Encryption Technical Engineer

This role offers a hybrid work schedule; offering the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while providing the opportunity for in-person collaboration. At M&T Tech, we’re a team of makers, doers, and builders, working to create the most advanced technology solutions in banking. We’re not your stereotypical suit and tie bankers: we’re an innovative team of leading tech experts, pushing boundaries, and taking risks. We’re building an agile team of the most skilled and creative workers to solve complex problems, architect solutions, write high-performance software, and chart our new path, all to make the lives of our customers, and the communities that we serve, better. Join us and be part of something new as we build tomorrow’s bank, today.The Technology Infrastructure Engineering and Operations Team engineers and supports all the foundational technology used across M&T Bank. We support two Data Centers, 15,000 Distributed platforms, 24 Mainframe Regions, a secure and reliable Network connecting all the technology across the bank footprint and process approximately 635,000 automated jobs per month. In addition to that foundational technology level, we own the operational support processes, monitoring and command center that provide a unified, well-managed technology response when issues arise. We deliver innovative, and compelling technology solutions, in partnership with our line of business CIOs, to enhance the internal customer experience that enables our business partners to deliver.Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior PKI Encryption Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the security and integrity of our infrastructure. This pivotal role involves supporting the design and implementation of our Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and encryption solutions. The ideal candidate will exhibit expertise in cryptographic protocols, possess a deep understanding of PKI, and demonstrate the ability to create and maintain secure cryptographic environments.Primary Responsibilities:

• Design and implement encryption and PKI solutions to secure digital transactions, communications, and data within the bank
• Manage and maintain the bank's encryption infrastructure to ensure compliance with industry standards
• Provide expertise and support for cryptographic key management, including key generation, distribution, and revocation
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies related to PKI, encryption, and cybersecurity to enhance the bank's security posture
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of PKI services, including certificate issuance, renewal, revocation, and key management
• Drive automation initiatives to streamline PKI processes and enhance service delivery efficiency
• Evaluate emerging technologies and tools, making recommendations for their integration and optimization of our service offering
• Work closely with Technology management, senior Engineers, and support teams on a regular basis to implement and manage the design, development, and execution of technical solutions that meet or exceed current and future needs of the organization. 
• Responsibilities may include infrastructure review, implementation, and design, creation of support and architectural documentation, standards, policies, analysis, and testing.
• Regularly and independently interact with business partners of varying associate and management levels to ensure clarity of the problem/opportunity and elicit business requirements.
• Coordinate vendor interactions and/or vendor resources as needed.
• Mentor and coach less experienced engineers, technicians, and integrators. Review documentation, proposals, and changes proposed by less experienced staff.
• Seek to expand knowledge and understanding of Financial Services trends, practices, and technologies on a continuous basis.
• Follow and promote use of industry best practices, standards and procedures.
• Maintain a strong aptitude and working knowledge of Bank applications, systems, development environments. Maintain a detailed understanding of vendor technologies and services used by the Bank.
• Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
• Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Required:Combined minimum of 6 years’ higher education and/or work experience in systems design, management and/or architectureExperience with PKI technologies including digital certificates, Certificate Authorities (CAs), and Hardware Security Modules (HSMs)Strong understanding of cryptographic protocols, algorithms, and key management practicesIn-depth knowledge of encryption technologies, including design, implementation, and administrationEducation and Experience Preferred:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer EngineeringMinimum 6 years’ professional experience in a technical engineering position involving infrastructure design technologies, data management and interchange, system design and/or development for complex applicationsExperience with scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automating security tasks and developing use casesStrong knowledge of regulatory compliance standards related to encryption and data protection controls within the banking sectorWorking knowledge and familiarity with PKI and encryption providers such as Keyfactor, Entrust, Thales, DigiCert, etc.Professional certifications in information security and encryption technologies, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Encryption Specialist (CES), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), are highly desirableAbility to translate complex business and functional requirements into structured high quality implementations using any variety of industry standard approachesAdvanced problem solving skillsAdvanced knowledge and advanced expertise in industry and/or vendor technologiesAble to solicit, gather, document, and analyze system specification and requirementsAbility to work independently and collaboratively with others in team environmentAbility to use effective facilitation skills and techniques to elicit and review requirements from a diverse range of stakeholders and group sizeUnderstanding of how supported technologies interact with other systems and services Excellent written and verbal communication skillsEffective influencing skillsAble to learn quickly in a rapid pace environmentWe support our team members with generous benefits. 

• Competitive compensation 
• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits 
• 401(k) match at 5% 
• Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements 
• Banking Officers start with 25 days PTO plus 12 paid holidays
• 40 hours paid volunteer hours per year 
• Much more. For details, see: M&T Benefits Overview 

About M&TM&T Bank is a Top 20 US bank holding company and one of the best performing and financial stable regional banks in the country, we offer our technology employees a wide range of performance-based career development opportunities. We have a strong commitment to our customers and the communities we serve, and we continue to grow with a focus on the future. So, when looking to advance your career, look to M&T. Grow with us.

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $93,581.10 - $155,968.51 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

LocationBuffalo, New York, United States of America