Title: Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Specialist
About the Role
Location: Bristol
Salary: £46,000 - £56,000
Closing date: 31st August 2025 - we encourage early applications
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Specialist to join our advanced cryptography team. The ideal candidate will have a deep technical understanding of cryptographic protocols, with a strong focus on post-quantum algorithms and their integration into secure systems. You will play a key role in assessing the security risk associated with PQC threats and provide advice on cryptographic solutions that are resilient to quantum computing threats.
Key Responsibilities
* Research and evaluate post-quantum cryptographic algorithms, including those standardized by NIST and other bodies.
* Design and implement cryptographic protocols that integrate PQC primitives.
* Conduct security analyses and performance evaluations of cryptographic systems.
* Collaborate with software and hardware engineering teams to integrate PQC into products and infrastructure.
* Stay current with developments in quantum computing and cryptographic research.
* Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and represent the company in academic and industry forums.
Required Qualifications
* PhD or Master's degree in Cryptography, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
* Strong understanding of classical and post-quantum cryptographic algorithms (e.g., lattice-based, code-based, multivariate, hash-based).
* Experience with cryptographic libraries and tools (e.g., OpenSSL, liboqs, Bouncy Castle).
* Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, or Rust.
* Familiarity with cryptographic protocol design (e.g., TLS, VPNs, secure messaging).
* Demonstrate an ability to conduct rigorous security analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
* Contributions to cryptographic research or open-source projects.
* Knowledge of standards and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST PQC, ISO/IEC 18033).
* Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals or conferences.
* Knowledge of security risk assessments aligned to industry standards (NIST RMF, ISO 27001)
Due to the nature of the work that Frazer-Nash Consultancy undertake, candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment screening and will be required to satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting.
We provide our people with an extensive benefits package that comprises:
* Happy To Talk Flexible Working
* Attractive salary
* 25 days' holiday entitlement
* Holiday purchase scheme
* Company pension scheme
* Targeted professional development
* Life assurance
* Private healthcare membership
* Bonus scheme linked into company performance
* Paid membership fees to a professional institution
* Support in attaining professional membership
* Cycle to work scheme
* Season rail ticket loan
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