Cryptography Engineer

Location: Chantilly, VA

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Cryptography Engineer

The Opportunity:

Use systems architecture, network engineering, or software development skill sets to implement post-quantum cryptography (PQC) solution architectures across a variety of reference architectures. Work on transitioning products, systems, and environments, including both enterprise IT and space-based systems, to post-quantum standards. Use comprehension of operating system environments, network configuration, and specialized space protocols to analyze the development of advanced methodologies to help promote cutting-edge analysis of PQC. Conduct qualitative security audits of organizational readiness, assess vendor supply chains, and provide strategic feedback on cryptographic implementations. Leverage cybersecurity expertise to perform all procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information system assets and protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction. Oversee, evaluate, and support the documentation, validation, assessment, and accreditation processes necessary to comply with information assurance (IA) and security requirements.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have: 

• Experience in applied cryptography, cybersecurity, systems engineering, or software development

• Experience evaluating trust architectures, network protocols, and vendor security risks

• Experience programming in Python, Rust, or C++

• Experience with cloud architectures and key management strategies

• Experience leading small technical projects

• Knowledge of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and secure network protocols

• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for varied audiences

• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience writing technical documentation for security accreditations

• Experience with hardware Trusted Compute architectures

• Experience with Linux and Windows fundamentals

• Experience with digital forensics, secure software development, or penetration testing

• Knowledge of the cybersecurity risk management process and governance, risk, and compliance strategies and tools

• Knowledge of space-based or satellite communication (SATCOM) protocols

• Ability to demonstrate contributions to cryptographic standards or papers

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $112,800.00 to $257,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.