Quantum Computing / Cryptography Engineer
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MKS2 Technologies, LLCCyber Security
Remote (Supporting Eastern Time Zone), Eastern Time Zone (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)Full-TimeSenior
Salary200,000 - 230,000 USD per year
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Job Details
- Experience
- Minimum of 10 years of Information Technology experience; Minimum of 5 years of Quantum Computing and Cryptography experience
- Required Skills
- PythonCybersecurity
Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of Information Technology experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of Quantum Computing and Cryptography experience supporting large corporations or Federal Government agencies.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Must possess IAT Level III, IAM Level III, or IASAE Level III certification.
- Expertise in quantum algorithms including Shor's Algorithm and Grover's Algorithm.
- Hands-on experience with Qiskit, Cirq, Quipper, or Microsoft Quantum Development Kit.
- Knowledge of RSA, AES, PKI, and NIST post-quantum cryptography standards.
- Proficiency in Python, C++, or Java.
- Experience with NIST, ISO/IEC 19790, FIPS 203, FIPS 204, and FIPS 205.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier 4 / High Risk Background Investigation.
- Available for approximately two trips per year.
Responsibilities
- Lead assessments of organizational cryptographic systems and identify risks associated with advancements in quantum computing.
- Develop quantum-resilient security strategies and migration roadmaps aligned with federal cybersecurity requirements.
- Research, evaluate, and implement post-quantum cryptography (PQC) solutions and quantum-resistant algorithms.
- Advise stakeholders on the impact of quantum computing technologies on 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 for implementing quantum-safe encryption, key management, and PKI solutions.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity, software engineering, data science, and infrastructure teams to integrate quantum-resistant technologies.
- Prepare technical reports, executive briefings, and risk assessments for government stakeholders and leadership.
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