Post-Quantum Crypto Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Cryptography Engineer to implement post-quantum cryptography (PQC) across reference architectures, including enterprise IT and space-based systems. You will analyze operating systems, networks, and space protocols, conduct security audits, and guide accreditation processes to ensure IA compliance.

Ideal candidates have a background in cryptography, cybersecurity, or systems engineering, with programming in Python, Rust, or C++, and a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.

Qualifications

• Experience in applied cryptography, cybersecurity, systems engineering, or software development.
• Experience evaluating trust architectures, network protocols, and vendor security risks.
• Experience programming in Python, Rust, or C++.
• Experience with cloud architectures and key management strategies.
• Experience leading small technical projects.
• Knowledge of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and secure network protocols.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for varied audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative security audits of organizational readiness and assess vendor security risks.
• Oversee, evaluate, and support documentation, validation, assessment, and accreditation processes for IA and security requirements.
• Provide strategic feedback on cryptographic implementations and PQC transition plans.

Skills

Applied cryptography

Cybersecurity

Systems engineering

Software development

Python/Rust/C++

Cloud architectures

PKI

Leadership

Vendor security

Technical translation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks a Cryptography Engineer to implement post-quantum cryptography (PQC) across reference architectures, including enterprise IT and space-based systems. You will analyze operating systems, networks, and space protocols, conduct security audits, and guide accreditation processes to ensure IA compliance.

Ideal candidates have a background in cryptography, cybersecurity, or systems engineering, with programming in Python, Rust, or C++, and a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.