Cryptography Analyst

Job Title: Cryptography Analyst
Location: Hybrid working - 2 days a week in Knutsford Cheshire

Duration: Till 31st December 2025
Rate: £445.00 per day (Inside IR35)

Successful candidates will be required to go through a BPSS Clearance

We are looking for an experienced Cryptography Analyst to join a dedicated security team. You will be supporting the integrity and availability of the clients cryptographic infrastructure.
You will play a key role in supporting cryptographic hardware, key management services, certificate management, and ensuring adherence to IT security standards. Your expertise will help shape and secure the operations, aligning with the Crypto strategy and wider departmental goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cryptographic hardware (HSMs - Thales, Entrust, Gemalto, etc.), including installation, configuration, and on-site activities
• Perform SSH key and certificate management
• Support cryptographic key lifecycle activities: generation, distribution, storage, recovery, and deletion
• Maintain accurate documentation and perform regular risk and compliance checks
• Handle incident, problem, and change management processes (aligned with ITIL best practices)
• Ensure strong governance, audit trails, and adherence to Barclays' IT Security Standards
• Contribute to automation and scripting efforts (e.g., Python) to streamline operations
• Participate in out-of-hours support and provide monthly risk/management reporting
• Collaborate with global teams across diverse platforms (IBM, Tandem, Unix)

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in cryptography or information security roles
• Hands-on experience with HSMs from vendors such as Thales, Entrust, or Gemalto
• Familiarity with HSM monitoring tools
• Strong scripting or coding skills (Python preferred)
• ITIL Foundation Certification
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Desirable Skills

• Operational experience in IT Security environments
• Industry certifications in security and/or project management
• Experience with Unix/Windows operating systems
• Proficiency in tools such as SharePoint, Confluence, and JIRA
• Understanding of compliance, data protection, and incident response best practices
• Experience creating and maintaining operational documentation

If you are interested and looking for your next role, please apply with a copy of your CV or email - (url removed)