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Centene Corporation

Cryptographic Governance Lead

Centene Corporation, Florida, New York, United States

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Position Purpose

Leads the Cryptographic Governance Program within Enterprise Privacy and Security Risk Management (EPSRM). Provides subject matter expertise to IT and Cybersecurity capability owners who are responsible for implementing the solutions. Works with capability owners, ensuring that cryptographic controls are effectively implemented to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual obligations.

Design, implement and operationalize the Cryptographic Governance Program, including identifying any staffing needs. Analyze monitoring and assessments to identify weaknesses and vulnerabilities; collaborate with capability owners to address root causes. Develop and maintain cryptographic policies and standards aligned with industry and regulatory requirements (e.g., encryption, key lifecycle management, certificate management, etc.). Define and track KPI’s and metrics to assess risk and maturity; communicate findings to leadership and stakeholders. Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes; communicate relevant developments to internal stakeholders. Identify emerging and deprecated cryptographic algorithms, coordinate transition planning with impacted teams. Maintain expertise in relevant frameworks and standards (e.g. NIST 800-53, FIPS 140). Ensure timely remediation of identified weaknesses; assist in removing blockers as needed. Document and maintain governance processes and procedures. Develop and promote an enterprise cryptographic strategy and use cases for both on-premises and cloud environments. Collaborate with capability owners (e.g., security engineering, operations, IT infrastructure, application teams (to ensure solutions meet internal standards. Provide guidance on cryptographic techniques such as hashing, key combinations, and digital signatures to ensure data confidentiality and integrity. Define requirements for encryption tools and platforms (e.g., AWS KMS, Azure Key Vault, HSMs, and TLS infrastructure). Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's Degree Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Cryptography or related field required

Master's Degree Cybersecurity, Mathematics, Cryptography or related field preferred

5+ years Cryptographic governance or related cybersecurity roles required

Deep understanding of cryptographic algorithms, standards, and protocols (e.g., AES, RSA, TLS) required

Proven experience with PKI, key lifecycle management, and encryption across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments required

Knowledge of data security platforms such as Splunk, Varonis, and the Thales suite of tools required

Experience in large, complex organizations and/or healthcare

Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional preferred

Certified Security Software Lifecycle Professional preferred

Certified Cloud Security Professional preferred

Pay Range $105,600.00 - $195,400.00 per year

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act Seniority level

Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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