Course
digicode: PQC101
Quantum Computing & Post-Quantum Cryptography: A Strategic Overview
You will understand how quantum computing threatens current encryption methods and which systems are affected. You will also learn how to define and develop a realistic roadmap for post-quantum cryptography (PQC) at an early stage.
Duration
1 day
Price
1'200.–
Course documents
Course materials from digicomp, as well as decision-making checklists, a PQC roadmap template, and references to NIST, the EU, and BSI
Course facts
Download as PDF- Understanding and classifying quantum risks, as well as assessing and prioritizing them
- Understanding PQC standards and their areas of application
- Identifying affected systems within your own architecture
- Defining and developing a realistic PQC roadmap
- Preparing a sound basis for decision-making for management and the board
- Quantum Computing: Hype vs. Reality, Realistic Timeframes
- Current Threat Scenarios (Harvest Now, Decrypt Later)
- Overview of Post-Quantum Cryptography & NIST Standards
- Impact on IT Architecture, PKI, IAM, Cloud & Legacy Systems
- Crypto-Agility & Hybrid Migration Approaches
- Governance, Regulation & Digital Sovereignty
- Field-Tested Recommendations & Roadmap
- Guest Lecture by Reza Hedayat
Reza Hedayat is a cybersecurity expert, lecturer, and CTO. With many years of experience in cryptography, blockchain, secure software engineering, and emerging technologies, he will provide insights into the strategic implications of quantum computing for information security.
Component of the following courses
- CIO/CTO: You understand the strategic implications of post-quantum cryptography for IT investments and can make informed decisions early on to ensure the organization’s future security.
- CISO: You identify new risks to existing security frameworks and can implement targeted measures to safeguard the organization in the long term.
- IT Architects: You understand which systems are affected and how architectural decisions can be designed to be PQC-ready today.
- Enterprise & Security Architects: You can further develop security and target architectures so that they can withstand future cryptographic requirements.
- Risk & Compliance Officers: You will gain the foundation to correctly classify quantum risks and integrate them into governance, risk, and compliance structures.
- Digital & Cloud Leads: You will understand the implications for cloud and digital platforms and can incorporate relevant requirements into projects and strategies at an early stage.
A basic understanding of IT architectures and information security, similar to the courses listed below. No detailed knowledge of cryptography is required.
This course is particularly well-suited for preparing board briefings and strategic IT decisions.