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About Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting
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As a Cryptography Engineer, you will implement post-quantum cryptography solution architectures across various reference architectures, including enterprise IT and space-based systems. You will be responsible for transitioning products and environments to post-quantum standards while analyzing advanced methodologies through the lens of operating system environments and specialized space protocols. Your daily work involves performing qualitative security audits, assessing vendor supply chains, and managing documentation, validation, and accreditation processes to meet information assurance requirements. The role requires proficiency in Python, Rust, or C++, along with expertise in Public Key Infrastructure, cloud architectures, and key management strategies. You will utilize your knowledge of network protocols and cybersecurity risk management to protect assets from unauthorized access. This position addresses the critical challenge of securing infrastructure against emerging quantum threats within both terrestrial and satellite communication environments.
Post-Quantum Cryptography
Python
Rust
C++
Cybersecurity
Network Engineering
Public Key Infrastructure
Linux
Windows
Cloud Architecture
Key Management
Trusted Compute
Digital Forensics
Penetration Testing
Information Assurance
Risk Management
Governance, Risk, and Compliance
Post-Quantum Cryptography
Python
Rust
C++
AWS
EC2
IAM
VPC
KMS
Linux
Windows
Network Engineering
Public Key Infrastructure
Cybersecurity
Digital Forensics
Penetration Testing
Secure Software Development
Information Assurance
Post-Quantum Cryptography
Quantum Computing
Cryptography
Python
C++
Java
Qiskit
Cirq
Quipper
Microsoft Quantum Development Kit
PKI
RSA
AES
NIST Frameworks
Zero Trust
FIPS 203
FIPS 204
FIPS 205
DevSecOps
Key Management
Cryptographic Algorithms
Security Architecture
key-management
Black-box Testing
Cybersecurity
Secure Communication Protocols
verification, and validation
Integration
Technical Specifications
AI
Systems Engineering