Mr. Umut Cikla
IBM Consulting APAC Quantum Safe Executive, IBM Consulting
Umut is part of the global IBM Quantum Safe team and an IBM Quantum Senior Ambassador. He focuses on connecting advances in post-quantum cryptography and quantum computing with industry business requirements.
In addition, he serves as a senior executive advisor, driving the adoption of quantum computing and quantum-safe technologies to accelerate and empower business innovation while helping organizations prepare for potential quantum threats. He represents the IBM Quantum Safe organization across the Asia-Pacific region and supports organizations in shaping and executing their Quantum Safe transformation programs.
Umut has more than 25 years of experience in the technology industry. He is currently pursuing his PhD in the Cybersecurity Research Division of the Computer Engineering Department at UNSW in Sydney, focusing on post-quantum cryptography migration.