Cryptography - Post-Quantum Research Lead

RoShay Services; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

RoShay Services in Dallas seeks a seasoned leader to drive quantum security offerings, build executive relationships, and guide engagements with senior stakeholders.

You will manage a high-performance delivery team, oversee financial performance, and develop thought leadership to raise market visibility. Travel up to 30% is required as part of client work in the US. The role launches scalable service models, attracts top technical talent, and ensures integrity and compliance across engagements.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years’ experience with PQC standards (CNSA 2.0, NIST) and enterprise implementation strategies.
• Master's degree preferred; Bachelor's degree required.
• Proven success in building consulting offerings and leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Define go-to-market strategies with CISOs, CIOs and other leaders.
• Drive client acquisition through compelling ROI cases.
• Lead scalable delivery teams while meeting quality and financial targets.
• Develop thought leadership through whitepapers and speaking engagements.
• Innovate service delivery tailored to quantum security.
• Attract, mentor, and retain specialized technical talent.
• Uphold professional standards and foster respectful work environment.

Skills

PQC standards

NIST standards

P&L management

Cross-functional leadership

Vendor partnerships

C-suite engagement

Go-to-market narratives

Travel up to 30%

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree required

Job description

Role Overview

The position involves leading the development and execution of quantum security offerings, building executive relationships, and guiding client engagements with senior stakeholders. The role includes managing a high‑performance delivery team, overseeing financial performance, and developing thought leadership to enhance market visibility. Additionally, the role requires launching scalable service models, attracting technical talent, and maintaining professional integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Define go-to-market strategies and cultivate relationships with CISOs, CIOs, and other leaders
• Drive client acquisition through compelling presentations and ROI cases
• Build and scale delivery teams while ensuring quality and financial targets
• Develop thought leadership initiatives like whitepapers and speaking engagements
• Innovate service delivery methodologies tailored to quantum security
• Attract, mentor, and retain specialized technical talent
• Uphold professional standards and foster a respectful work environment

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum eight years’ experience with PQC standards (CNSA 2.0, NIST) and enterprise implementation strategies
• Master's degree preferred; Bachelor's degree required
• Proven success in building consulting offerings, managing P&L, and leading cross-functional teams
• Experience negotiating partnerships with vendors like Google and IBM
• Knowledge of global quantum security regulations and ability to engage C‑suite audiences
• Skilled in developing go-to-market narratives and practice visibility through thought leadership
• Ability to travel up to 30%; eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship