Cryptography Governance Analyst

Cryptography Governance Analyst at RBC

As a Cryptography Governance Analyst, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding RBC's digital assets and ensuring compliance with evolving security standards. This position is integral to the Global Security team, focusing on advanced cryptographic practices, including the burgeoning field of quantum-safe cryptography.

What will you do?

• Participate actively in the quantum safe program office, contributing to strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate seamlessly with all technology pillars to drive the comprehensive adoption of quantum safe cryptography across the organization.
• Report regularly on quantum safe adoption progress, providing clear insights and metrics to stakeholders.
• Plan and execute critical workstreams within the quantum safe program, ensuring timely and effective delivery.
• Collaborate closely with the cryptography governance team to continuously maintain and enhance the robust cryptography governance framework.
• Participate in creating and maintaining essential policies and procedures for the effective execution of the cryptography governance program.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the execution of cryptography governance processes to ensure stringent compliance with relevant security standards.
• Conduct thorough analysis of pertinent data and provide actionable recommendations for governance workstreams and the mitigation of cryptographic compliance risks.
• Stay diligently up-to-date with emerging trends, cutting-edge technologies, and evolving regulatory requirements in cryptography, providing expert guidance on their inclusion in cryptographic standards.

Must Have:

• Strong Organization: Exceptional organizational skills are essential for timely access, efficient information sharing, proactive management of deadlines and tasks, effective collaboration, and making informed decisions based on accurate data.
• Strategic Thinking: The proven ability to grasp RBC’s Cryptographic Strategy and formulate recommendations that align precisely with its overarching goals and objectives.
• Risk Management: Solid knowledge of risk management processes and a foundational ability to identify, assess, and plan remediation strategies for risks associated with cryptographic services governance operations.
• Compliance: A comprehensive understanding of relevant industry guidance pertaining to cryptographic mechanisms and standards.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively with diverse stakeholders, including executives, employees, and external partners.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Highly adept at collecting, analyzing, and interpreting complex data to inform critical decision-making and resolve intricate problems.
• Leadership and Collaboration: A natural ability to work effectively with others, build trust, and influence key stakeholders to achieve the ambitious objectives of the cryptographic governance program.
• Policy Development and Implementation: Practical experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining robust policies and procedures that effectively support RBC’s cryptographic governance practices.
• Monitoring and Reporting: The capability to accurately track and report on cryptographic governance performance, including defining and utilizing key metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Adaptability and Continuous Learning: A strong commitment to staying current with changing governance requirements, evolving industry trends, and best practices in the field.

What’s in it for you?

At RBC, we are driven by a commitment to excellence, fostering progressive thinking, and collaborating to provide trusted advice that empowers our clients and enriches communities. We prioritize mutual growth and success, caring deeply about our colleagues' potential and making a tangible difference.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including competitive compensation, bonuses, flexible benefits, commissions, and stock where applicable.
• Access to supportive leaders who champion your development through continuous coaching and valuable management opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a significant and lasting impact within a leading financial institution.
• A stimulating work environment within a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Participation in a world-class training program specifically designed for financial services professionals.

Key skills/competency

• Cryptography Governance
• Quantum-Safe Cryptography
• Risk Management
• Compliance Standards
• Policy Development
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Information Security
• Data Analysis
• Program Coordination
• Security Frameworks