SERVISS - HUBZone Certified · 3 days ago
Senior Quantum Readiness & Cryptography Engineer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expSERVISS LLC is a HUBZone-certified cybersecurity and mission engineering firm delivering transformative cyber solutions for federal, defense, and intelligence customers. The Senior Quantum Readiness & Cryptography Engineer will lead the strategy and implementation of quantum-resilient cryptographic systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to advance initiatives in cryptographic modernization and quantum transition.
Information Technology & Services
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
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
Company
SERVISS - HUBZone Certified
SERVISS LLC, a HUBZone certified small business, delivers mission-critical information technology and cybersecurity solutions to the U.S.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase