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Quantum Cryptography Engineer
Builds encryption systems that remain secure even against quantum computers
£70k–£140k Deep tech
What it involves
Implements post-quantum cryptographic algorithms (CRYSTALS-Kyber, Dilithium) that will resist attacks from quantum computers that could break today's RSA and ECC encryption.
Skills & knowledge needed
Post-quantum cryptographyPKICryptographic protocolsMathematicsSystems engineering
Why it's emerging now
Quantum computers capable of breaking current encryption could arrive within a decade — migration must start now.
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