What You Will Do:
- Lead implementation of NIST PQC algorithms across federal and enterprise systems
- Advise on and execute CNSA 2.0-aligned cryptographic modernization programs
- Conduct cryptographic discovery, inventory, and risk assessments across complex environments
- Design and implement migration strategies to quantum-resistant architectures
- Integrate PQC into real-world systems (networks, applications, embedded systems, cloud environments)
- Support development of hybrid cryptographic solutions (classical + PQC)
- Provide technical leadership in secure protocol design, key management, and encryption frameworks
- Engage with government stakeholders, CISOs, and mission owners
- Contribute to strategic briefings, white papers, and national-level initiatives
Required Background:
- Prior experience within NSA, Intelligence Community, DoD, National Labs, or cleared federal programs
- Deep expertise in applied cryptography and secure systems design
- Hands-on familiarity with NIST PQC algorithms:
– CRYSTALS-Kyber
– CRYSTALS-Dilithium
– SPHINCS+
- Strong understanding of:
– PKI, TLS, key exchange, digital signatures
– Cryptographic lifecycle management and key infrastructure (HSMs, KMS)
– Secure communications and data protection architectures
- Experience operating in mission-critical, high-assurance environments
- Active or prior security clearance (TS/SCI strongly preferred)
Highly Valued Experience:
- Direct involvement in cryptographic standards, evaluation, or policy (NIST, NSA, CNSS)
- Experience with CNSA 2.0 roadmap and federal migration requirements
- Implementation of crypto-agility frameworks across large enterprises
- Background in signals intelligence, information assurance, or cyber operations
- Experience bridging research to operational deployment
Compensation:
- Competitive base salary: $200,000 – $350,000+ (commensurate with experience and clearance)
- Performance bonuses and long-term incentives
- Flexible structure for consulting or advisory roles