Cryptographic Agility, Post-Quantum (PQC) Engineer

State Street

. Mature the enterprise Cryptographic Agility program .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $202,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cryptographic agility, including the development and maintenance of cryptographic asset inventories, evaluation of post-quantum cryptography standards, and implementation of migration strategies. Proficient in automation solutions and security compliance frameworks, with strong analytical skills to assess risks and communicate findings effectively.

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Cryptographic AgilityPost-Quantum CryptographyKey ManagementSecurity Compliance FrameworksAutomation Solutions

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Hard Skills

Cryptographic AlgorithmsEncryption TechnologiesPKIInfrastructure SecuritySecurity EngineeringPythonPowerShellTerraformAnsibleCI/CD Platforms

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

AWSMicrosoft AzureGoogle Cloud PlatformOCICryptographic Inventory ToolsDistributed Application Architectures

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCertified Encryption Specialist (ECES)

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityFinancial ServicesRegulatory ComplianceEnterprise Security ControlsAudit Activities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaJenkinsPythonTerraformGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Mature the enterprise Cryptographic Agility program
Develop and maintain an inventory of cryptographic assets, dependencies, algorithms, protocols, certificates, keys, and related technologies
Identify vulnerable, deprecated, or legacy cryptographic algorithms and define remediation and migration strategies
Evaluate emerging post-quantum cryptography standards and technologies, focusing on NIST-approved algorithms and industry best practices
Define approved cryptographic migration paths, transition frameworks, and implementation guidance
Partner with enterprise architecture, platform engineering, application development, PKI, and infrastructure teams
Pilot and validate PQC-enabled technologies, services, and solutions
Develop standards, procedures, and technical guidance for cryptographic agility and quantum readiness
Monitor quantum computing advancements, regulatory expectations, and industry standards
Produce metrics, dashboards, and executive reporting on cryptographic risk, migration progress, and PQC readiness
Contribute to strategic security initiatives strengthening long-term cryptographic resilience

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, encryption, PKI, key management, infrastructure security, or a related field
Working knowledge of cryptographic algorithms, protocols, and enterprise security controls
Experience with enterprise operating systems, cloud platforms, and distributed application architectures
Familiarity with AWS, Microsoft Azure, OCI, or Google Cloud Platform
Exposure to post-quantum cryptography concepts, cryptographic inventory/discovery tools, or cryptographic risk assessments
Experience supporting security compliance frameworks, cybersecurity standards, and audit activities
Experience developing scripts or automation solutions using Python, PowerShell, Bash, Java, C#, or Go
Experience with infrastructure-as-code and automation frameworks such as Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Harness, or similar CI/CD platforms
Industry certifications such as CISSP or Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES) are desirable
Strong understanding of modern cryptographic concepts, encryption technologies, PKI, certificate management, and key management systems
Experience assessing security risks and translating technical findings into remediation plans
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience in highly regulated financial services or complex enterprise environments is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
Basic life insurance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Optional additional insurance coverages
Paid vacation leave
Paid sick leave
Short-term disability
Family care responsibilities leave
Employee Assistance Program
Annual performance-based incentive compensation
Eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans
Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Employee networks