Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer (PQC)

Location: 100% remote within the United States; candidates from California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered

U.S. citizenship is required, and candidates must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) clearance.

Company

hirify.global provides services to a federal government client.

What you will do

• Implement and test cryptographic algorithms using Python, C++, and Java.
• Advise on quantum-resistant algorithm migration plans and post-quantum cryptography implementation strategies.
• Assess organizational cryptographic inventories and identify migration priorities.
• Communicate quantum risks to non-technical leadership and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Provide policy and guidance inputs for cryptographic modernization aligned with NIST PQC standards, including FIPS 203, 204, and 205.

Requirements

• 10+ years of IT experience, including 5 years in quantum computing and cryptography within a large corporation or government agency; a related master's degree may substitute for up to 2 years.
• Expertise in quantum mechanics, quantum algorithms such as Shor's and Grover's algorithms, and quantum information theory.
• Expertise with Qiskit, Cirq, Quipper, Microsoft Quantum Development Kit, and classical and quantum simulation tools.
• Expertise in post-quantum cryptography, quantum-resistant algorithms, and cryptographic standards including NIST and ISO/IEC 19790.
• Experience with project management or project-oriented work and configuration management in a large organization.
• U.S. citizenship, eligibility for Public Trust (MBI), and the ability to obtain a government security clearance are required.

Nice to have

• IAT III, IAM III, or IASAE III certification.
• Military veteran status.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time W-2 employment.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams with the camera on.
• A LinkedIn profile link is required during screening.

Hiring process

• Mandatory screening responses must be supported by the candidate's resume; inconsistent applications will not be considered.
• Recruiters and third parties are not considered.
• Selected applicants undergo government security and background investigations.