The 15th Annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit will delve deeply into the realm of artificial intelligence (AI) and its national security implications. Scheduled from September 3-6 at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, DC, this year’s theme is “Advancing Cybersecurity in the AI Age.” The event will prominently feature discussions on AI, culminating in a full day dedicated to the subject.
“AI presents both new challenges and opportunities for safeguarding our nation and allies against cyber threats. This year, we’re intensifying our focus on AI due to its significant intersection with cybersecurity, which is crucial for national security,” said Thomas K. Billington, CEO and Founder of Billington CyberSecurity. “This summit offers a valuable opportunity to learn from experts tackling these issues in real time.”
The AI-focused sessions will bring together key figures from federal agencies and the private sector. The final day, September 6th, will be entirely devoted to AI, with additional breakout sessions throughout the first three days. Topics will include Addressing AI Threats, Election Security, Integrating AI into Cybersecurity Platforms, Emerging AI Threats, Utilizing AI to Detect Vulnerabilities, Federal AI Investments, DoD’s AI and Data Strategy, and Balancing AI Policies.
Notable speakers addressing AI-related cybersecurity issues include:
- Margaret “Margie” Palmieri, Deputy Chief Digital Artificial Intelligence Officer, CDAO
- Dr. Rick Muller, Director, IARPA, ODNI
- Lisa Einstein, Senior Advisor for Artificial Intelligence and Executive Director, CISA’s Cybersecurity Advisory Committee
- Matt Knight, Head of Security, OpenAI
- Srinivas Doodala, AI Program Lead for the Federal Communications Commission
- Tahira Mammen, Director for AI Security Center, NSA
- Steven Hernandez, CISO and Director of Information Assurance, Department of Education
- Mark A. “Al” Mollenkopf, Science Advisor for the Commanding General, USCYBERCOM
- David Hinchman, Director for Information Technology and Cybersecurity, GAO
- Dr. Jonathan “Jono” Spring, Senior Technical Advisor for Security at Scale, CISA
- Dr. Kyle Rector, Deputy Director, Office of AI, Directorate of Digital Innovation, CIA
- Jennifer Franks, Director, Center for Enhanced Cybersecurity, Information Technology and Cybersecurity Team, GAO
The summit is set to attract over 2,500 attendees and feature more than 200 speakers, including high-profile figures like General CQ Brown, the principal military advisor to the President, Secretary of Defense, and National Security Council, and General Timothy D. Haugh, US Air Force, Commander of US Cyber Command, and Director of the National Security Agency/Central Security Service.
Sponsored by leading organizations such as Amazon Web Services, CISCO, and Leidos, the event will encompass over 40 insightful sessions addressing the latest trends and issues in cybersecurity. It will also include networking receptions and an exhibition with over 125 cyber-focused vendors.
For more information or to register, visit Billington CyberSecurity Summit. Credentialed media are invited to register in advance at Media Registration, subject to approval.
About Billington CyberSecurity
Established in 2010, Billington CyberSecurity is a premier cyber education firm dedicated to executive training through high-profile summits and workshops. These events, highlighted by the annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit each fall, bring together top government officials and industry leaders to discuss critical cybersecurity issues impacting the U.S. government, its allies, and vital infrastructure. Billington CyberSecurity
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