As a Post Quantum Cryptography Engineer at our cutting-edge technology firm, you will join a dynamic team focused on advancing cybersecurity through the implementation of post-quantum cryptography (PQC) solutions. Your primary responsibilities include transitioning products and systems to PQC standards, analyzing network configurations, and ensuring information system safety. You will leverage your expertise in software development, cybersecurity, and network engineering to develop advanced methodologies for PQC analysis. Key skills required are experience with Python, Rust, or C++, knowledge of secure network protocols, and the ability to create technical documentation for accreditation efforts. Ideal candidates also have a background in cloud architectures, key management strategies, and contributions to cryptographic standards. This role demands a deep understanding of cybersecurity risk management and governance tools, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about securing systems against future threats.
Skills
Python
Rust
C++
Linux
Windows
Post-Quantum Cryptography
Public Key Infrastructure
Cloud Architectures
Key Management Strategies
Digital Forensics
Secure Software Development
Penetration Testing
CI/CD
What you'll do
Implement post-quantum cryptography solution architectures across various reference models.
Transition products, systems, and environments to comply with post-quantum standards.
Analyze operating system environments and network configurations for PQC methodologies.
Ensure the safety of information system assets through cybersecurity expertise.
Oversee documentation, validation, assessment, and accreditation processes for IA compliance.
Develop technical documentation supporting accreditation efforts in information security.
What we're looking for
Experience as a PQC scientist or engineer.
Expertise in software development, cybersecurity, and network engineering.
Proficiency in Python, Rust, or C++ for low-level programming.
Knowledge of secure network protocols, public key infrastructure, and related services.
Ability to develop technical documentation for accreditation efforts.
Bachelor's degree in Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science.
Market check
Salary context
This
$77,600–$176,000
range sits above
10%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$124,900–$218,500
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$142,450–$195,812
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
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
Booz Allen Hamilton currently has
629 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$86,800–$198,000
across 616 roles with salary data.
Python
Rust
C++
Linux
Windows
Cloud architectures
Key management strategies
Digital forensics
Secure software development
Penetration testing
CI/CD
Post-Quantum Cryptography