Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline
Generic

Robert Hernandez

High Wycombe,Buckinghamshire

Summary

Accomplished Senior Payments Security Consultant with UK SC clearance and a solid background in Payment Hardware Security Products. Over 20 years of experience with Thales e-Security, delivering key projects for major banks in the EMEA region, including KeyBlock implementations and HSM software development. Recognized for exceptional problem resolution and customer satisfaction improvement. Knowledgeable in cloud technologies for securing data at rest and in motion.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Global Engineering Lead - Cryptography

HSBC
Canary Wharf, Tower Hamlets
11.2022 - Current
  • Defined and maintained global strategy for cryptography systems.
    Developed roadmaps to ensure timely delivery of new systems.
    Conducted research on advancements in cryptography and security.
    Performed risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and propose security measures.
    Executed cryptographic code reviews and security analyses.
    Established and updated security architectures, algorithms, and protocols.
    Ensured data confidentiality, integrity, and availability through cryptographic methods.
    Collaborated with teams to enhance security across all IT systems.

Lead Crypto Engineer - Europe

TJX Europe
Watford, Hertfordshire
12.2021 - 11.2022

Managed migration of Thales Vormetric and Key Secure encryption products to new Thales CipherTrust Manager within Azure.
Performed installations and configurations of both hardware and virtual units.
Configured Luna HSM Network 7 to strengthen encryption capabilities.

Crypto Engineer

HSBC UK
Tankersley, Barnsley
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Facilitated productive client meetings ensuring clear communication of complex technical concepts.
  • Designed innovative engineering strategies for improved productivity.
  • Implemented energy-efficient solutions in building designs, promoting sustainability.
  • Developed prototypes testing feasibility of new design concepts.
  • Trained junior engineers and provided mentorship, enhancing their skill set and knowledge base.

Lead Consultant Encryption - EMEA

Thales
Long Crendon, Buckinghamshire
08.1998 - 08.2021

Led professional services team across EMEA to deliver exceptional client solutions.

  • Integrated innovative solutions to enhance project management efficiency.
  • Managed multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Facilitated customer success initiatives to drive engagement and retention.

IQQV Consultant

Morsons - Thales CPL
Crawley, West Sussex
11.2020 - 01.2021
  • Facilitated workshops focused on skill development, boosting staff morale and productivity.
  • Liaised closely with clients throughout consulting process, ensuring satisfaction at every stage.
  • Facilitated successful negotiations between conflicting parties, achieving mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Undertook financial analysis to guide budget planning and investment decisions.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Electronics

Royal Navy
Yeovil, Somerset
09.1981 - 04.1989

Skills

Amazon Web Services expertise

Cryptography solutions

Thales and EnTrust HSMs

Cloud encryption strategies

Accomplishments

Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Documented and resolved both software and application issues which led to customers continuing to use Thales and our services

During my time at Thales I have had a number of roles where I managed a team of 7 or more team members.

Affiliations

  • In my spare time, I like walking, and have registered to board puppies for Guide Dogs for the Blind, which I look after when required. I am a Trustee for my Local Community Centre assisting with running of the centre

Timeline

Global Engineering Lead - Cryptography

HSBC
11.2022 - Current

Lead Crypto Engineer - Europe

TJX Europe
12.2021 - 11.2022

Crypto Engineer

HSBC UK
03.2021 - 12.2021

IQQV Consultant

Morsons - Thales CPL
11.2020 - 01.2021

Lead Consultant Encryption - EMEA

Thales
08.1998 - 08.2021

Higher National Diploma - Electronics

Royal Navy
09.1981 - 04.1989
Robert Hernandez