2 of 2 Permanent Key Management Jobs in the North West

Cryptography Engineer Manchester Area | 2-3x a week Role Description Join a global Cyber Security team as a Cryptography Specialist , ensuring the integrity and availability of cryptographic and key management services across global systems. In this role you will help to develop the function further as one of the key technical components of this dedicated team. … Standard UK hours (9 AM – 5 PM) with one week on-call every four weeks. What You’ll Do Manage, configure, and support Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) and key management infrastructure. Oversee key generation, distribution, and governance across multiple platforms. Maintain risk controls, compliance records, and security documentation to audit standards. Support incident, change, and problem management, driving service improvements. Essential Experience Proven expertise in cryptography, HSMs, and key/certificate management. ITIL Foundation certification and experience in operational security environments. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline. Desirable: Security or project management certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, PMP). Familiarity with Unix/Windows, data More ❯

monitoring and protection tools such as Firewalls, IDS/IPS, XDR, SIEM, CNAPP, and log collection platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, Lacework). Experience in designing and implementing Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions and maintaining secure authentication practices. Proficiency with Windows and Linux systems , as well as network scanning and diagnostic tools (e.g., Wireshark, IP scanner). A solid understanding … of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and encryption fundamentals. Excellent collaboration, communication, and organisational skills , with the ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team. Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment. Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security - Speciality, CISSP, CCSP, or Terraform Associate (or equivalent experience). Preferred … Qualifications Exposure to threat intelligence and security analytics , particularly within cloud environments. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Security , or equivalent practical experience. Familiarity with key security frameworks and standards such as PCI, ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS, along with experience supporting audits and compliance initiatives. Strong understanding of networking protocols, systems architecture , and secure More ❯