We are seeking a Quantum Cryptographic Engineer to support cryptographic discovery, risk assessment, and transition planning for U.S. Army programs. This role executes hands-on ACDI operations, inventory development, and RMF integration under the guidance of senior engineers and program leads.

Who this role is for:
• 3+ years of federal or defense cybersecurity experience
• Working knowledge of RMF, eMASS, and DoD cyber governance
• Able to communicate technical findings clearly to program stakeholders
• Building cryptographic and PQC expertise with a desire to grow into advisory roles

Key Responsibilities:

PQC Advisory & Engineering
• Support Army programs on PQC transition activities and cryptographic modernization under senior engineer direction
• Conduct cryptographic discovery, inventory, and risk assessments across enterprise and mission systems
• Contribute to migration roadmaps and support system-level transition planning activities

Inventory, Reporting & Modernization
• Execute and operationalize automated cryptographic discovery (ACDI)
• Develop cryptographic inventories and CBOMs identifying quantum-vulnerable dependencies
• Contribute to CONOPs development enabling Army system owners to produce PQC migration cost estimates by priority category
• Support enterprise reporting and alignment to DoD PQC directives

RMF & Compliance Integration
• Support integration of cryptographic findings into RMF workflows, eMASS, and POA&M development
• Execute against CONOPS, SOPs, and TTPs to support scalable cryptographic operations across Army system owners
• Maintain quality and consistency in cryptographic reporting and remediation activities in accordance with program standards
• Ensure alignment to federal mandates including NSM-10 and CNSA 2.0

Stakeholder Engagement
• Support coordination with program managers, ISSOs, and acquisition stakeholders as directed
• Document and communicate technical findings in clear, actionable formats for program stakeholders
• Collaborate with senior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing and best practices

Salary Range: $160,000 - $180,000

General Description of Benefits

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, cryptography, or related disciplines in federal or defense environments
• Secret Clearance at a minimum
• Ability to meet or working toward DoD 8140 qualification requirements
• Experience supporting Army or DoD programs in a cybersecurity or engineering capacity
• Working knowledge of RMF principles and familiarity with eMASS
• Foundational knowledge of cryptographic engineering concepts including PKI, key management, and secure protocols
• Awareness of PQC standards including FIPS 203, 204, and 205 and a desire to develop deeper expertise