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# Quantum Computing / Cryptography Engineer (R-00219) at True Zero Technologies

- **Company:** True Zero Technologies
- **Location:** Remote
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-08-21
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/truezerotech/d99a8fe3-7646-4775-9712-858b081f30c7

## Job description

True Zero Technologies, a veteran-owned small business, was founded on the principle that the purposeful enablement of people and technology in an organization directly ties to the quality of its outcomes. True Zero recognizes that those outcomes begin and end with our people, and that is what we have built a community of like-minded, driven, and passionate individuals and innovators who are aligned in a common goal of delivering top-tier services to our customers. Our culture and commitment have been recognized through numerous accolades, including being named one of the Best Places to Work in 2023 in two categories (“Prosperous and Thriving” ($5MM–$50MM in gross revenue) and “Mid-Atlantic Region” (DC, DE, MD, NC, VA, WV)), and again in 2025 as a Best Places to Work honoree. In addition, True Zero earned coveted spots on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America in 2022, 2023, and 2025, a testament to our sustained growth driven by our people-first approach and unwavering dedication to excellence.

Job Responsibilities

- Research, design, and evaluate quantum-resistant cryptographic solutions, including post-quantum cryptography (PQC) algorithms and emerging quantum-safe security standards.
- Assess existing enterprise systems, applications, protocols, and cryptographic implementations to identify vulnerabilities associated with current and future quantum computing threats.
- Design and implement cryptographic modernization and migration strategies for transitioning from traditional public-key cryptography to quantum-resistant algorithms.
- Develop, prototype, test, and optimize cryptographic algorithms, libraries, APIs, and security components for integration into enterprise applications and infrastructure.
- Evaluate and implement NIST-standardized post-quantum cryptographic algorithms, including appropriate key establishment and digital signature mechanisms.
- Perform cryptographic testing, security analysis, performance benchmarking, and interoperability testing to validate algorithm implementations and identify potential weaknesses.
- Develop crypto-agility architectures that allow organizations to efficiently replace or update cryptographic algorithms, protocols, certificates, and keys as security requirements evolve.
- Support the integration of quantum-safe cryptography with PKI, identity management, TLS, VPNs, cloud platforms, network security systems, applications, and data-protection technologies.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity architects, software engineers, researchers, and system owners to translate quantum-security requirements into practical technical solutions and implementation standards.
- Produce technical documentation, architecture guidance, migration roadmaps, cryptographic inventories, risk assessments, and recommendations supporting organizational post-quantum readiness and cryptographic modernization.

Job Qualifications

- Minimum of 10 years IT experience of which at least 5 years are of Quantum Computing and Cryptography experience at a large corporation or Government agency similar in size/scope to GSA, IRS, DoD or VA.
- A Master’s degree in a related IT field may substitute for up to 2 years of the required experience.
- Expertise in quantum mechanics, quantum algorithms (e.g., Shor’s algorithm, Grover’s algorithm), and quantum information theory.
- Expertise in quantum programming languages and frameworks such as Qiskit (IBM), Cirq (Google), Quipper, and Microsoft Quantum Development Kit.
- Expertise in cryptographic protocols (e.g., RSA, AES) and principles of public-key infrastructure (PKI).
- Expertise in post-quantum cryptography and quantum-resistant algorithms.
- Expertise in existing cryptographic standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO/IEC 19790).
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and Java for implementing and testing cryptographic algorithms.
- Expertise with classical and quantum simulation tools.
- Expertise working with and advising on quantum-resistant algorithm migration plans and post-quantum cryptography (PQC) implementation strategies.
- Expertise assessing organizational cryptographic inventory and identifying migration priorities.
- Expertise collaborating with cross-functional teams to communicate quantum risk to non-technical leadership.
- Experience providing policy and guidance inputs for cryptographic modernization aligned with NIST PQC standards (FIPS 203, 204, 205).
- Expertise in project management or working in a project-oriented environment, with an understanding of how configuration management fits into the overall project lifecycle within a large corporation and Government agency similar in size/scope to GSA, IRS, DoD or VA.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Information Security, Information Resource Management, or related fields.
- Certification in one or more of the following:
- IAT III
- IAM III
- IASAE III

We’re actively searching for talented security and technology practitioners who are ready to experience the True Zero difference. As a True Zero team member, you'll enjoy:

- Competitive salary, paid twice per month
- Best in class medical coverage
- 100% of medical premiums covered by True Zero
- Company wide new business incentive programs
- Contribution Incentives (i.e. white papers, blog posts, internal webinars, etc.)
- 3 weeks of PTO starting + 11 Paid Holidays Annually
- 401k Program with 100% company match on the first 4%
- Monthly reimbursement of Cell Phone and Home Internet costs
- Paternity/Maternity Leave
- Investment in training and certifications to broaden and deepen your technical skills

## About True Zero Technologies

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: True Zero Technologies is a veteran-owned small business delivering comprehensive cybersecurity programs and software solutions to public and private sector clients, with a focus on Zero Trust architecture and proactive defense.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped)
- **Headquarters**: Fairfax, Virginia, United States
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Carl Salzano (CEO), Mike Fluharty (President), Jonathan Cooper (CTO)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Cybersecurity, IT Services and IT Consulting
- **Target customers**: B2G; primarily federal, civilian, defense, and state/local government agencies, as well as commercial clients.
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To fortify the cyber posture of clients across public and private sectors through cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions and threat-centric strategies, with a commitment to supporting veterans.

## Products & Services
- **Cybersecurity Programs & Software Solutions**: Comprehensive services including 24x7x365 Security Operations Center (SOC) support, proactive incident response and recovery, security engineering and architecture, cyber threat intelligence, security audit support, endpoint security, penetration testing, and policy/TTP development.
- **Zero Trust Architecture**: Designing and implementing adaptive Zero Trust architectures for clients.
- **Managed Security Services**: Bespoke managed security services including compliance, implementation, and operation of security frameworks.
- **Consulting & Advisory**: Cybersecurity consulting for enterprise network and technical support, including DARPA and NASA contract work.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly available
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue estimated at $1M–$5M; Total Funding: Not disclosed (bootstrapped). The company does not appear to have taken outside venture capital.
- **Notable Clients/Partners**:
    - Awarded a spot on DARPA’s $350 million **MANNUS** IDIQ contract delivering enterprise network, cybersecurity, and technical support.
    - Named an awardee on **NASA's SEWP VI** IT contract vehicle across all three categories (IT Solutions, Enterprise-wide IT Service Solutions, IT Mission-Based Services).
    - Partnered with the **University of Maryland** to create a True Zero-funded scholarship for the veteran community.
- **Growth Signals**:
    - Employee headcount is 56 (+38.3% year-over-year), showing strong hiring momentum [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/true-zero-technologies).
    - LinkedIn followers grew +39.1% year-over-year to ~2,600+ [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/true-zero-technologies).
    - Actively hiring for 27 open positions across cybersecurity, engineering, and data science roles (as of recent data) [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/truezerotech).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)**: This status provides a distinct advantage in securing government contracts, as agencies have procurement goals for small and veteran-owned businesses.
- **Zero Trust Specialization**: True Zero is expert in one of the most sought-after cybersecurity frameworks in government (Zero Trust), which is a major priority for agencies like DARPA and NASA.
- **Proven Track Record**: Successfully won highly competitive spots on major government contracts (DARPA MANNUS, NASA SEWP VI), signaling strong credibility and capability.
- **Mission-Driven Focus**: Deep commitment to serving veterans and national security missions, which attracts talent with a sense of purpose.

## Strategic Focus
- **Government Market Expansion**: Leveraging contract vehicles like DARPA MANNUS and NASA SEWP VI to grow its footprint across federal, civilian, and defense agencies.
- **Zero Trust Leadership**: Doubling down on Zero Trust architecture as its core differentiator for state and local agencies.
- **Talent Growth**: Aggressively hiring skilled security and software professionals to scale delivery capacity and maintain its growth trajectory.
- **Community Investment**: Continuing its veteran outreach and scholarship programs as part of long-term brand and talent strategy.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission-Driven Culture**: True Zero is a veteran-owned small business focused on high-impact national security missions. Employees often cite a sense of purpose and working on "missions that matter."
- **Strong Benefits Package**:
    - Best-in-class medical coverage with **100% of premiums paid** by True Zero.
    - Companywide new business incentive programs.
    - Contribution incentives for white papers, blog posts, internal webinars.
    - 3 weeks PTO + 11 paid holidays annually.
    - 401k program with **100% company match on the first 4%**.
    - Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and home internet costs.
    - Paternity/Maternity leave.
    - Competitive salary paid twice per month [truezerotech.com](https://www.truezerotech.com/careers).
- **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Many roles listed as **100% Remote** (e.g., Cribl Engineer, AWS Workspaces SME) [truezerotech.com](https://www.truezerotech.com/careers).
- **Growth Opportunities**: High employee headcount growth (+38% YoY) suggests a rapidly scaling organization with opportunities for advancement.
- **Veteran-Friendly**: True Zero is committed to hiring veterans and maintaining a veteran-friendly workplace, with dedicated leadership and scholarship programs.

## Sources
1. [truezerotech.com](https://www.truezerotech.com/)
2. [truezerotech.com/careers](https://www.truezerotech.com/careers)
3. [linkedin.com/company/true-zero-technologies](https://www.linkedin.com/company/true-zero-technologies)
4. [jobs.lever.co/truezerotech](https://jobs.lever.co/truezerotech)

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