Quantum Computing, Cryptography Engineer

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Quantum cryptography engineer supporting PingWind’s federal government cybersecurity services. Developing post-quantum migration strategies and cryptographic modernization solutions.

Responsibilities:

  • Assess quantum technologies and their potential cybersecurity and cryptographic impacts
  • Evaluate cryptographic protocols, algorithms, standards, and PKI to identify modernization priorities
  • Develop quantum-resistant algorithm migration plans and PQC implementation strategies
  • Assess cryptographic inventories and prioritize systems requiring migration or remediation
  • Develop, implement, and test cryptographic and quantum solutions using applicable programming and simulation tools
  • Provide guidance aligned with NIST PQC standards, including FIPS 203, 204, and 205
  • Communicate quantum risks and migration recommendations to technical and nontechnical stakeholders
  • Collaborate with technical teams and leadership to evaluate emerging technologies and develop implementation strategies
  • Support enterprise cryptographic modernization, risk reduction, and the government client's long-term cybersecurity posture

Requirements:

  • Ability to obtain and maintain the required VA background investigation/suitability determination and system access
  • Certification in one or more of the following: IAT III, IAM III or IASAE III certifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Information Security, Information Resource Management, or related fields
  • Minimum of 10 years IT experience, including at least 5 years of Quantum Computing and Cryptography experience
  • Experience at a large corporation or Government agency similar in size/scope to GSA, IRS, DoD or VA
  • Expertise in quantum computing, cryptographic protocols, and PQC
  • Experience developing or advising on quantum-resistant migration strategies
  • Expertise in project management or working in a project-oriented environment
  • Understanding of configuration management within the overall project lifecycle
  • Travel may be required for meetings, training, presentations, or briefings with project stakeholders

Benefits:

  • Eleven Federal Holidays
  • Paid Time Off accrued each pay period
  • Parental Leave
  • Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule
  • Continuing education assistance
  • Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)
  • 529 College Savings Plan
  • Legal Insurance
  • Pet Insurance