Senior Quantum Crypto Engineer (Remote) – PQC & Policy

engineeringjobs.net, Inc.; Charlottesville (VA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

W-2 employment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer for a 100% remote role supporting a Federal Government client.

Requires 10+ years IT experience with quantum computing and cryptography, expertise in PQC and NIST standards, and ability to communicate quantum risk to non-technical leadership. U.S. Citizenship and Public Trust security clearance are prerequisites. Certifications in IAT III, IAM III, or IASAE III are desirable.

Qualifications

• 10+ years IT experience with quantum computing and cryptography in a large organization or government agency.
• Expertise in quantum mechanics, algorithms and information theory.
• Experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq, Quipper, Microsoft QDK).
• Knowledge of post-quantum cryptography and NIST PQC standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement and test cryptographic algorithms using Python, C++, and Java.
• Advise on quantum-resistant migration plans and PQC implementation strategies.
• Assess cryptographic inventory and identify migration priorities.
• Communicate quantum risk to non-technical leadership.
• Provide policy inputs for cryptographic modernization aligned with NIST PQC standards.

Skills

Quantum computing

Cryptography

Python

C++

Java

Qiskit

Cirq

Post-quantum cryptography

NIST standards

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science / IT

Tools

Qiskit (IBM)

Cirq (Google)

Quipper

Microsoft Quantum Development Kit

Job description

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer for a 100% remote role supporting a Federal Government client.

Requires 10+ years IT experience with quantum computing and cryptography, expertise in PQC and NIST standards, and ability to communicate quantum risk to non-technical leadership. U.S. Citizenship and Public Trust security clearance are prerequisites. Certifications in IAT III, IAM III, or IASAE III are desirable.