Session Title: Quantum Risks: What's Real, What's Not, And What You Should Do
2025 was the International Year of Quantum, but arguably 2026 should be the Year of Post-Quantum. In this talk we will explore the cyber security risks that quantum technology could create, and dispel some common myths about what you need to worry about and what the potential solutions are. We will then look at practical steps that organisations can take to understand and manage their risks, and dive into the latest guidance from ACSC on this topic and how this should be interpreted and applied.
Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions of the speaker and networking drinks with light refreshments will be served after the presentation.
Speaker:
Dr. Rajiv Shah, Managing Director, MDR Security
Rajiv Shah has a PhD in quantum physics, and over 25 years of experiencing cyber security, working for government and commercial clients across the globe. He is Managing Director of MDR Security, helping clients to make technology understandable, effective and safe and secure to use. His work includes cyber security strategy and architecture, big data and artificial intelligence, and advanced communication systems and networks.
Rajiv is also a Fellow of the Australian Strategic Policy Institute and has published a number of strategic papers on cyber and critical technology policy research. Rajiv’s prior experience includes a broad range of senior cyber security leadership roles with BAE Systems, working across the UK, US and Australia, including as Australian Regional Director for the Digital Intelligence division.
Date: Thursday 26 February 2026
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm(AEDT)
Agenda:
5:30pm - 6:00pm Registration
6:00pm - 6:45pm Presentation
6:45pm - 7:30pm Networking and light refreshments
Venue: The Oaks Room, The Duxton, 8 Macpherson Street, O'Connor ACT
Registrations close: Wednesday 25 February or earlier if event is sold out prior
Cost to attend:
Registration is free for AISA members
Non Members: $115.50 (incl GST)
Not an AISA member? Become a member today!
How to register:
1. Members must be signed in to register
2. To register for this event click on the Register Myself button
3. Once you have confirmed your registration, this item will appear in your Shopping Cart
4. Please proceed to the Submit Order button
5. A confirmation of order will be emailed to you once your registration is confirmed OR payment has been made
REMINDER: If you are unable to attend after registering, please follow the cancellation steps. Log into your member account, click on the event you wish to cancel, scroll to the bottom and click on the cancel registration button. This will release your place for another member to participate.
If you have any queries regarding this event, please contact AISA Events Team at [email protected]
Disclaimer:
AISA presentations are intended for educational purposes only. Statements of fact and opinions expressed are those of the participants individually and, unless expressly stated to the contrary, are not the opinion or position of AISA, its sponsors, or its partners. AISA does not endorse or approve, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, accuracy or completeness of the information presented. Attendees should note that sessions may be recorded and published in various media, including print, audio and video formats without further notice.