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Staff Encryption Engineer

AT CVS Health
CVS Health

Staff Encryption Engineer

Springfield, IL

Bring your heart to CVS Health. Every one of us at CVS Health shares a single, clear purpose: Bringing our heart to every moment of your health. This purpose guides our commitment to deliver enhanced human-centric health care for a rapidly changing world. Anchored in our brand - with heart at its center - our purpose sends a personal message that how we deliver our services is just as important as what we deliver.

Our Heart At Work Behaviors™ support this purpose. We want everyone who works at CVS Health to feel empowered by the role they play in transforming our culture and accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver solutions to make health care more personal, convenient and affordable.Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Encryption Engineer /Encryption Subject Matter Expert (SME). As an SME, you will play a crucial role in our organization by providing expert guidance and leadership in all matters related to encryption technologies and practices.

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This is a technical design and engineering role. The Data Integrity Staff Security Engineer is an important member of the Data Integrity Services team focused on working with cutting-edge technology to manage the risk of current and emerging threats.

This role is in-line with CVS Health strategic initiatives to protect data and reduce data loss risks. The ideal candidate will have proven success implementing innovated tools and processes in support of data protection requirements.This is a hybrid role and Ideal candidate can be located in any of these states and work in hybrid model - IL, TX, AZ, GA, NJ & RIPrimary Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Conduct in-depth research and analysis of encryption algorithms, protocols, and implementations.
  • Design and architect secure encryption solutions tailored to meet organizational needs.
  • Evaluate and recommend encryption technologies, tools, and frameworks.
  • Develop encryption standards, policies, and procedures in alignment with industry best practices and compliance requirements.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to teams involved in encryption-related projects.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate encryption solutions into existing systems and applications.
  • Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure the effectiveness and integrity of encryption implementations.
  • Stay updated with emerging trends, threats, and developments in encryption and cybersecurity domains.
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for technical escalations related to encryption technologies.
Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of experience in Information Technology.
  • 4+ years of experience working as an Encryption SME or in a similar role.
  • 4+ years of experience in encryption algorithms (e.g., AES, RSA), protocols (e.g., TLS/SSL), and key management practices.
  • 4+ years of experience in cryptographic libraries, tools, and technologies.
  • 4+ years of experience in developing encryption strategies and implementing encryption solutions in enterprise environments.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards related to encryption (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS).
  • Industry certifications such as SANS, CISSP, CISM, or CISA.
  • Experience with cloud-based encryption solutions (e.g., AWS KMS, Azure Key Vault).
  • Publications or contributions to the field of cryptography and encryption .
  • Ability to manage a high degree of complexity and distill information that provides clear direction.
Education
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (HS diploma + 4 years relevant experience)
Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:$106,605.00 - $260,590.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.

In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an organization that puts our heart into caring for our colleagues and our communities. The Company offers a full range of medical, dental, and vision benefits. Eligible employees may enroll in the Company's 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees. The Company provides a fully-paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long term disability benefits. CVS Health also offers numerous well-being programs, education assistance, free development courses, a CVS store discount, and discount programs with participating partners. As for time off, Company employees enjoy Paid Time Off ("PTO") or vacation pay, as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, sick time and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies.

For more detailed information on available benefits, please visit Benefits | CVS HealthWe anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 12/31/2024Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Client-provided location(s): Springfield, IL, USA
Job ID: CVS-R0312364_1002
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program