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Quantum Cybersecurity Certification - Level 1

Accessible and certificated training in quantum cybersecurity. Written by Dr Michal Krelina, NATO advisor / QUDEF CTO and delivered by Anna Beata Kalisz Hedegaard CEO of QSECDEF. No prior knowledge of quantum physics required.

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Your Expert Instructors

Dr Michal Krelina

Dr Michal Krelina

Course Author

Specialist in quantum security, consultant, analyst, and strategist with a focus on security and defence applications of quantum technology. Co-Founder and CTO of QUDEF. Advisor to NATO, the European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA), and various defence, law enforcement, and governmental organisations. PhD in experimental nuclear physics with postdoctoral experience from UTFSM in Chile and Heidelberg University in Germany.

Anna Beata Kalisz Hedegaard

Anna Beata Kalisz Hedegaard

Course Presenter

Physicist with dual Master of Science degrees from Wright State University (Electrical Engineering) and University of Southern Denmark (Theoretical Cosmology). CEO and Founder of Quantum Prime. Over 15 years of international experience in deep-tech, telecommunications, and defence communications networks across six countries.

What You Will Learn

Six structured modules covering the complete landscape of quantum cybersecurity. Each module includes video lectures, key takeaways, and review questions.

01 Introduction to Quantum Computing
  • What is quantum computing and why it matters now
  • Qubits, superposition, and entanglement explained without jargon
  • Current state of quantum hardware and realistic timelines
02 Quantum Threats to Cybersecurity
  • How quantum computers break RSA, ECC, and other public-key algorithms
  • Harvest Now, Decrypt Later: the threat that already exists
  • Timelines for cryptographic risk: what the research actually says
03 Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)
  • NIST PQC standardisation process and selected algorithms
  • Lattice-based, code-based, and hash-based approaches
  • Migration planning: where to start and what to prioritise
04 Quantum Key Distribution (QKD)
  • How QKD works: BB84 protocol and photon-based key exchange
  • QKD vs PQC: complementary approaches, not competing ones
  • Current deployment examples in defence and telecommunications
05 Quantum Random Number Generation
  • Why true randomness matters for cryptographic security
  • How quantum random number generators work
  • QRNG certification standards and integration pathways
06 Building a Quantum Security Roadmap
  • Assessing your organisation's quantum risk exposure
  • Creating a phased migration plan aligned to business priorities
  • Governance frameworks and board-level reporting on quantum readiness

Certification

On passing the examination you receive:

  • A signed PDF certificate suitable for high-quality printing and framing
  • A LinkedIn digital badge to display on your professional profile
  • Certification in "Introduction to Quantum Cybersecurity" issued by QSECDEF

Exam format: Multiple-choice

Passing grade: 80%

Study time: Approximately 4-5 hours of video lectures

Prerequisites: None. No previous technical experience is required.

QSECDEF Certificate — Introduction to Quantum Cybersecurity

Who Should Take This Course

Cybersecurity Teams

Understand quantum threats to current encryption, assess risk exposure, and plan PQC migration pathways for your organisation.

Technology Leaders

Make informed decisions about quantum security investments. Learn what is real, what is noise, and what needs attention now versus later.

Procurement and Policy

Evaluate vendor claims, understand standards compliance requirements, and build credible quantum security strategies for board-level reporting.

Researchers and Students

Structured foundation in applied quantum cybersecurity. Connects theoretical concepts to real-world security operations and deployment.

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