Quantum Technology Security Engineer (m/f/d)

For permanent employment OHB System AG in Oberpfaffenhofen is looking for a
Quantum Technology Security Engineer (m/f/d)
Your Tasks
The next generation of secure communication must be able to withstand future threat scenarios that potentially take advantage of available state-of-the-art technologies. Satellite-based quantum key distribution (QKD) offers a paradigm-changing solution to the key distribution problem, enabling a new way of provably secure communication, especially over long distances.
Ongoing and future projects will require a finite-key security analysis with emphasis on implementation security for QKD protocols or quantum-based random number generation (QRNG). In particular, the gap between theoretical concepts and their experimental implementation with current optical /photonic technologies needs to be closed.
As part of several quantum technology development projects, we are looking for support of our quantum technology development team.
If you are interested in shaping the future of the European secure communication infrastructure and already bring expertise in the theoretical description of quantum systems[HB1] , this open position might be a perfect fit for you.
Your Qualifications
PhD in theoretical physics, mathematics, theoretical computer science, quantum-optics or equivalent with a strong background in quantum mechanical modeling of systems
Experience with development of security proofs in context of QKD protocols or QRNGs and their implementations, i.e. against quantum adversaries
Motivation to actively participate in space-based missions to secure future European data communications
Experience in performance simulations of QKD systems, including secret key rate estimations
Willingness to look into development of new protocols in collaboration with academic partners
Ideally technical knowledge and experience in crypto systems
Passion for providing systematic approaches to prove the security properties of systems and experience or interest in learning security risk analysis according to the EBIOS or ISO method
Ability to work in a team with a self-managed and pro-active working style
Experience in or willingness to learn to participate in /lead of proposals and subsequent studies