Operational Unit
Quantum Information Science & Unbreakable Cryptography Team
Physics & Computational Mathematics
Unit Mandate
Mission & Operational Scope
Develops quantum cryptography and post-quantum encryption systems that protect Foundation communications against both classical and quantum computing attacks, ensuring long-term information security for the most sensitive operations.
Doctrine
NIST Post-Quantum Cryptography Standardization · NSA Quantum-Resistant Algorithm Guidelines
Core Capabilities
Operational Capabilities
Quantum key distribution (QKD) system development and testing
Post-quantum cryptographic algorithm implementation and validation
Quantum random number generator development
Quantum network architecture design for secure communications
Cryptographic protocol security proofs and vulnerability analysis
Quantum-safe migration planning for existing cryptographic infrastructure
Division VI
Physics & Computational Mathematics