Billington CyberSecurity Summit

Summit Focus & Scale

• Theme: “Cyber and AI Frontiers: Strategies for a Secure and Smarter Government.”

• Size: Over 2,500 attendees, more than 200 speakers, and 40+ sessions/breakouts 

• Sponsors & Exhibit Hall: Hosted in partnership with 120+ sponsors, featuring 100+ vendor booths showcasing cybersecurity technologies, live demos, and research .

Event Structure

• General Sessions: Keynotes and fireside chats led by senior federal cybersecurity leaders.

• Breakout Tracks: Themed workshops on AI integration, zero trust, ransomware, supply-chain risks, industrial control systems, election security, and more .

• Networking Opportunities: Includes leadership luncheons, receptions for all attendees, and ample time for discussions/partnership building .

Attendees & Community

Geared towards senior government, military, state & local officials, and industry leaders collaborating on cross-agency cyber strategies and resilience planning . Over 40 breakout sessions allow for deep dives and peer learning .

Key Highlights

• Expert Panels & Firesides: Featuring leaders from CISA, National Cybersecurity Centre, DHS, intelligence agencies, and tech firms, covering AI-driven threats, international partnerships, and zero trust implementation .

• Emerging Tech Focus: Sessions on leveraging AI in cybersecurity, securing supply chains/cloud infrastructure, and preparing for industrial control and election security challenges .

• Vendor Expo: Tours of over 100 exhibitor booths presenting cutting-edge cybersecurity tools—from threat intel platforms to secure access solutions .

Logistics & Continuing Education

• Venue: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, central DC location

• Educational Credits: Continuing Education Units (CEUs/CPEs) available—check official logistics page for details.

Why Attend?

• Stay Ahead: Get firsthand insight into AI’s impact on cyber defense strategies.

• Strategic Networking: Engage with peers across government levels and the cybersecurity industry.

• Actionable Takeaways: Gain practical approaches for zero trust adoption, threat detection, supply chain security, and election integrity.

The 16th Annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit is the premier government-focused cyber conference of 2025—uniting senior leaders attending four days of intensive learning, networking, and innovation. It’s the ideal venue to address AI frontiers, build cyber resilience, and forge federal–industry partnerships.