Remote Quantum-Ready Cryptography Engineer

Koitecc Solutions; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Post-Quantum Cryptography Engineer to support VA COSE on a remote basis. You will help design, implement, and assess enterprise cryptography strategies, aligning with NIST standards and Zero Trust principles within the VA IT environment.

The role requires deep knowledge in quantum computing, cryptography, and modern cryptographic methods, with a focus on migration to quantum-resistant algorithms across enterprise systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• Experience with quantum computing and cryptography in large orgs or gov is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in quantum computing, cryptography, and post-quantum cryptography to VA cybersecurity efforts.
• Analyze the impact of quantum computing on VA systems and cryptographic implementations.
• Develop migration plans to transition to quantum-resistant cryptography and standards.

Skills

quantum computing

cryptography

post-quantum cryptography

security architecture

risk analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Mathematics, or Computer Science

Tools

Qiskit

Cirq

Quipper

Microsoft Quantum Development Kit

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Post-Quantum Cryptography Engineer to support VA COSE on a remote basis. You will help design, implement, and assess enterprise cryptography strategies, aligning with NIST standards and Zero Trust principles within the VA IT environment.

The role requires deep knowledge in quantum computing, cryptography, and modern cryptographic methods, with a focus on migration to quantum-resistant algorithms across enterprise systems.