Key Management Engineering Lead (SVP)
- Job Req Id:
- 26943941
- Location(s):
- Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- Hybrid
- Posted:
- Mar. 18, 2026
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Job Overview
The Key Management Engineering Lead is a senior management level position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of the Key Management Engineering team in an effort to drive a variety of engineering activities including the design, acquisition and deployment of hardware, software and network infrastructure in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead efforts to ensure quality standards are being met within existing and planned framework as well as delivering global key management solutions for the company.
Responsibilities:
Ensure the goals of Data Security Engineering department are delivered.
Oversee O&T spending to ensure the firm's finances are budgeted and spent according to the Chief Technology officer’s (CTO) technology strategies
Manage overall execution of IT strategy and roadmap for Key Management Systems
Lead operational readiness and conformance to global standards for ongoing operation and support
Utilize an in-depth understanding of how engineering integrates within technology and commercial awareness
Responsible for training and coaching team members, performance management activities, monitoring quantity and quality of work, and addressing development needs for assigned personnel
Make evaluative judgment based on analysing information in complicated or unique situations; utilizing multiple sources of information
Impact engineering through overseeing planning, finances / budget, end results and policy setting
Negotiate with senior leaders across functions and with external parties, as required
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
Qualifications:
Enhanced experience on cryptographic key management (manual and automated)
Familiar with cryptographic interfaces and formats like PKCS
Experience with cryptographic products (e.g. Hardware Security Modules or Key Management solutions like Fortanix)
Familiar with common scripting and programming languages
Experience with key management systems used by major cloud providers
Significant number of years of relevant experience in an Engineering role with commensurate experience in people management.
Experience working in Financial Services or a large complex and/or global environment
Experience with enterprise-wide projects
Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
Comprehensive knowledge of design metrics, analytics tools, benchmarking activities and related reporting to identify best practices
Demonstrated analytic/diagnostic skills
Ability to work in a matrix environment and partner with virtual teams
Ability to work independently, prioritize, and take ownership of various parts of a project or initiative
Ability to work under pressure and manage to tight deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements
Proven track record of operational process change and improvement
Education:
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
Master’s degree preferred
What we can offer you:
By joining Citi in Belfast, you will not only be part of a business casual workplace with a hybrid working model (up to 2 days working at home per week), but also receive a competitive base salary (which is annually reviewed), and enjoy a whole host of additional benefits such as:
27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
A discretional annual performance related bonus
Private Medical Care & Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
Access to an array of learning and development resources
Visit our Global Benefits page to learn more.
Alongside these benefits Citi is committed to ensuring our workplace is where everyone feels comfortable coming to work as their whole self, every day. We want the best talent around the world to be energized to join us, motivated to stay and empowered to thrive.
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