# Federal Agencies Strengthen Post-Quantum Readiness

Experts advising federal agencies on post-quantum cryptography readiness say agencies should first establish reliable inventories of cryptographic assets, then add runtime visibility into how encryption is actually used and design systems so algorithms can be changed as standards evolve. The development points to potential demand for cryptographic discovery, telemetry, integration, and modernization capabilities; the signal identifies no specific solicitation, contract value, or procurement timeline.

- Procurement teams can use cryptographic asset visibility and runtime telemetry as capability areas when assessing agency requirements and vendor offerings.
- Contractors serving federal cybersecurity programs may find opportunities in discovery, telemetry, integration, and systems designed for algorithm changes.
- The signal describes preparation guidance, not a stated mandate or open procurement; it provides no deadline or contract details for acquisition planning.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Information Technology
**Topics:** Cybersecurity
**Published:** October 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
- National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE)
- Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

### Vendors
- Red Hat ()

### Key Quotes
> When we’re talking about cryptography and knowing what you have and what it’s using, it’s not just enough to do static discovery. We also need runtime telemetry to know what is actually being negotiated over the wire and use.
> — Emily Fox, Portfolio Security Architect

### Sources
- [Federal Post-Quantum Readiness Starts With Visibility, Experts Say – MeriTalk](https://www.meritalk.com/articles/federal-post-quantum-readiness-starts-with-visibility-experts-say) - MeriTalk