Quantum Computing Cryptography Engineer
Core
Engineer leading quantum computing and post-quantum cryptography (PQC) modernization for the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to secure systems against future quantum threats.
Role type
Senior IC Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer
Builds
Quantum-resistant cryptographic standards, migration strategies, and secure solution architectures for VA enterprise systems.
Domain
Government Cybersecurity / Quantum Computing / Cryptography
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Quantum mechanics, Quantum information theory, Post-quantum cryptography (PQC), Cryptographic protocols (RSA, AES, PKI), Risk assessment, Systems engineering, Python, C++, Java, Qiskit, Cirq, Microsoft Quantum Development Kit
Preferred skills
NIST PQC standards (FIPS 203/204/205), Crypto-agile architecture design, Security posture assessment, Technical prototyping and modeling
Technologies
Qiskit, Cirq, Quipper, Microsoft Quantum Development Kit, Python, C++, Java
Responsibilities
Assess existing cryptographic technologies and evaluate quantum-related cybersecurity risks; Develop and maintain enterprise cryptographic inventory and risk-based migration plans; Recommend PQC migration strategies aligned with NIST standards; Evaluate interoperability and security impacts of replacing legacy cryptographic technologies; Support security architecture reviews and develop secure solution architectures; Conduct technical analysis and prototyping using classical and quantum simulation tools.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
