Cyber-Security Engineer / Architect

Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities

• Design and develop quantum-safe security solutions for various applications and systems including network communications.
• Evaluate existing cryptographic implementations and algorithms to assess quantum resilience.
• Develop an approach and framework to implement quantum-safe cryptographic protocols and algorithms in application source code and also on the network layer for secure communications.
• Provide Security SME guidance and mentorship to the development and Test team.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• 7-10+ years of hands-on expertise in programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, etc.
• Experience in cybersecurity, applied cryptography and/or developing applications that use cryptography.
• Experience with cryptographic libraries and frameworks, such as OpenSSL, Bouncy Castle, NIST PQC reference implementations, etc.
• Proficiency in symmetric cryptography, asymmetric cryptography, key management, cryptographic hash functions, TLS/SSL handshake, etc.
• Experience with secure coding practices and principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Knowledge of post-quantum cryptography and quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms.
• Understanding of quantum computing principles and their implications for cryptography.
• Knowledge of quantum key distribution (QKD) protocols and quantum-resistant key exchange mechanisms.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to cybersecurity and cryptography.