Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer

About the role

SSG is seeking a talented Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer for a remote position with a Federal Government client. This is a full-time role requiring an experienced professional with a Public Trust – Level 4 clearance. Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Utilize programming languages such as Python, C++, and Java for implementing and testing cryptographic algorithms
• Work with and advise on quantum resistant algorithm migration plans and post-quantum cryptography (PQC) implementation strategies
• Assess organizational cryptographical inventory and identify migration priorities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate quantum risk to non-technical leadership
• Provide policy and guidance inputs for cryptographic modernization aligned with NIST PQC standards (FIPS 203, 204, and 205)

Required Skills and Experience

• 10+ years' IT experience (5 years of which are of quantum computing and cryptography experience at a large corporation or Government agency similar in size/scope to the General Services Administration (GSA), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Department of Defense (DoD), or Department of Veterans Affairs (VA); a Master's degree in a related IT field may substitute for up to 2 years of the required experience)
• Expertise in quantum mechanics, quantum algorithms (e.g., Shor's algorithm, Grover's algorithm), and quantum information theory
• Expertise in quantum programming languages and frameworks such as Qiskit (IBM), Cirq (Google), Quipper, and Microsoft Quantum Development Kit
• Expertise in post-quantum cryptography and quantum resistant algorithms
• Expertise in existing cryptographic standards and frameworks (e.g. NIST, ISO/IEC 19790)
• Expertise with classical and quantum simulation tools
• Expertise in project management or working in a project-oriented environment with an understanding of how configuration management fits into the overall project lifecycle within a large corporation or Government agency
• Occasional travel may be required as part of this effort
• U.S. Citizenship required for this position

Professional Certifications

• Certifications in one or more of the following: IAT III, IAM III, or IASAE III certifications

Formal Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Information Security, Information Resource Management, or related fields

Security Clearance Requirements

Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI). U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity.