Manager, Cryptographer

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people across more than 200 countries and territories. Together with our customers, we are building a sustainable economy where everyone can thrive. We offer a variety of digital payment solutions that make transactions secure, simple, smart, and accessible. By combining our technology, innovation, partnerships, and global networks, we deliver unique products and services that help individuals, businesses, and governments unlock their full potential.

Title:

Manager, Cryptographer

Overview:

Mastercard is a leading global technology company in the payments industry, providing innovative payment solutions and services that connect individuals and businesses worldwide. Our success is driven by our people, technology, data, and brand. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, world-class culture that empowers our employees to make a lasting impact on the global community. Join us and discover how you can start something priceless.

The EMV & Digital Devices Team is seeking a cryptographer to join the security team responsible for designing and architecting cryptographic solutions for Mastercard’s innovative payment technologies. The ideal candidate will be a motivated, intellectually curious, and analytical individual with a passion for creating impactful payment solutions on a global scale.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate in a small team responsible for the cryptography and security of Mastercard chip card applications, including support for mobile and cloud technologies.
• Perform ongoing risk analysis for chip card payments on a global scale, balancing security and ease-of-use while considering evolving technical and regulatory factors.
• Design and maintain security requirements and solutions to mitigate payment fraud risks, whether actual or anticipated, ensuring adaptability to a global ecosystem with diverse payment methods and regional regulations.
• Work as part of a broader chip team to develop payment solutions through their full lifecycle—from ideation to proof-of-concept development, security evaluation, and commercialization.
• Deliver specifications and documentation to help customers and partners develop and deploy best-in-class payment solutions.
• Act as an ambassador for Mastercard’s payment solutions, providing insights to internal teams and engaging with industry experts.
• Represent Mastercard in global discussions on payment security, particularly through organizations like EMVCo, contributing to the international standardization of cryptography for payments.

All About You:

• A university degree in Mathematics or Computer Science, with a preference for MSc or PhD qualifications.
• Proficiency in research-level cryptography, including RSA, ECC, and PQC.
• A strong understanding of random number generation, probability theory, quantum physics, and quantum computing.
• Programming experience, ideally with smart card or HSM cryptography, and exposure to quality engineering processes.
• Knowledge or experience with network infrastructure and technology is a plus.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written, with excellent presentation and communication skills, including experience collaborating with business stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to work with diverse cross-functional teams and external partners in a global setting.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a global team to solve technical challenges in a fast-paced, evolving industry.
• Willing to travel internationally as required.

Corporate Security Responsibility:

Every individual working for or on behalf of Mastercard is responsible for maintaining information security, and must:

• Adhere to Mastercard’s security policies and practices.
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of all accessed information.
• Report any suspected information security violations or breaches.
• Complete all mandatory security training as per Mastercard’s guidelines.