Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer
US$121,000 – US$169,000 / yr base salary
Posted 25 Sep 2026
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- Expected experience
- 10+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Remote
- Contract
- Full-time
| Base salary | US$121,000 – US$169,000 / yr |
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Field of studyBusiness Administration, Business Management, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Information Resource Management, Information Security, Information Systems (or related)
Study levelBachelor's or higher
Field of studyComputer Science, Cryptography, Mathematics, Quantum Computing (or related)
Study levelMaster's
Location: Remote; travel may be required in support of meetings, training, presentations, or briefings with project stakeholders
Required Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain the required VA background investigation/suitability determination
Certifications: Certification in one or more of the following: IAT III, IAM III or IASAE III certifications. IAT III/ IAM III / IASAE III certifications may be substituted for a relevant Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of relevant experience
Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Information Security, Information Resource Management, or related fields.
Required Experience: Minimum of 10 years IT experience of which at least 5 years are of Quantum Computing and Cryptography experience at a large corporation or Government agency similar in size/scope to GSA, IRS, DoD or VA. A Master’s degree in a related IT field may substitute for up to 2 years of the required experience.
Description
PingWind is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer to join our dynamic team supporting a large Federal Government client. Provide specialized expertise in quantum computing, cryptographic technologies, post-quantum cryptography (PQC), and quantum-resistant algorithms to support enterprise cryptographic modernization and risk reduction. The Quantum Computing/Cryptography Engineer will collaborate with technical teams and leadership to evaluate emerging technologies, develop implementation strategies, and communicate complex quantum and cryptographic risks in support of our government client's long-term cybersecurity posture.
Responsibilities
• Assess quantum technologies and their potential cybersecurity and cryptographic impacts.
• Evaluate cryptographic protocols, algorithms, standards, and PKI to identify modernization priorities.
• Develop quantum-resistant algorithm migration plans and PQC implementation strategies.
• Assess cryptographic inventories and prioritize systems requiring migration or remediation.
• Develop, implement, and test cryptographic and quantum solutions using applicable programming and simulation tools.
• Provide guidance aligned with NIST PQC standards, including FIPS 203, 204, and 205.
• Communicate quantum risks and migration recommendations to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
Requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain required VA background investigation/suitability and system access. • Expertise in quantum computing, cryptographic protocols, and PQC. • Experience developing or advising on quantum-resistant migration strategies. • Expertise in project management or working in a project-oriented environment, with an understanding of how configuration management fits into the overall project lifecycle within a large corporation and Government agency similar in size/scope to GSA, IRS, DoD or VA.