Quantum Cryptographic Engineer

ECS Tech Inc

18h•Remote

About The Position

ECS is seeking a Quantum Cryptographic Engineer to join our team remotely. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Building cryptographic and PQC expertise with a desire to grow into advisory roles

Responsibilities

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
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
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
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