Job Description

Are you an experienced Cryptography SME looking for your next contract role? Join one of the world's leading IT services, consulting, and business solutions organization. Founded in 1968, the company consistently ranks among the top global IT service providers. With a presence in over 50 countries, the company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality technology services across industries including banking, healthcare, telecommunications, and retail.
The leading consultancy firm has partnered with dynamic product team within a leading technology-driven organisation. They are currently seeking an experienced Cryptography SME to join the team on a 6-month contract. Ready to make a move? Get in touch and apply today!
Key Responsibilities:

• Define the product vision and roadmap for cryptography-related features, aligned with market needs and emerging security trends.
• Work closely with cryptography engineers and security architects to ensure the technical feasibility and secure implementation of new features.
• Prioritise backlogs and convert high-level requirements into executable user stories for agile delivery teams.
• Ensure products comply with industry and regulatory standards such as FIPS 140-2, PCI-DSS, and GDPR.
• Focus on usability and accessibility of cryptographic features for end-users without compromising security.
• Act as the primary point of contact for cryptography topics-providing updates, managing stakeholder expectations, and assessing risks.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Strong knowledge of cryptographic concepts including encryption algorithms, digital signatures, PKI, HSMs, and key management.
• 3-8 years of proven experience working in cryptography or information security domains.
• Product management experience in agile environments, with a focus on roadmap creation, feature prioritization, and cross-functional coordination.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks and regulatory requirements across sectors.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-informed decisions around product development.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of working with both deeply technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.

Duration:

• 6 months (With View for Extension)

Location:

• Hybrid
• UK-based
• Office Travel When Needed

Start Date:

• ASAP

Day Rate:

• 550 per day Inside IR35

Skills Required