The Quantum Frontier (Part 7): Building Your Quantum Readiness Team: 5 Roles You Need to Plan For

Table of Contents

• The Human Hurdle: The Quantum Skills Gap
• It's Not Just About Physicists
• 5 Key Roles for Your Quantum-Ready Team
• Conclusion

The Human Hurdle: The Quantum Skills Gap

There is a critical shortage of quantum-literate professionals across IT, security, and data science.

It's Not Just About Physicists

Businesses need practitioners who understand how to use quantum (via cloud) and defend against it (via PQC).

5 Key Roles for Your Quantum-Ready Team

1. PQC Migration Lead (Security/IT)
2. Quantum Champion (Executive)
3. Quantum Algorithm Developer (R&D / Data Science)
4. 'Quantum-Aware' Architect (Engineering)
5. External Partner (Vendor / Academia)

Conclusion

Quantum readiness is as much a people challenge as a technology one—start upskilling and partnering now.