Quantum Lead - CBS-Growth-Innovation-Applied Innovation-Assoc Director- Multiple Positions - 1734529

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Quantum Lead, Core Business Services (CBS) - Growth & Innovation – Applied Innovation (Associate Director) (Multiple Positions) (1734529), Ernst & Young U.S. LLP, San Francisco, CA.    Drive quantum strategy and integrate quantum computing research and advanced cryptographic techniques into scalable business solutions. Provide leadership across technical, strategic, and client-facing functions to deliver transformative quantum and quantum-safe cybersecurity capabilities at enterprise scale. Collaborate with account partners, sector leaders, and leadership to formulate and execute a quantum strategy aligned with firm-wide Applied Innovation goals. Lead go-to-market (GTM) and commercialization strategy for quantum technologies, partnering closely with Global Markets and Alliance partners to activate the market and manage alliance relationships. Drive market activation by engaging and expanding client relationships at all levels, enabling adoption and delivery of quantum technologies. Own relationships with ecosystem partners to enhance GTM activities and enable growth & innovation through new partnerships. Manage and mentor a high-performing team of quantum technologists to drive innovation aligned with strategic goals. Lead implementation of complex quantum projects, coordinating efforts across the Quantum Lab’s experts. Manage a solutions portfolio emphasizing product accelerators for (post) quantum cryptography, quantum optimization, and quantum networks. Represent firm thought leadership through publications, demos, and industry events. Engage with clients and matrix with our client serving professionals to support them in all area’s quantum related.     Lead and direct teams of professionals with diverse skills and backgrounds by providing constructive on-the-job feedback/coaching to team members. Develop and maintain long-term client relationships and networks. Manage risk in the delivery of quality client services. Generate and manage new business opportunities.   Full time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm.    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:   Must have a Master’s degree in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Cryptography, or a related field and 7 years of related experience. Alternatively, will accept a PhD degree in Quantum Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Cryptography, or a related field and 6 years of related experience.    Must have 6 years of experience in advanced cryptography critical to quantum cybersecurity technologies, including quantum algorithms, post-quantum cryptography standards, and quantum security.    Must have 6 years of consulting experience in a professional services firm, or mid-sized/regional to large sized/national public accounting firm.    Must have 6 years of experience using enterprise architecture best practices addressing scalability, security, performance, and regulatory compliance, including enterprise system lifecycle including complex integrations involving cryptography, networking, data management, and distributed computing environments.    Must have 6 years of experience communicating to clearly articulate complex quantum and cryptographic concepts to technical and business audiences.  Must have 5 years of experience driving innovation from research and/or proof-of-concept stages through to production and commercialization.    Must have 5 years of engagement leadership experience including managing strategic partnerships within global consulting environments, managing junior level consulting professionals, providing regular status updates, monitoring project economics, as well as managing client relationships and influencing