# NIST Funds FAU Quantum Cybersecurity Program

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) awarded Florida Atlantic University (FAU) a **$200,000 cooperative agreement** to develop a regional quantum cybersecurity workforce program. The funding supports hands-on training, curriculum development, mentoring, and employer connections serving Palm Beach, Broward, and Treasure Coast counties; it is an award, not an open solicitation.

- The program creates potential collaboration opportunities for organizations in cybersecurity, quantum computing, critical infrastructure, and workforce development.
- Contractors and employers in the region can explore connections with FAU around training, mentoring, and workforce pathways supported by the award.
- The agreement signals federal investment in building workforce capacity at the intersection of quantum technology and cybersecurity.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Information Technology, Education
**Topics:** Cybersecurity, Grants & Funding
**Published:** October 06, 2026

### Government Entities
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC)
- Florida Atlantic University (FAU)
- School District of Palm Beach County
- Broward County Public Schools

### Vendors
- D-Wave Quantum Inc. ()

### Sources
- [FAU | FAU Receives NIST Grant to Build Quantum Cybersecurity Workforce ](https://www.fau.edu/newsdesk/articles/quantum-workforce-nist-grant) - Florida Atlantic University