Organizations must defend against quantum cyber threats through proactive infrastructure security.
In this episode, Dr. Colin Soutar, the Managing Director at Deloitte Risk and Financial Advisory, joins to shed light on quantum computing evolving in various industries, and its implications for cybersecurity. Colin shares insights on how quantum computing can revolutionize advanced computing capabilities, modeling, simulation, and optimization in industries such as healthcare. However, he also highlights the risks associated with quantum computers in terms of their ability to attack current-day cryptography, which protects the integrity of transactions and data. Colin outlines three key aspects of quantum computing, mentioning that aspects may occur at different timescales.
Tune in to this thought-provoking episode to gain a deeper understanding of the evolving world of quantum computing and its impact on organizations across various industries.
About Colin Soutar:
Dr. Colin Soutar is a managing director at Deloitte Risk & Financial Advisory. He leads cyber & strategic risk Products and Technology within the Government & Public Services practice and is the Deloitte US Cyber Quantum Readiness leader. After finishing his studies in Dundee, Scotland, Colin started his career with a two-year post-doctorate study at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, developing pattern recognition techniques for autonomous rendezvous and capture operations. Colin now has more than 25 years of experience in biometrics, digital identity, and cybersecurity technologies and was previously the CTO of a public company in Toronto, Canada, for almost a decade. He currently serves on the World Economic Forum Global Future Council for Cybersecurity.
Things You’ll Learn:
- Quantum computing offers advanced computing capabilities, modeling, simulation, and optimization that prove incredibly beneficial to industries such as life sciences and healthcare.
- Quantum computing can revolutionize the way we approach data analysis, transforming the field with its powerful algorithms.
- While quantum computing promises immense value, it also poses a significant cybersecurity threat. Once quantum computers become available, they can potentially break the current encryption methods used to protect the integrity of transactions and data.
- Though the exact timeline for cryptographically relevant quantum computers is uncertain, organizations must proactively assess their exposure and inventory their cryptographic algorithms.
- Understanding the potential impact on data security and privacy is crucial for healthcare organizations, especially considering the expected longevity of patient data.
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