Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer

1 hour, 39 minutes ago
Full-time
Senior
Cybersecurity
Pingwind

Pingwind

Pingwind specializes in providing cybersecurity, information technology, and supply chain services to assist clients in securing their information, modernizing their systems, and optimizing performance.

Internet Software & Services
51-250
Founded 2012

Description

  • Assess quantum technologies and their cybersecurity and cryptographic impacts.
  • Evaluate cryptographic protocols, algorithms, standards, and PKI to identify modernization priorities.
  • Develop quantum-resistant algorithm migration plans and post-quantum cryptography implementation strategies.
  • Assess cryptographic inventories and prioritize systems for migration or remediation.
  • Develop, implement, and test cryptographic and quantum solutions using 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.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, information assurance, or a related field.
  • At least 10 years of IT experience, including 5 years of quantum computing and cryptography experience.
  • Experience supporting a large corporation or government agency comparable in size and scope to GSA, IRS, DoD, or VA.
  • Expertise in quantum computing, cryptographic protocols, and post-quantum cryptography.
  • Experience developing or advising on quantum-resistant migration strategies.
  • Experience with project management or project-oriented environments, including configuration management across the project lifecycle.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain the required VA background investigation, suitability determination, and system access.
  • IAT III, IAM III, or IASAE III certification; these certifications may substitute for a relevant bachelor’s degree or 4 years of relevant experience.
  • A master’s degree in a related IT field may substitute for up to 2 years of required experience.
  • Advanced degree, federal cryptographic modernization experience, and hands-on PQC implementation or migration experience are preferred.

Benefits

  • Salary range of $121,000–$169,000.
  • Remote work with paid travel when required for stakeholder meetings, training, presentations, or briefings.
  • Eleven federal holidays and paid time off.
  • Parental leave and continuing education assistance.
  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and AD&D insurance, with employer medical contributions.
  • 401(k) plan with competitive matching and vesting schedule.
  • Wellness benefits, including Calm Health and a WellHub gym subsidy.
  • Flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, legal insurance, pet insurance, and 529 college savings plan.

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