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Location: London, UK
Role Overview
We are looking for an Android Security Specialist to join the XDP business unit at Barclays. This role is dedicated to enhancing the security posture of our Android applications through the implementation of robust identity and access management (CIAM) frameworks. You will be responsible for the technical execution of cryptographic protocols and the integration of enterprise authentication SDKs, ensuring that our mobile platforms remain at the forefront of digital security.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Identity Integration: Lead the implementation of Ping/ForgeRock SDKs for Android, ensuring consistent and secure authentication flows across the platform.
- Protocol Implementation: Work on the client-side implementation of Crypto Protocols as defined by the CISO, ensuring high-performance execution.
- Networking & Security: Utilize OkHTTP and other standard libraries to ensure secure data transit and certificate pinning.
- Secure Storage: Manage the lifecycle of security keys using the Android Keystore and biometric authentication (Fingerprint/Face).
- Demonstration & Testing: Build functional prototypes for the “ACME Bank” environment to test and showcase CIAM capabilities.
- Core Android: Deep proficiency in Kotlin and Java, with a strong understanding of the Android SDK.
- Hardware Security: Expertise in the Android Keystore, Biometric API, and secure key generation.
- Authentication SDKs: Practical experience with Ping, ForgeRock, or similar IAM platforms (Okta, Auth0, etc.).
- Experience: Background in building secure mobile solutions for banks or regulated enterprise-level organizations.
Barclays is a British universal bank, diversified by business, by customer type, and by geography. Its businesses include consumer banking and payments operations worldwide, as well as a top-tier global corporate and investment bank, all supported by its service company which provides technology, operations, and functional services across the Group.
Our Values
Everything Barclays does is shaped by five values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. These values underpin how Barclays builds trust with clients, delivers results, and measures success – not just by what is achieved, but by how it is achieved.
Diversity
Barclays is committed to building an inclusive culture where colleagues of all backgrounds feel confident bringing their whole selves to work. Diversity of thought, talent, and experience drives the bank’s ability to deliver excellence.
Hybrid Working
This role is based in London, UK
Your Benefits
As a contract employee of Randstad Sourceright, you’ll receive a wide range of financial and personal benefits. There’s enrolment in a pension plan (after 12 weeks on assignment) and holiday pay. You’ll also get 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme, designed to help you deal with any problems that could be affecting your home or work life. Plus, there’s discounts at heaps of high street shops, restaurants and entertainment - from Asda to Zizzi Italian restaurants.
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