About this Event
2026 Cybersecurity Joint Meeting
Get ready to join us in person for the 2026 Cybersecurity Joint Meeting! It's the perfect chance to connect with experts, share ideas, and explore the latest in cybersecurity. Whether you're a pro or just passionate about the field, this event is for you. Don’t miss out on the fun and learning!
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Networking over coffee bars
Info: Network with other cybersecurity and information technology professionals while introducing aspiring students to the profession. Grab a cup of coffee and a breakfast bar. Prepare for a fast-paced day of information presented by local professionals.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:15 AM
Welcome
Info: Area IT organization welcomes all guests. Meet Indiana Infragard, REF CIO Forum, ISSA, BSides FW, FW Tech, Women & Hi Tech, IT Leaders, and Data Exchange.
🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:00 AM
IT Career Talk
Info: This panel discussion with IT professionals will tackle issues like employment trends in IT, the effect of AI on the industry, skills needed to succeed in the profession, and more. This conversation will benefit emerging and seasoned security professionals. The facilitated panel of three will also take questions from the audience.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Networking Break
Info: Stretch your legs and freshen up. Attendees will be encouraged to meet each other, with a focus on students meeting current professionals. This is a networking break and not a job fair.
🕑: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Day in the Life
Info: The cybersecurity professional's job can be stressful. This engaging discussion is about the development of the information technology professional.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Cybersecurity Trends
Info: It is crazy out there! We wrap up the morning presentation with some of the hottest topics and the role the professional should play. We have active threats to municipal infrastructure, the growth of data centers, the deployment of government security cameras, and the governance of AI usage. We are sure the diverse views on each of these issues will prompt a lively discussion.
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Grab-and-Go Lunch
Info: Grab-and-go for attendees who must leave. However, attendees are welcome to remain to participate in one of three breakout sessions.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Breakout Labs
Info: Attendees will choose one of three educational labs. The specific labs are in development and may feature threat awareness tools, server initialization and development, and professional help desk operations. The session could feature tools like CrowdStrike Falcon, SentinelOne Singularity, and essential open-source standards like Nmap and Wireshark.
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🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Networking and coffee bars
Event venue & nearby stays
Northeast Indiana Innovation Community, 3201 Stellhorn Road, Fort Wayne, United States
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