Remote Quantum Cryptography Engineer – PQC & Quantum Risk

Socket.dev; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer for a predominantly remote role supporting a Federal Government client. The position requires 10+ years of IT experience with quantum cryptography, and U.S. citizenship for access to secured programs.

Responsibilities include implementing cryptographic algorithms, advising on PQC migration, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to explain quantum risks to leadership while aligning with NIST PQC standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years IT experience with quantum computing and cryptography
• Master’s degree may substitute for up to 2 years of experience
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain government security clearance

Responsibilities

• Implement and test cryptographic algorithms using Python, C++, and Java
• Advise on migration plans for PQC implementation strategies
• Assess cryptographic inventory and migration priorities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate quantum risk to leadership
• Provide policy inputs for cryptographic modernization per NIST PQC standards (FIPS 203–205)

Skills

Quantum cryptography

Quantum algorithms

Python

C++

Java

Post-quantum cryptography

NIST PQC standards

Communication with leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT related field

Tools

Qiskit

Cirq

Quipper

MS Quantum Development Kit

Job description

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer for a predominantly remote role supporting a Federal Government client. The position requires 10+ years of IT experience with quantum cryptography, and U.S. citizenship for access to secured programs.

Responsibilities include implementing cryptographic algorithms, advising on PQC migration, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to explain quantum risks to leadership while aligning with NIST PQC standards.