Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area

Opening Remarks

Kelly Moan, Chief Information Security Officer, New York City

Keynote – Strengthening the Shield: Insights from the Trenches of National Security

There is no question – public-sector leaders must continue to strengthen their cyber hygiene, foster cross-sector partnerships, and adapt to the evolving threat landscape. Join Rachel Wilson, former NSA cyber operations leader, for an engaging and action-driven keynote that bridges real-world cybersecurity expertise with the challenges of emerging technologies. Drawing on her experience safeguarding critical systems, Rachel explores the heightened risks posed by AI-enabled threats like ransomware, insider attacks, and credential exploitation. This session is a call to action for everyone, from CIOs to frontline technologists, to embrace a proactive and resilient approach to protecting critical assets in the age of AI.

Rachel Wilson, Managing Director Chief Data Officer, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management and Former NSA Senior Executive

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Concurrent Sessions

Driving Data Security: Strategy, Governance, and Readiness

The integrity, security, and governance of data have never been more critical. As agencies adopt advanced technologies, the quality and accuracy of the data they manage directly shape outcomes, influencing decisions and public trust. This session will examine how organizations can strengthen governance across the entire lifecycle—from ownership, collection and classification to storage, access, retention, and secure disposal. Topics will include robust classification, cataloging, and data loss prevention (DLP). Panelists will also share approaches to validation processes that ensure sensitive information is properly managed and remains compliant with evolving regulations.

From Risk to Resilience: Managing Insider Threats in Government

While firewalls and advanced detection tools remain essential, some of today’s most pressing cyber risks continue to come from within—whether through malicious actors, negligent behavior, or simple human error. With growing concerns over data leakage and credential abuse, agencies face an insider threat landscape that demands constant vigilance. This session explores how government organizations can stay ahead by addressing both intentional breaches and inadvertent missteps. Panelists will share real-world perspectives on emerging threats, effective countermeasures, and lessons learned, while offering strategies to strengthen safeguards, enhance user awareness, and foster a culture of accountability.

Lunch

Short Break

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Concurrent Sessions

Balancing Innovation and Security with AI Development and Deployment

As organizations explore AI’s potential, many are proceeding thoughtfully – recognizing that while it can supercharge a solution, it also introduces risks. This session explores the critical intersection of AI development and cybersecurity, offering public sector leaders a grounded understanding of how to responsibly build and deploy AI solutions. Whether you're a developer, security professional, or business leader, this session will equip you with the awareness and practical guidance needed to innovate with AI—without compromising your organization’s security posture.

Cyber Readiness and Response: Building Trust and Resilience

With or without AI, agencies must be prepared to respond to evolving cyber threats by reinforcing the fundamentals of strong defense. While new tools can enhance detection and mitigation, the foundation of resilience lies in tested protocols, skilled teams, and coordinated response strategies. This session highlights how government and education leaders are strengthening preparedness by revisiting the basics—incident response planning, workforce training, and cross-sector collaboration. Panelists will share practical recommendations for building trust, sustaining readiness, and ensuring that agencies are equipped to handle both today’s challenges and the uncertainties of tomorrow.

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Lightning Round – Real Wins with Cloud Hardening: Lessons from the Field

Cloud identity is the foundation of modern cloud security—and a top target for cyber threats—but securing it takes more than just products and tools; it demands empowered admins, executive support, and shared enterprise-wide commitment. In this rapid-fire lightning round session, leaders from several New York City agencies will share impactful stories of how they have addressed cloud security challenges, highlighting key initiatives such as strengthening access controls, secure integration and collaboration, streamlining and hardening user authentication, and perhaps most importantly, securing leadership buy-in—each demonstrating a meaningful step toward protecting sensitive infrastructure, applications, and data.

Security Operations and AI: Transforming Security Operations

Security Operations (SecOps) teams are under increasing pressure to detect, investigate, and respond to threats faster than ever. AI-powered SecOps platforms are revolutionizing that mission—enabling automated threat detection, predictive analytics, and streamlined incident response at unprecedented speed and scale. This session brings together leading SecOps providers to showcase how embedded AI capabilities are enhancing visibility, reducing false positives, and accelerating decision-making. Attendees will hear real-world examples of AI in action, from proactive threat hunting to intelligent playbooks that adapt in real time. Learn how these innovations can help public sector agencies modernize their security operations, optimize resources, and strengthen resilience in an increasingly complex threat landscape.

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