Post-Quantum Crypto SME — Federal Advisory & Strategy

Blu Omega Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

EAP and mental health resources

Telehealth options

Pet insurance

Paid time off

Paid federal holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Blu Omega Inc. seeks a Post-Quantum Cryptography Subject Matter Expert to support federal cybersecurity modernization efforts including cryptographic strategy and quantum-resistant security planning.

The role operates in a federal/defense environment, focusing on cryptographic risk analysis, encryption modernization, and advisory support for mission-driven programs. Onsite with hybrid options possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Cybersecurity, CS, Math, Engineering or IS.
• Experience supporting cybersecurity, cryptography, encryption, secure communications, cyber policy or cryptographic modernization.
• Knowledge of cryptographic concepts incl. PKI, encryption algorithms, key management and quantum-resistant crypto.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis, planning and advisory efforts on post-quantum cryptography and modernization.
• Assess encryption methods, cryptographic dependencies and risks from quantum threats.
• Help develop strategies to transition to quantum-resistant standards.
• Contribute to cybersecurity policy, governance, risk management and compliance for cryptographic systems.
• Prepare documentation, briefings, white papers and assessments for government stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud, communications, systems engineering and mission teams.
• Translate cryptographic concepts into clear guidance for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support discussions on secure communications, data protection, identity systems and mission security.

Skills

Post-quantum cryptography

Cryptography

Secure communications

Cybersecurity policy

Risk analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/Math/Engineering/IS

Tools

PKI

RMF

Zero Trust

Job description

Blu Omega Inc. seeks a Post-Quantum Cryptography Subject Matter Expert to support federal cybersecurity modernization efforts including cryptographic strategy and quantum-resistant security planning.

The role operates in a federal/defense environment, focusing on cryptographic risk analysis, encryption modernization, and advisory support for mission-driven programs. Onsite with hybrid options possible.