On March 2, Leidos announced its inclusion in NIST’s Post-Quantum Cryptography Consortium.
NIST’s Post-Quantum Cryptography Consortium is a groundbreaking initiative to simplify cryptographic discovery, ease migration complexity, and promote system interoperability post-migration. This achievement positions Leidos as a leader in the race to secure the future, underscoring commitment to driving innovation, shaping policy, and delivering scalable, secure solutions for federal missions and critical infrastructure, according to the company.
Quantum computing promises to unlock new possibilities in science, technology, and industry — but it also threatens to disrupt the very foundations of classical cryptography. Traditional encryption methods, which protect sensitive data and secure communications, could be rendered ineffective by the immense computational power of quantum computers. Recognizing this urgent challenge, NIST established the Post-Quantum Cryptography Consortium to ease the transition to their post-quantum cryptographic standards. This initiative is critical essential to strengthening the resilience of mission-critical systems and protect national security in the quantum era.
As a member of the consortium, Leidos will play a pivotal role in advancing research and shaping policy for the migration to post-quantum cryptography. The company’s deep expertise in cybersecurity, mission-critical systems, and cryptographic modernization uniquely positions us to contribute to this vital effort, Leidos said.
Source: Leidos
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