Quantum Cryptography Specialist

Job Summary We are seeking a Quantum Cryptography Specialist to lead the design evaluation and integration of quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions across our systems and products The role involves research algorithm implementation performance optimization and ensuring compliance with emerging PQC standards e g NIST PQC finalists The ideal candidate combines strong expertise in classical cryptography with a deep understanding of quantum-safe algorithms and practical implementation challenges Key Responsibilities Develop test and integrate PQC libraries and protocols into existing cryptographic infrastructure TLS SSH VPN PKI etc Migrate classical cryptographic systems RSA ECC to hybrid or fully PQC-based implementations Analyse and assess NIST-approved post-quantum cryptographic algorithms Evaluate the security strength performance and interoperability of PQC schemes in various environments Partner with engineering product security and architecture teams to guide secure PQC adoption Strategy Awareness and understanding of the Group s business strategy and model appropriate to the role Business Awareness and understanding of the wider business economic and market environment in which the Group operates Work in collaboration with business and internal stakeholders Processes Ensure compliance to Enterprise Software Delivery Lifecycle eSDLC People Talent Lead through example and build the appropriate culture and values Work in collaboration with business technology and operations partners Risk Management Ensure adherence with the highest standards of ethics and compliance with relevant policies process and regulations Governance Awareness and understanding of the regulatory framework in which the Group operates and the regulatory requirements and expectations relevant to the role Ensure Change Delivery Standards are upheld Regulatory Business Conduct Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group s Values and Code of Conduct Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics including regulatory and business conduct across Standard Chartered Bank This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with in letter and spirit all applicable laws regulations guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct Effectively and collaboratively identify escalate mitigate and resolve risk conduct and compliance matters Lead to achieve the outcomes set out in the Bank s Conduct Principle Key stakeholders Data Protection Head Product Owners Scrum Masters CIO and CISO functions Risk and Governance Other relevant functions with Technology Services including Infrastructure Services Database Network Platform Other Responsibilities Embed Here for good and Group s brand and values in ICS Perform other responsibilities assigned under Group Country Business or Functional policies and procedures Qualifications Education-Bachelor s degree in computer science Mathematics or a related technical field and substantial professional experience in the data protection field Certifications-CISSP other security or industry certifications Languages-English Skills and Experience Quantum Cryptography Scripting About Standard Chartered We re an international bank nimble enough to act big enough for impact For more than 170 years we ve worked to make a positive difference for our clients communities and each other We question the status quo love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before If you re looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference we want to hear from you You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can t wait to see the talents you can bring us Our purpose to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity together with our brand promise to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours When you work with us you ll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion Together we Do the right thing and are assertive challenge one another and live with integrity while putting the client at the heart of what we do Never settle continuously striving to improve and innovate keeping things simple and learning from doing well and not so well Are better together we can be ourselves be inclusive see more good in others and work collectively to build for the long term What we offer In line with our Fair Pay Charter we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental physical financial and social wellbeing Core bank funding for retirement savings medical and life insurance with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations Time-off including annual leave parental maternity 20 weeks sabbatical 12 months maximum and volunteering leave 3 days along with minimum global standards for annual and public holiday which is combined to 30 days minimum Flexible working options based around home and office locations with flexible working patterns Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind a market-leading digital wellbeing platform development courses for resilience and other human skills global Employee Assistance Programme sick leave mental health first-aiders and all sorts of self-help toolkits A continuous learning culture to support your growth with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical virtual and digital learning Being part of an inclusive and values driven organisation one that embraces and celebrates our unique diversity across our teams business functions and geographies - everyone feels respected and can realise their full potential 43020