Responsibilities

Lead assessments of organizational cryptographic systems and identify risks associated with quantum computing advances.
Develop quantum-resilient security strategies and migration roadmaps aligned with federal cybersecurity requirements.
Research, evaluate, and implement post-quantum cryptography solutions and quantum-resistant algorithms.
Advise stakeholders on quantum computing impacts to enterprise security architectures.
Conduct cryptographic inventory assessments and prioritize systems for modernization and migration.
Evaluate emerging cryptographic standards and frameworks, including NIST post-quantum cryptography standards.
Design and test cryptographic solutions using classical and quantum simulation tools.
Provide technical guidance on quantum-safe encryption, key management, and PKI solutions.
Collaborate with cybersecurity, software engineering, data science, and infrastructure teams.
Support policy development, governance, strategic planning, architecture reviews, and program activities related to cryptographic modernization.
Prepare technical reports, executive briefings, and risk assessments for government stakeholders and leadership.
Participate in technical working groups and support program-related meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements.

Requirements

At least 10 years of Information Technology experience.
At least 5 years of quantum computing and cryptography experience supporting large corporations or comparable federal agencies.
Experience with cryptographic modernization, enterprise security initiatives, emerging quantum technologies, implementation strategies, and large-scale technology initiatives.
Bachelor's degree in business administration, business management, cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, information assurance, information security, information resource management, or a related discipline.
One or more IAT Level III, IAM Level III, or IASAE Level III certifications.
Strong understanding of quantum mechanics, quantum information theory, quantum computing principles, and quantum algorithms including Shor's and Grover's algorithms.
Hands-on experience with quantum development platforms and frameworks such as IBM Qiskit, Google Cirq, Quipper, and Microsoft Quantum Development Kit.
Extensive knowledge of RSA, AES, PKI, post-quantum cryptography, quantum-resistant algorithms, cryptographic modernization, NIST standards, ISO/IEC 19790, and FIPS 203, FIPS 204, and FIPS 205.
Proficiency in Python, C++, Java, or similar programming languages for implementing and testing cryptographic solutions.
Experience with classical and quantum simulation environments, cryptographic inventories, migration strategies, policy recommendations, and technical guidance.
Strong communication, project management, and organizational skills for working with executive leadership, nontechnical audiences, and structured program environments.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier 4 / High Risk Background Investigation.

Benefits

Full-time remote position supporting Eastern Time Zone operations.
Normal federal government workdays with responsiveness required during 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time core business hours.
Routine onsite support is not anticipated, though meetings may occur at the Department of Veterans Affairs Central Office in Washington, DC.
Approximately two program-related trips per year, totaling seven trips over the life of the contract.
Opportunity to influence enterprise-wide security modernization efforts supporting critical federal missions.

Quantum Computing / Cryptography Engineer

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