The impact of quantum technology on digital resilience | CIO Government: from strategy to practical implementation of quantum-safe cryptography

26 November 2025

The impact of quantum technology on digital resilience | CIO Government: from strategy to practical implementation of quantum-safe cryptography

Pieter Schneider
Program Manager Quantum-Safe Cryptography (CIO Government)
Flevum Community Government Cyber Security & Business Continuity Government IT, Digital Transformation & Innovation

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About the Topic

During this dinner, Pieter Schneider, Program Manager for Quantum-Safe Cryptography at CIO Government, will take you into the world of quantum-safe cryptography. In his role, he supports governments and organizations in vital sectors in timely preparation for the transition to PQC. He will discuss the impact of quantum technology on information security and explain how organizations can protect themselves against it. He will share practical tools to make the transition to PQC feasible and future-proof.

Target Audience

Senior Managers in Cyber Security, IT, Technology, and Data

CPD points | 2 points

Program

17:30 | Start of program (including presentation, discussion and 3-course dinner)
20:30 | End of formal program, opportunity for informal networking

Language: Dutch

Location

Restaurant ‘t Ganzenest, Rijswijk

About the speaker

Pieter Schneider

Pieter Schneider

Program Manager Quantum-Safe Cryptography (CIO Government)

As a program manager for Quantum-Safe Cryptography at the Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations, Pieter is responsible for stimulating and coordinating initiatives related to post-quantum cryptography. With his experience in various cybersecurity roles within the Ministry, driven by personal and social motivation, he is committed to anchoring this theme within the government and vital infrastructures.

More on the subject

Globally, countries are investing billions in quantum technology to develop the first functional quantum computer. This technology threatens to undermine current encryption and thereby weaken our digital resilience. It is therefore crucial to start the transition to post-quantum cryptography (PQC) in a timely manner. But how do you take that step when implementing new legislation demands all your time, talent is scarce, and budgets are limited?

During this dinner, Pieter Schneider, Program Manager for Quantum-Safe Cryptography at CIO Government, will take you into the world of quantum-safe cryptography. In his role, he supports governments and organizations in vital sectors in timely preparation for the transition to PQC. He will discuss the impact of quantum technology on information security and explain how organizations can protect themselves against it. He will share practical tools to make the transition to PQC feasible and future-proof.

Are you interested in Pieter’s strategy and approach and would you like to discuss this theme with him and the other participants afterwards? Then you are warmly invited to participate on November 26!