Remote Quantum Cryptography Engineer (PQC/NIST)

engineeringjobs.net, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group is seeking a Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer for a 100% remote, U.S.-based role. The candidate must have extensive quantum computing and cryptography experience and be eligible for a Public Trust level security clearance.

Responsibilities include implementing cryptographic algorithms, advising on PQC migration plans, and communicating quantum risk to non-technical leadership while ensuring alignment with NIST PQC standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT experience with quantum computing and cryptography.
• Master's degree may substitute for up to 2 years of experience.
• Expertise in quantum mechanics, algorithms, and information theory.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Python, C++, and Java to implement and test cryptographic algorithms.
• Advise on migration plans for quantum-resistant algorithms and PQC strategies.
• Assess cryptographic inventory and identify migration priorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to explain quantum risk to leadership.
• Provide policy inputs for cryptographic modernization aligned with NIST PQC standards.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Quantum mechanics

Quantum algorithms

Qiskit

Cirq

Quipper

Microsoft Quantum Development Kit

NIST PQC standards knowledge

Education

Master's degree in related IT field

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Qiskit (IBM)

Cirq (Google)

Quipper

Microsoft Quantum Development Kit

Job description

Syms Strategic Group is seeking a Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer for a 100% remote, U.S.-based role. The candidate must have extensive quantum computing and cryptography experience and be eligible for a Public Trust level security clearance.

Responsibilities include implementing cryptographic algorithms, advising on PQC migration plans, and communicating quantum risk to non-technical leadership while ensuring alignment with NIST PQC standards.