Principal Solutions Architect - Quantum-Safe Networks
Core
Designing quantum-safe network architectures and migration paths for global network operators, enterprises, and government agencies to protect against future quantum computing threats.
Role type
Principal Solutions Architect (Quantum-Safe Networking)
Builds
Quantum-safe network architectures, migration playbooks, interoperability matrices, and design guides.
Domain
Cybersecurity, Quantum Computing, Network Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Enterprise network architecture, Post-quantum cryptography (PQC), Crypto-agility, Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), Network security protocols (IPsec, TLS, MACsec), Stakeholder management, Technical writing, Standards tracking (NIST, IETF)
Preferred skills
PQC migration experience, Hands-on QKD or quantum networking exposure, Vendor or hyperscaler background, Public-sector/defense/financial experience
Technologies
Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Nokia, NIST PQC standards, IETF protocols
Responsibilities
Design quantum-safe target architectures and migration paths for customer networks; Lead technical discovery workshops to assess current crypto states and build execution plans; Own technical threads in complex pursuits including RFI/RFP responses and competitive positioning; Design and run proofs of concept and interoperability tests with engineering teams; Translate field learning into reusable reference architectures and design guides; Serve as the customer's voice in the product process to define roadmap requirements; Track and contribute to evolving standards and threat landscapes; Partner with marketing and communications to build technical presence; Mentor team members on architecture patterns.
