Quantum Computing / Cryptography Engineer (R-00219)

Far Coder; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Best medical coverage

401k match

Job summary

True Zero Technologies is seeking a Quantum Computing / Cryptography Engineer for a remote, international role. The candidate will research, design, and implement quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions and migrate traditional cryptography to PQC standards across enterprise systems.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years IT experience with 5+ years in quantum computing and cryptography, plus strong programming skills in Python, Java, and C++. Collaboration with security architects will be ongoing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years IT experience with 5+ years in Quantum Computing & Cryptography
• Master’s degree may substitute for up to 2 years of experience
• Expertise in quantum mechanics, algorithms, and information theory
• Experience with quantum programming languages and cryptographic protocols
• Familiarity with NIST PQC standards and PKI concepts
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, and Java
• Experience communicating quantum risks to non-technical leadership

Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions (PQC)
• Assess enterprise systems for quantum threats and migration needs
• Design cryptographic modernization and migration strategies
• Develop and test cryptographic algorithms and libraries
• Implement quantum-safe algorithms and PKI integration
• Conduct cryptographic testing, security analysis, and benchmarking
• Create migration roadmaps and cryptographic inventories
• Collaborate with architects and engineers on quantum-security requirements

Skills

Python

Java

Quantum algorithms

C++

PKI

Education

Master's degree in IT/related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Qiskit

Cirq

Quipper

MS Quantum Development Kit

Job description

Truezerotech is hiring a remote candidate for Quantum Computing / Cryptography Engineer (R-00219). This is a full time position. Work location: UK, USA, Canada. The role typically involves technologies such as Python, Java, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Configuration Management, Enterprise Systems, Excel.

True Zero Technologies, a veteran-owned small business, was founded on the principle that the purposeful enablement of people and technology in an organization directly ties to the quality of its outcomes. True Zero recognizes that those outcomes begin and end with our people, and that is what we have built a community of like-minded, driven, and passionate individuals and innovators who are aligned in a common goal of delivering top-tier services to our customers. Our culture and commitment have been recognized through numerous accolades, including being named one of the Best Places to Work in 2023 in two categories ("Prosperous and Thriving" ($5MM-$50MM in gross revenue) and "Mid-Atlantic Region" (DC, DE, MD, NC, VA, WV)), and again in 2025 as a Best Places to Work honoree. In addition, True Zero earned coveted spots on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America in 2022, 2023, and 2025, a testament to our sustained growth driven by our people-first approach and unwavering dedication to excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Research, design, and evaluate quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions, including post-quantum cryptography (PQC) algorithms and emerging quantum-safe security standards.
• Assess existing enterprise systems, applications, protocols, and cryptographic implementations to identify vulnerabilities associated with current and future quantum computing threats.
• Design and implement cryptographic modernization and migration strategies for transitioning from traditional public-key cryptography to quantum-resistant algorithms.
• Develop, prototype, test, and optimize cryptographic algorithms, libraries, APIs, and security components for integration into enterprise applications and infrastructure.
• Evaluate and implement NIST-standardized post-quantum cryptographic algorithms, including appropriate key establishment and digital signature mechanisms.
• Perform cryptographic testing, security analysis, performance benchmarking, and interoperability testing to validate algorithm implementations and identify potential weaknesses.
• Develop crypto-agility architectures that allow organizations to efficiently replace or update cryptographic algorithms, protocols, certificates, and keys as security requirements evolve.
• Support the integration of quantum-safe cryptography with PKI, identity management, TLS, VPNs, cloud platforms, network security systems, applications, and data-protection technologies.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity architects, software engineers, researchers, and system owners to translate quantum-security requirements into practical technical solutions and implementation standards.
• Produce technical documentation, architecture guidance, migration roadmaps, cryptographic inventories, risk assessments, and recommendations supporting organizational post-quantum readiness and cryptographic modernization.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years IT experience of which at least 5 years are of Quantum Computing and Cryptography experience at a large corporation or Government agency similar in size/scope to GSA, IRS, DoD or VA.
• A Master’s degree in a related IT field may substitute for up to 2 years of the required experience.
• Expertise in quantum mechanics, quantum algorithms (e.g., Shor’s algorithm, Grover’s algorithm), and quantum information theory.
• Expertise in quantum programming languages and frameworks such as Qiskit (IBM), Cirq (Google), Quipper, and Microsoft Quantum Development Kit.
• Expertise in cryptographic protocols (e.g., RSA, AES) and principles of public-key infrastructure (PKI).
• Expertise in post-quantum cryptography and quantum-resistant algorithms.
• Expertise in existing cryptographic standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO/IEC 19790).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and Java for implementing and testing cryptographic algorithms.
• Expertise with classical and quantum simulation tools.
• Expertise working with and advising on quantum-resistant algorithm migration plans and post-quantum cryptography (PQC) implementation strategies.
• Expertise assessing organizational cryptographic inventory and identifying migration priorities.
• Expertise collaborating with cross-functional teams to communicate quantum risk to non-technical leadership.
• Experience providing policy and guidance inputs for cryptographic modernization aligned with NIST PQC standards (FIPS 203, 204, 205).
• Expertise in project management or working in a project-oriented environment, with an understanding of how configuration management fits into the overall project lifecycle within a large corporation and Government agency similar in size/scope to GSA, IRS, DoD or VA.
• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Information Security, Information Resource Management, or related fields.
• Certification in one or more of the following: IAT III IAM III IASAE III

We’re actively searching for talented security and technology practitioners who are ready to experience the True Zero difference.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, paid twice per month
• Best in class medical coverage
• 100% of medical premiums covered by True Zero
• Company wide new business incentive programs
• Contribution Incentives (i.e. white papers, blog posts, internal webinars, etc.)
• 3 weeks of PTO starting + 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• 401k Program with 100% company match on the first 4%
• Monthly reimbursement of Cell Phone and Home Internet costs
• Paternity/Maternity Leave
• Investment in training and certifications to broaden and deepen your technical skills

Skills required for this role include Python, Java, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and related tools for day-to-day development. Seniority level: Senior.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.