# Federal Agencies Prioritize Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration

Executive Order 14412 and related agency guidance identify post-quantum cryptography (PQC) migration as a federal cybersecurity and acquisition priority, with implementation milestones extending through 2031. For contractors, the shift has implications for product design, supply-chain dependencies, and future contract planning: agencies will look for products that support approved quantum-resistant algorithms and cryptographic agility. A Homeland Security Summit on November 10, 2026, offers an upcoming industry engagement opportunity.

- Contractors can inventory cryptographic dependencies and assess whether products support approved quantum-resistant algorithms and cryptographic agility, as described in the signal.
- Companies should align product roadmaps and contract plans with the federal migration milestones extending through 2031.
- The November 10, 2026, Homeland Security Summit is a near-term opportunity for industry engagement on the priority.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Information Technology, Defense & Military
**Topics:** Cybersecurity
**Published:** October 27, 2026

### Government Entities
- Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- National Security Agency (NSA)
- Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
- Department of War (DoW)

### Sources
- [Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration Is a National Priority](https://www.govconwire.com/articles/chuck-brooks-post-quantum-cryptography-migration-federal-national-security) - GovCon Wire