

Categories

Banking
Finance
Financial Services
Banking & Mortgages
Consulting & Professional Services
Investment Banks
Asset Management
Insurance
Investment Banking
Investment Management

Specialties

banking
financial services
international finance and banking
wealth management
corporate and business banking
retail banking
insurance
investment banking
commercial banking
private banking
and asset management

Business Classifications

B2B

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Global Head of Cryptographic Services, a senior cybersecurity leader, to define and maintain the global strategy for cryptography. This role is pivotal in ensuring the security and success of the business, meeting regulatory expectations, and advancing in the face of evolving threats. The successful candidate will be responsible for owning the investment roadmap for cryptography, empowering the organization to navigate cyber risks with innovative technologies, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Close partnerships with engineering teams and external technology providers are essential to integrate best practices and cutting-edge tooling. The role also involves leading a global team of SMEs, driving a data-centric approach to observability, and ensuring robust risk management and regulatory compliance.

Applicants for the Global Head of Cryptographic Services position at the company should have a background in fast-moving, complex corporate environments, with the ability to provide direction and manage change. The role requires expertise in cryptography, including PKI, key management, algorithms, protocols, and attacks, as well as a strong understanding of industry cybersecurity frameworks and standards. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams, collaborating across various sectors, and the ability to influence senior leadership. Strong analytical skills, the ability to articulate technical risks to both technical and business stakeholders, and experience in risk and control management are also key qualifications for this role.

Hiring Manager Title
Global Head of Cyber Technology & Engineering

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

Engineering