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Senior Quantum Readiness & Cryptography EngineerSERVISS LLC • Washington D.C., DC, US
Senior Quantum Readiness & Cryptography Engineer

Senior Quantum Readiness & Cryptography Engineer

SERVISS LLC • Washington D.C., DC, US
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Job Description:

  • Senior Quantum Readiness & Cryptography Engineer Location: Washington D.C.

Area Employment Type:

  • Full-Time About SERVISS SERVISS LLC is a HUBZone-certified cybersecurity and mission engineering firm delivering transformative cyber solutions for federal, defense, and intelligence customers.
  • We partner with agencies to solve tomorrow’s toughest problems today, whether that’s advancing cyber-asset visibility, driving cryptographic modernization, or engineering readiness for the post-quantum era.
  • SERVISS engineers operate at the intersection of strategy, risk management, and cutting-edge defensive technologies to secure complex mission systems against emerging threats.
  • Position Summary SERVISS is seeking a Senior Quantum Readiness & Cryptography Engineer to lead the strategy, architecture, implementation, and operational readiness for quantum-resilient cryptographic systems and programs.
  • This technical leader will collaborate with cross-functional teams, government stakeholders, and engineering partners to advance quantum transition initiatives, post-quantum cryptographic standards adoption, and cryptographic inventory automation across enterprise environments.
  • Successful candidates will blend deep cybersecurity systems engineering experience with practical understanding of quantum-era readiness frameworks and cryptographic lifecycle management.
  • This role is hybrid and will require some on-site work at a federal agency with opportunities to also perform remote. Key Responsibilities Lead enterprise-wide quantum readiness programs and cryptographic modernization efforts Define and execute engineering strategies for post-quantum cryptography (PQC) transition Build and operationalize automated cryptographic discovery, inventory, and risk analysis capabilities Evaluate tools and technologies for cryptographic inventory, quantum-safe algorithms, and crypto-agile architectures Interface with stakeholders to translate mission needs into secure, scalable engineering designs Develop system architecture, migration roadmaps, and engineering artifacts for PQC deployments Integrate quantum readiness outputs into governance, risk, and compliance reporting and tooling Mentor and coach mid-level engineers to grow capabilities in cryptographic engineering and quantum risk management Support audit, compliance, and continuous monitoring efforts for cryptographic controls and lifecycle management Required Qualifications 8+ years of progressive cybersecurity systems engineering experience Demonstrated expertise in cryptographic engineering, algorithm transition planning, and large-scale security programs Understanding of emerging quantum threats and “harvest now, decrypt later” risk models Hands-on experience with cryptographic discovery, inventory, or analysis platforms Proficiency with post-quantum cryptography standards and migration paradigms Strong background in PKI, key lifecycle management, and secure protocol engineering Experience translating security requirements into systems architecture in federal/CIO environments Familiarity with NIST, NSA, or equivalent standards driving quantum-resilient cryptography Proven ability to develop engineering documentation, technical roadmaps, and operational playbooks Excellent communication and collaboration skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Mathematics, or related field Prior experience with federal PQC readiness or mandatory federal timelines (e.g., M-23-02) Experience with automation and scripting for cryptographic discovery and governance (Python, PowerShell, etc.) Technical certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP, or vendor-specific crypto/security credentials Freedom to Thrive .
  • Why Join SERVISS?

Our goal as an employer is simple yet profound:

  • to create an environment where you can be your best self, pursue your passions, and enjoy the freedom to thrive both personally and professionally. Your success is our success, and we're committed to supporting you every step of the way.

Be part of an exciting company with ground floor opportunities to include equity Highly competitive compensation and best in class benefits 100% of medical, vision, dental, and life insurance premiums paid for by SERVISS Opportunities for annual performance bonuses, growth incentives, and profit-sharing 401(k) retirement plan with 6% dollar for dollar match Additional Considerations for HUBZone applicants:

  • Preference may be given to applicants residing in a federal HUBZone in support of SERVISS LLC’s HUBZone workforce objectives; all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

How to Determine HUBZone Residency:

  • Candidates can verify HUBZone eligibility by entering their home address into the SBA HUBZone Map at https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map .
  • If your residence falls within a designated HUBZone area on the map, you are considered a HUBZone resident for hiring preference purposes.
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