Cybersecurity Architect, Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)
CitibankCybersecurity Architect, Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)
CitibankLocation
Jacksonville, FL
Type
Full-time
Posted
11/7/2026
Compensation
$113,840 - $170,760 per year
Job description
The Cybersecurity Architect, PQC role at Citi focuses on supporting the Quantum Readiness Program and advancing Post-Quantum Cryptography initiatives. This position requires expertise in cryptography and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, both internal and external. The role involves significant collaboration across different business lines and geographies, ensuring that Citi's data is protected against quantum computing threats. The ideal candidate will act as a Subject Matter Expert, guiding the organization through complex cryptographic challenges.
Requirements
- 6+ years' experience in cybersecurity, cryptography, or a control-related function at enterprise organizations.
- Ability to architect PQC deployments within existing infrastructure use cases.
- Experience working with third-party vendor tools and applications regarding their cryptographic support.
- Working knowledge of public key infrastructure (PKI), application and data security, and symmetric encryption systems.
- Strong understanding of operating systems, network security infrastructure, and one or more scripting languages.
- Solid understanding of cryptography, algorithms, and implementations.
Responsibilities
- Operate as a Subject Matter Expert on Traditional and Post-Quantum Cryptography algorithms.
- Support Citi's Quantum Readiness Program to protect data from quantum computing threats.
- Co-own the PQC readiness view of the cryptographic inventory.
- Provide support and effective challenge to business and technology representatives on secure cryptography implementation.
- Deliver professional presentations on emerging cryptography trends tailored to different audiences.
- Develop and communicate a risk-based governance strategy for Citi's Quantum Readiness Program.
- Provide technical expertise in symmetric and asymmetric encryption and related key management concerns.
- Identify tools needed for cryptography and lead proofs of concept as necessary.
- Work with various teams to embed PQC and crypto-agility requirements into existing roadmaps.
- Participate in new product and vendor assessments to support deployment decisions.
- Partner with Third-Party Risk Management to assess vendor PQC roadmaps.
- Establish additional reporting and metrics for governance and regulatory reporting.
- Monitor industry developments to determine their impact on internal guidance.
Benefits
- Citi offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, stock programs, healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and programs supporting employee wellbeing and professional development.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Citibank Na
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
75
FY2026
Approval rate
99.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
569
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.5%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-75%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-58%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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