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      Conference Topics at a Glance

      Explore the critical trends shaping the future of cybersecurity and AI. From governance, regulation and leadership to AI-powered defence, proactive security strategies and modern architectures, learn how to manage risk, build resilience and enable secure innovation.

      AI Governance and Risk Management​

      CISOs must expand their influence beyond cybersecurity to lead enterprise AI governance and balance innovation with risk. Learn how to establish AI decision rights, embed security in AI workflows, build cross-functional accountability, and scale responsible AI adoption across your organization​.

      Preemptive Cybersecurity​

      Cybersecurity is shifting from reactive "detect and respond" to forward-looking prevention approaches. Learn how to develop a proactive defence strategy that anticipates, disrupts, and neutralizes cyberattacks before they occur​.

      Cybersecurity Leadership and Strategy​

      CISOs face a convergence of frontier AI, quantum threats, and surging risk appetite. Discover how cybersecurity leaders can become value drivers —enabling secure AI, clarifying frontier AI implications, cutting through hype, and building resilience amid relentless change​.
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      Sunday, May 31, 2026

      06:00 PM - 07:30 PM EDT

      CISO Welcome Reception Hosted by Sophos
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      Monday, June 01, 2026

      09:30 AM - 10:15 AM EDT

      Gartner Opening Keynote: Seize the Moment
      Leigh McMullen, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
      It feels like everything is happening, everywhere, all at once. But amidst the chaos, there are opportunities, “moments” that we can seize, to ensure Cybersecurity’s success. What if we could use our organizations’ rush to AI as an opportunity to modernize both human and machine identity? What if we could turn the inevitability of cyber-attacks into a learning cycle that continuously makes us smarter, stronger, faster and more resilient? What if we could monetize our innovation with a cycle of continuous learning to fund even more innovation? Join this keynote and learn how to seize these moments! ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:30 AM EDT

      3 Things You Need to Do Today to Enable Postquantum Cryptography
      Sarah Almond, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      The move to postquantum cryptography will be a companywide effort that will affect every part of data security, cloud management, I&O, IAM and most other systems. But, with a problem so large, where should you begin? In this session, we will go over the three initial steps that will form a solid foundation for ongoing efforts in the transition, promoting a smooth and scalable process over the next two years. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

      Ask the Analyst: Technical Insights: Starting and Scaling DevSecOps
      Greg Harris, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      Stuck on your DevSecOps journey or not sure where to begin? Bring your questions to this analyst-led session focused on practical ways to embed AppSec into DevOps and empower security champions. Get unstuck and accelerate your progress — no presentation, just actionable advice. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

      Ask the Analyst: Using AI for Cybersecurity
      Jeremy D'Hoinne, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
      This open-ended session is an opportunity for attendees to ask any questions they have about AI and cybersecurity. “What is the best AI for cybersecurity?” “What should we expect from AI in the future?” “Should I wait or trust my vendor about this new GenAI feature?”, are some of the questions that will be answered. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EDT

      Ask the Analyst: What’s New in U.S. Federal Cybersecurity Policy and Regulations?
      Katell Thielemann, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
      Cybersecurity concerns are remarkably bipartisan due to their direct link to national security and economic prosperity, but each administration puts its own stamp on how to address these concerns. One and a half years into the current administration, what has changed, what’s the impact and what’s next? ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

      CISO Circle Leadership Exchange: A New Framework for Cybersecurity Board Reporting
      Tom Scholtz, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
      Sam Olyaei, Managing Vice President, Gartner
      Board reporting on cybersecurity must be clear, concise and consistent. Using a framework derived from financial reporting standards will help CISOs and CIOs achieve this goal. Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:30 AM EDT

      How to Create, Implement and Use a Vendor Trust Index to Guide Cybersecurity Product Selection
      Wayne Hankins, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      Many cybersecurity buying decisions are based on technical capabilities and price (and not necessarily in that order). As platforms become the norm and more and more functionalities depend on less vendors, it is equally as important to have an index of vendor trust that can inform your buying decisions, especially in more commoditized markets. This session will introduce the Vendor Trust Index, explain its use, and show how to effectively develop one that is tailored to your organizational objectives. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:30 AM EDT

      How to Prepare a Cybersecurity Budget in a VUCA World
      Elizabeth Davis, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      In a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) world, preparing a cybersecurity budget requires shifting from a static, reactive approach to a flexible, risk-based strategy. The goal is to build resilience against unpredictable threats by aligning security investments with dynamic business priorities. ... Show More Show Less

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      “Insightful, informative and actionable. This provides our organization opportunity to succeed in this space and provide value to our stakeholders. This conference continuously provided learning opportunities, networking with fellow practitioners [and more].”

      Dennis Mathew Opiso
      CISO, JG Summit Holdings

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