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The Post-Quantum Cryptography Engineer joins the Digital Sector to support the Department of Veterans Affairs on the Cybersecurity Operations Systems Engineering program. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and assessing enterprise security architecture while aligning systems with Zero Trust principles and NIST frameworks. The engineer will evaluate existing cryptographic technologies, assess quantum-related risks, and develop migration strategies for transitioning infrastructure to quantum-resistant standards. Day-to-day tasks include maintaining a cryptographic inventory, performing technical analysis using classical and quantum simulation tools, and developing crypto-agile architectures. Required skills include expertise in quantum information science, RSA, AES, and PKI. The candidate will utilize programming languages such as Python, C++, and Java, alongside quantum frameworks like Qiskit, Cirq, Quipper, and the Microsoft Quantum Development Kit to mitigate "harvest now, decrypt later" risks and ensure long-term data protection across various enterprise 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
Python
Rust
C++
PKI
Cloud Architecture
Key Management
Linux
Windows
SATCOM
Trusted Compute
Digital Forensics
Penetration Testing
Cybersecurity Risk Management
Information Assurance
Secure Software Development
Network Protocols
Systems Engineering