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Cybersecurity Architect, Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)

Citibank

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/7/2026

Compensation

$113,840 - $170,760 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval-75% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

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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