industry · quantum risk
Is Compliance PQC Quantum Proof? Cyber Program & PQC
Verdict
Compliance programs should map existing crypto controls to PQC transition tasks. Passing an audit on classical encryption requirements is not proof of quantum readiness.
Overview
GRC teams can extend control libraries: inventory, key management, vendor due diligence, and incident response for crypto events.
Sector pages cover finance, healthcare, and OT nuances at a high level.
Program inventory focus: Audits that never sample algorithms miss quantum debt. Typical classical surfaces: Control frameworks mapping to crypto. Cross-read /security/program and /assessment. Educational only—not compliance advice.
Cryptographic profile
- Signatures: Control frameworks mapping to crypto
- Hash: Audit artifacts
- Public-key exposure: Audits that never sample algorithms miss quantum debt.
What breaks
- Static control text forever
- No technical SMEs in audits
Mitigations
- Update control descriptions
- Sample certificate algorithms in audits
- Track regulatory consultations
FAQ
ISO/NIST frameworks enough?
Useful structure; still need algorithm-specific work papers.
Legal advice?
No—educational only.
Key concepts (technical dictionary)
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