Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced

Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Tech Lead

to spearhead our cryptographic modernization initiatives. This role will focus on assessing, designing, and implementing cryptographic strategies that prepare our organization for a post-quantum future. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in classical cryptography, a solid understanding of NIST PQC algorithms, and hands-on experience building secure, scalable cryptographic systems in enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the assessment, design, and implementation of

post-quantum cryptography (PQC)

strategies. Provide

expert knowledge of classical cryptographic algorithms

(RSA, ECC, AES, SHA, etc.) and their application in real-world systems. Develop and manage a

Cryptographic Bill of Materials (CBOM)

, including crypto-inventory and risk categorization for enterprise-wide systems. Evaluate and recommend PQC algorithms, including NIST candidates (lattice-based, hash-based, code-based, multivariate, and hybrid models). Define and implement

cryptographic migration roadmaps

from classical to PQC or hybrid cryptographic models. Collaborate with engineering, security, and architecture teams to integrate PQC into: Applications Databases Cloud environments Internal platforms and services Stay current with

NIST PQC standardization

, threat landscape, and emerging cryptographic technologies. Provide

technical leadership and mentorship

to junior cryptographers and security professionals. Ensure compliance with

industry regulations

, data protection frameworks, and enterprise security policies. Utilize RSA Archer Engage for cryptographic risk and governance activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

7+ years of experience in

cryptography, information security, or related field

. In-depth knowledge of

RSA, ECC, AES, SHA, TLS, PKI

, and related standards. Strong experience with

post-quantum cryptography

, especially NIST PQC candidates. Experience with

RSA Archer Engage

or similar governance/risk management tools. Familiarity with

crypto-inventory, key management systems

, and secure lifecycle management. Hands-on experience implementing cryptography in

cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)

. Strong understanding of

regulatory frameworks

(FIPS 140-3, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, etc.). Excellent leadership, communication, and documentation skills. Bachelor's or Master's degree in

Computer Science, Information Security, Cryptography

, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Cryptography, Mathematics, or related domain. Prior experience in cryptographic R&D or contributing to standards bodies (e.g., NIST, IETF). Knowledge of quantum computing principles and their implications on cybersecurity. Experience in

devsecops

, secure software development lifecycle, or threat modeling.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 7 months

Pay: $55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Experience:

* cryptography, information security, or related field.: 7 years (required)