Virtual Summit Details
🎤 Speakers
Kevin Walsh
Director, Information Technology Issues Group
U.S. Government Accountability Office
Bryan Rosensteel
Head of Public Sector Product Marketing
Wiz
🗓️ Agenda
Session 1
12-1 p.m. ET/9-10 a.m. PT
Navigating the New Cybersecurity Landscape
[Government Keynote] What’s in the New Cyber EOs and Why It Matters
Recent cybersecurity executive orders are shaping how agencies approach identity management, software security, threat detection, quantum readiness and supply chain risk. Hear from a government leader on what the latest requirements mean in practice, what agencies should prioritize now and how these changes could impact cybersecurity strategies across the public sector.
Session 2
1-2 p.m. ET/10-11 a.m. PT
The Barriers to Updating Cyber Policy
[Government Keynote] Where Agencies Lag Behind in Cyber Preparedness
Despite years of investment, many agencies continue to face gaps in cyber preparedness, from modernizing legacy systems to strengthening identity, data and supply chain security. Hear how government leaders are assessing risk, addressing vulnerabilities and building more resilient cybersecurity programs to stay ahead of evolving threats.
Session 3
2-3 p.m. ET/11 a.m.-12 p.m. PT
How to Prepare for Future Threats
[Government Keynote] AI’s Impact on Cybersecurity in 2026 and Beyond
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Kevin Walsh, Director, Information Technology Issues Group, U.S. Government Accountability Office
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the cybersecurity landscape, creating new opportunities for agencies to strengthen defenses while introducing new risks and challenges. Hear how government leaders are leveraging AI to improve threat detection, automate security operations and protect critical systems, while preparing for the evolving cyber threats of tomorrow.
Session 4
3-4 p.m. ET/12-1 p.m. PT
Preparing the Future Cyber Workforce
[Government Keynote] How the Workforce Must Evolve to Meet Growing Cyber Threats
As cyber threats grow in scale and sophistication, agencies need more than new tools. They need a workforce equipped with the right skills, training and mindset to respond. Hear how government leaders are closing cybersecurity talent gaps, building cyber resilience across teams and preparing employees to defend against the next generation of threats.
[Lightning Keynote] The Cybersecurity Priorities Agencies Can’t Afford to Ignore
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Bryan Rosensteel, Head of Public Sector Product Marketing at Wiz
As agencies work to modernize systems, adopt AI, and meet evolving cybersecurity requirements, many are still grappling with limited visibility, growing complexity, and new security risks. In this session, you'll hear from a cybersecurity expert at Wiz about how agencies can strengthen their security posture, close gaps between policy and practice, and make smarter investments to protect critical systems and data.
