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
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.