Director, Post-Quantum Cryptography

Kpmg-0828bc85; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG LLP is seeking a Director, Post-Quantum Cryptography to join our Advisory Services practice in the United States. You will define go-to-market strategies for quantum security offerings and build executive relationships with CISOs, CIOs, and other senior stakeholders.

You will lead a high-performance delivery team, oversee project margins and P&L, and develop thought leadership through whitepapers and conference talks while mentoring colleagues and shaping scalable service models.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of recent PQC experience at enterprise level.
• Master's degree preferred; Bachelor's required.
• Proven ability to build and scale consulting offerings and manage P&L.
• Experience negotiating partnerships with tech vendors (Google, IBM).
• Strong engagement with C-suite and board audiences.
• Travel up to 30%.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship now or in future.

Responsibilities

• Define go-to-market strategy for quantum security offerings and manage executive relationships.
• Build and scale a high-performance delivery team and oversee P&L.
• Develop thought leadership through whitepapers and speaking engagements.
• Launch scalable methodologies and service models for quantum security.
• Attract and mentor specialized technical talent and plan succession.
• Maintain integrity and a respectful work environment.

Skills

PQC standards

CNSA 2.0

Executive relations

P&L management

Cross-functional leadership

Go-to-market strategy

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree required

Job description

The KPMG Advisory practice is at the forefront of transformation, offering excellent opportunities for individuals to advance their careers and expertise with KPMG. Looking ahead, we anticipate continued evolution and success within the practice, fostering both personal and professional development, thereby creating new pathways for growth. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility, and leading market tools, we help our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.

KPMG is currently seeking a Director, Post-Quantum Cryptography to join our Advisory Services practice.

Responsibilities:

• Define the go-to-market strategy for our quantum security offerings; develop and maintain executive-level relationships with key accounts, guiding client engagements with CISOs, CIOs, and other senior stakeholders; deliver compelling presentations and ROI business cases to drive client acquisition
• Build and scale a high-performance delivery team to achieve growth targets while maintaining quality; oversee financial performance, ensuring project margins, resource utilization, and P&L accountability
• Develop thought leadership strategies, including whitepapers and speaking engagements, to enhance KPMG's brand as a quantum security market leader; mentor team members to establish them as recognized industry experts
• Launch new methodologies and scalable service models tailored to quantum security domains, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, differentiated solutions
• Attract and nurture specialized technical talent, fostering a collaborative culture and supporting succession planning through effective mentorship
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications:

• Minimum eight years of recent experience with PQC standards (CNSA 2.0, NIST) and implementation strategies at the enterprise level
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required
• Proven ability to build and scale consulting offerings, manage P&L, and lead cross-functional teams in high-growth settings
• Demonstrated success in negotiating and executing partnerships with leading technology vendors, such as Google and IBM
• Awareness of global quantum security regulations and critical infrastructure mandates; strong ability to engage C-suite and board-level audiences, translating complex concepts into actionable business strategies
• Experience crafting go-to-market narratives and building practice visibility through white papers and conference talks
• Travel up to 30%
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

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