Job Description RBC is seeking a Quantum Safety Lead (Global Security) to own the end-to-end execution and governance of our post-quantum cryptography (PQC) migration program. This is a senior, board-visible mandate accountable for moving the organization from quantum threat awareness to a funded, sequenced migration that closes harvest-now-decrypt-later (HNDL) exposure ahead of cryptographically relevant quantum computer (CRQC) timelines. You will lead program delivery across Canadian and U.S. operations, coordinating a matrixed set of technology, risk, and business stakeholders.
What is the opportunity? What will you do?
Own the enterprise PQC migration roadmap and delivery execution, partnering with crypto SMEs and services leadership for technical strategy translation
Translate quantum threat horizons (CRQC probability, HNDL exposure, cryptographic maturity) into board and executive narratives, funding asks, and risk appetite decisions
Build and lead a cross-functional delivery structure spanning infrastructure, application, and data domains, driving coordination across enterprise architecture, technology risk, and business technology teams
Establish cryptographic agility as an engineering standard through design patterns, key management modernization, and lifecycle practices embedded in SDLC and vendor governance
Own quantum-related regulatory engagement across multi-jurisdictional footprint (OSFI B-13, NYDFS 23 NYCRR Part 500, OCC, FRB, FINTRAC) and industry standards-body participation
Define and report program-level metrics: cryptographic inventory coverage, migration velocity by asset criticality, third‑party PQC readiness, and residual HNDL exposure
Manage third‑party and vendor dependency risk by assessing supplier PQC roadmaps and building migration contingencies
Coordinate quantum opportunity initiatives in partnership with innovation and analytics teams,
ensuring alignment with broader bank strategy without diluting core PQC safety focus
What do you need to succeed? Must-have
10+ years in cybersecurity, technology risk, or enterprise program delivery, with prior accountability for enterprise‑scale security or infrastructure migration programs
Demonstrated experience operating in regulated financial institutions (G‑SIB or equivalent) with exposure to OSFI and U.S. federal banking regulators
Proven ability to lead through influence across matrixed organizations and build board/executive‑level narratives on complex technical emerging‑risk topics
Track record as a primary point of contact with regulators and industry bodies, managing stakeholder engagement on technical matters
Strong program delivery and governance experience: ability to establish roadmaps, metrics, reporting cadences, and cross‑functional accountability
Nice-to-have
Working knowledge of applied cryptography, PKI, and NIST post‑quantum standards (ML‑KEM, ML‑DSA
Prior experience establishing cryptographic agility or security transformation standards within large technology organizations
What’s in it for you? We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making
a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions,
and stock where applicable
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing team
Versatile work/life balance options
Opportunities to do challenging work
Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
Access to a variety of job opportunities across business
Job Skills Critical Thinking, Cyber Security Management, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Information Security Management, Information Technology Security, Interpersonal Relationship Management, IT Security Architecture, Performance Management (PM)
Additional Job Details Address:
16 YORK ST:TORONTO
City:
Toronto
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2026-08-25
Application Deadline:
2026-09-25
Note** : ** Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above.
Our Employment Opportunities At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.
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📌 Quantum Safety Lead (Global Security) (Winnipeg)
🏢 RBC
📍 Winnipeg