Valiant Solutions · 2 weeks ago
Cryptography Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$145K/yr - $165K/yr
10+ years expValiant Solutions is seeking a Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Engineer to join their innovative cybersecurity team. The role involves designing and delivering the Department’s first enterprise-wide PQC solution while collaborating with senior government stakeholders to implement quantum-resilient encryption solutions.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySecurity
Responsibilities
Provide engineering and technical expertise in PQC, PKI, and Automated Cryptographic Discovery and Inventory (ACDI) implementation
Collaborate with stakeholders to define and refine PQC solution requirements
Deliver analyses, recommendations, and staffing support to advance PQC program goals
Develop engineering, implementation, and operations technical documents, schedules, and roadmaps
Support modernization of cryptographic inventory management from manual to automated processes using COTS/GOTS ACDI tools
Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations to leadership
Implement and operationalize the client's PQC technical solution in line with Department requirements
Deploy ACDI capabilities to generate cryptographic inventories of quantum-vulnerable systems
Conduct and document post-implementation evaluations to validate PQC solution effectiveness
Securely integrate PQC and ACDI with existing Department services (CDM, VM, Zero Trust, etc.)
Prototype and test NIST-approved PQC algorithms and discovery tools
Install and configure hardware/software replacements and upgrades for PQC transition
Provide operations and maintenance (O&M) of the PQC solution (COTS, GOTS, SaaS)
Monitor solution health, performance, and availability; manage patching, upgrades, and optimization
Maintain accurate solution inventories, secure configuration baselines, and user account validation
Develop operational documentation including SOPs, playbooks, checklists, and user guides
Provide after-hours technical support for planned and emergency maintenance
Collaborate with SOC and other technical teams on incident response, process optimization, and integration
Support PQC compliance with FISMA, NIST, and federal cybersecurity mandates
Drive Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, including POA&M management and A&A processes
Prepare and maintain system security documentation (SSP, IRP, DRP, BIA, CP, etc.)
Support audits by providing evidence, coordination, tracking, and corrective actions
Ensure ongoing risk management, continuous monitoring, and compliance with privacy and records management requirements
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience performing engineering, technical, or program execution functions
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Minimum certification: CISSP (or willingness to obtain within 3 months)
Strong technical expertise in systems security engineering
Knowledge and practical experience with one or more of the following: Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) engineering and implementation, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) design, integration, and management, Automated Cryptographic Discovery and Inventory (ACDI) technologies, Understanding of risks associated with PQC, PKI, and ACDI (technical, schedule, integration, etc.)
Proficiency in engineering documentation, technical standards, and compliance with federal guidance
Experience supporting security compliance, risk management, and RMF (NIST SP 800-53)
Excellent communication skills for working with government stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and technical groups
Benefits
Valiant pays 99% of the Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full-time Employees
Valiant contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for Family and Dependents
100% Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy for Full-time Employees
100% Paid Certifications
401K Matching up to 4%
Paid Time Off
Paid Federal Holidays
Paid Time On – 40 hours to pursue innovation
Wellness & Fitness Program
Valiant University – Online Education and Training Portal
Reimbursement for Public Transit and Parking
FSA programs for: Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking
Referral Bonuses
Company
Valiant Solutions
Valiant Solutions, LCC stands out as a premier provider of Cybersecurity and IT services aiding the Federal Government in staying ahead of complex information security challenges.
201-500 employees
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President & CEO
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Chief Financial Officer
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