Robert P. Liscouski

Overview

Robert P. Liscouski was appointed Chairman of the Board of Quantum Cyber N.V. (formerly Mainz Biomed N.V.) in March 2026. He brings over 35 years of experience spanning both public and private sectors with expertise in homeland security, cybersecurity, and technological innovation. Liscouski is widely recognized for his expertise in national security and cybersecurity and has frequently appeared on CNBC, CNN, BBC, and Fox News to discuss homeland security and terrorism-related issues.

Government Service

Liscouski was appointed by President George W. Bush as the first Assistant Secretary for Infrastructure Protection when the U.S. Department of Homeland Security was founded in 2003. During his tenure, he was responsible for the design, development, implementation and management of the Office of Infrastructure Protection, including integrating various units from FBI, DoD, GSA, the Department of Energy and the Department of Commerce, and the creation of the National Cyber Security Division. His foundational efforts led to the creation of today's Critical Infrastructure and Security Agency (CISA). He has also served at the U.S. Department of State on the Intelligence Science Board supporting the CIA and Director of National Intelligence.

Education and Early Career

Liscouski received his Bachelor of Science from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and Master of Public Administration from the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University. Early in his career, he served as a Diplomatic Security Service Special Agent with the U.S. Department of State.

Career History

• Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) since February 2018, transitioning to Chairman of the Board of Directors in February 2024
• Co-founder of Fog Data Sciences, LLC, where he developed AI-driven geolocation intelligence solutions for law enforcement and national security agencies
• Director of Information Assurance at The Coca-Cola Company, leading the evaluation and development of the company's global information security program
• President and Director at Implant Sciences Corporation and Vice President at Orion Scientific Systems
• First Assistant Secretary for Infrastructure Protection at DHS (2003-2005)

Current Board Service

Liscouski currently serves on the board of technical advisors for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and the board of the National Child Protection Task Force. He is a visiting fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington D.C.

What Liscouski Could Bring to Quantum Cyber N.V.

Liscouski's appointment as Board Chairman positions Quantum Cyber to leverage his deep expertise in critical infrastructure protection, cybersecurity frameworks, and quantum computing technology. His government experience establishing foundational DHS cybersecurity structures combined with his recent leadership of Quantum Computing Inc.—transforming it into a leading Nasdaq-listed quantum solutions company—provides strategic alignment with Quantum Cyber's pivot toward autonomous defense and quantum-accelerated AI platforms. His established media presence and credibility with government and defense agencies could enhance the company's positioning in the cybersecurity and quantum technology sectors.