Showcase’s Cyber Education Panelists Announced

July 3-The three confirmed participants for the “Innovations in Cyber Security Education” panel discussion at next week’s Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop will provide attendees a diverse perspective of future cybersecurity education efforts. 

The R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop, happening July 11-13 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C., is the federal government’s largest cybersecurity research and development (R&D) conference. The event is sponsored by the DHS Science and Technology Directorate’s Cyber Security Division (CSD).

The three confirmed panelists for the July 11 discussion are:

• Alice Hockenbury—vice president of public policy and advocacy for the Girl Scouts of the USA where she works on science, technology, engineering and math-related issues
• Kim Paradise—vice president of strategic partnerships for LifeJourney and executive director of the National Security Agency’s Day of Cyber
• Russ Shilling—senior innovation fellow at Digital Promise Global where he is exploring innovative approaches to education technology R&D funding

A fourth panelist is expected to be added prior to the conference. The discussion will be moderated by CSD Cyber Competitions Program Manager Edward Rhyne.

During the R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop, attendees also can choose from more than 115 technical presentations representing a combined $250 million of federally funded cybersecurity R&D and see many of these technologies in action during the Technology Demonstration Session on July 11.

More than 1,000 public- and private-sector cybersecurity professionals will attend the 2017 Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop. Conference registration is at capacity. As a result, new registrants will be waitlisted and informed via email if a spot opens for them to attend.

Vehicle Cybersecurity to be presented during Showcase Day

June 26—An innovative vehicle cybersecurity project to be presented during the 2017 Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop next month will give attendees insight into how auto manufacturers are addressing auto software security concerns.

The R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop, happening July 11-13 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C., is the federal government’s largest cybersecurity research and development (R&D) conference. July 11’s R&D Showcase will spotlight the vehicle cybersecurity project and 9 other mature, transition-ready technologies and projects. The conference is sponsored by the DHS Science and Technology Directorate’s Cyber Security Division (CSD).

Today’s cars have a large amount of software and—like other software-dependent systems—their software contains bugs and must be updated periodically. New York University’s Uptane project provides a mechanism to securely distribute software updates to cars. Uptane counters a comprehensive array of security attacks, is resilient to partial compromises, and addresses automotive-specific vulnerabilities and limitations. The technology has been adopted by multiple suppliers and many others currently are integrating it.

During the R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop, the 1,200 public- and private-sector attendees will choose from more than 115 technical presentations representing a combined $250 million of federally funded cybersecurity R&D.

If you already are registered and cannot attend all or part of the conference, we ask that you update your registration profile so others can register.

Registration is complimentary, however, a limited number of registration spots remain for July 12 and 13 only. Register now to secure a spot at this premier government cybersecurity R&D event. Also, sleeping rooms are available at the Residence Inn Arlington Courthouse. The reservation deadline is 5 p.m. June 30.

Silicon Valley Startups, International Partners to Present at Showcase

June 19—Startups working with the DHS Silicon Valley Innovation Program (SVIP) and best-in-class international cybersecurity researchers will be presenting their projects at the 2017 Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop.

The R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop, scheduled for July 11-13 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C., is the federal government’s largest cybersecurity research and development (R&D) conference. The event is sponsored by the DHS Science and Technology Directorate’s Cyber Security Division (CSD).

Several of CSD’s international partners—including the Netherlands, Israel, Singapore and Great Britain—are sending researchers working on cybersecurity projects to present July 12. Among project topics to be presented are moving target defense, cyber economics and cyber-physical system security.

Earlier that day, a group of SVIP startups will present their work on several homeland security issues, specifically Internet of Things Security, Enhancements to the Global Travel Assessments System, and Small Unmanned Aircraft System Capabilities. The SVIP session also will feature a panel discussion titled “Venture Capitalists and Accelerators Believing in GovTech.”

During the R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop, attendees also can choose from more than 115 technical presentations representing a combined $250 million of federally funded cybersecurity R&D and see many of these technologies in action during the Technology Demonstration Session on July 11.

More than 1,000 public- and private-sector cybersecurity professionals will attend the 2017 Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop. Registration is complimentary, however, a limited number of registration spots remain.

Register now to secure a spot at this premier government cybersecurity R&D event. Sleeping rooms are available at three area hotels. Click here to reserve a room.

See Technologies Firsthand at Showcase Tech Demo Session

June 12—There’s nothing like seeing firsthand how a new cybersecurity solution works and that’s why attendees at the 2017 Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop can test drive nearly 80 technologies during the event’s Technology Demonstration Session.

The R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop, scheduled for July 11-13 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C., is the federal government’s largest cybersecurity research and development (R&D) conference. The tech demo session is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. on July 11.

In all, the tech demo session will feature 67 booths with a total of 79 cybersecurity technologies being demonstrated by the principal investigators (PI) spearheading the research projects. This is the most booths ever in the five-year history of the event, which is sponsored by the DHS Science and Technology Directorate’s Cyber Security Division (CSD).

Among the demonstrated technologies will be projects from each of CSD’s research areas, including Internet Measurement and Attack Modeling, Federated Security, Data Privacy, Identity Management, Cyber-Physical System Security, Mobile Security, Cyber for Critical Infrastructure, Transition to Practice, Software Assurance and Insider Threat. Additionally, performers from the DHS S&T Silicon Valley Innovation Program and best-in-class researchers representing several of CSD’s international partners will be demoing their technologies.

More than 1,000 public- and private-sector cybersecurity professionals will attend the 2017 Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop. Registration is complimentary, however, a limited number of registration spots are available.

Register now to reserve a spot at this preeminent government cybersecurity R&D event. Sleeping room blocks are available at three area hotels. Click here to reserve a hotel room. 

Choose from 100+ Presentations at the Technical Workshop

June 5 -- The breadth of the DHS S&T Cyber Security Division’s (CSD) research portfolio will be on display at the 2017 Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop, scheduled for July 11-13 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. This S&T CSD-sponsored event is the federal government’s largest cybersecurity research and development (R&D) conference.

More than 100 technical presentations from 15 project areas will be presented during the two days of the Technical Workshop part of the program on July 12 and 13. No matter each attendee’s cybersecurity focus, they’ll find presentations that are relevant and will deliver insight on the direction of R&D within each broad project area. During the entire R&D Showcase and Technical workshop attendees can choose from project presentations representing a combined $250 million of federally funded cybersecurity R&D. Among the project areas to be presented are Internet Measurement and Attack Monitoring, Cyber Forensics, Cyber-Physical Systems Security, Mobile Device Security, Software Assurance, and Cyber Risk Economics

A review of the Technical Workshop agenda reveals the broad arc of CSD’s research foci. For example, attendees can see presentations on projects focused on defending against Telephony Denial of Service attacks, a research testbed critical infrastructure operators use to test the security of their networks and systems, using Blockchain technology for identity protection, and securing medical devices against cyberattacks.

The R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop is expected to draw 1,000 public- and private-sector cybersecurity professionals. Registration is complimentary, however, space is limited, especially for the July 11 R&D Showcase.

Register now to reserve a spot at this preeminent government cybersecurity R&D event. Sleeping room blocks are available at three hotels. Click here to reserve a hotel room. 

CxOs to Talk Cybersecurity Concerns at R&D Showcase

May 23 — Top private-sector and government CxOs will share with attendees which cybersecurity challenges and threats keep them awake at night during a panel discussion at the DHS S&T Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop.

This S&T Cyber Security Division (CSD)-sponsored event, which is the federal government’s largest cybersecurity research and development (R&D) conference, is scheduled for July 11-13 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C.

The one-hour CxO Fireside Chat, slated for July 12, will feature the following four CxOs:

• Jerry Archer, SallieMae Chief Security Officer
• Alma Cole, CISSP, U.S. Customs and Border Protection CISO
• Robert Palmer, DHS Deputy Chief Technology Officer
• Michael Papay, Northrop Grumman CISO 
  

Each will bring a unique perspective to the discussion about the challenges and threats to network and information management systems as well as the conversation about the technologies and capabilities that currently are defending critical infrastructure networks. They also will discuss the importance of cybersecurity R&D to ensuring indispensable public and private systems are continually safeguarded against emerging threats—both in the short- and the long-term.

At the R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop, attendees can choose from more than 115 technical presentations representing a combined $250 million of federally funded R&D.

The conference, which is expected to draw 1,000 cybersecurity professionals, is open to the public and private-sector. Registration is complimentary, however, space is limited, especially for the July 11 R&D Showcase.

Register now to reserve a spot at this preeminent government cybersecurity R&D event. If you’ll be traveling to attend the conference, sleeping room blocks are available at three area hotels. Click here to reserve a hotel room. 

Vetting of Mobile Applications a Highlight of R&D Showcase

May 15 — One of the biggest draws of DHS S&T’s Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop—the federal government’s largest cybersecurity research and development conference, scheduled this year for July 11-13—is the R&D Showcase.

During this marquee event, 10 mature, transition-ready technologies and projects will be highlighted by the principal investigators driving the work.

One of the technologies to be showcased is Kryptowire, a mobile-application-vetting, cloud-based tool, developed by a startup of the same name, which automatically tests and validates mobile apps against the highest government and industry software assurance standards without access to source code.

The technology provides automated compliance testing for National Institute of Standards and Technology, National Information Assurance Partnership Protection Profile, Open Web Application Security Project Top 10, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, and enterprise-wide security and privacy policies.

Other technologies and projects to be highlighted during the R&D Showcase include research focused on automobile cybersecurity, software assurance and cybersecurity research infrastructure. Check out the Showcase Presenters section of the Speakers page on the event website to get an advance look at each presentation.

At the R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop, you also can choose from more than 115 technical presentations representing a combined $250 million of federally funded R&D.

The R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop is open to the public and private-sector. Registration is complimentary, however, space is limited. If you haven’t done so yet, you’ll want to register now. 

Cybersecurity Expert Ed Amoroso to Keynote the Conference

May 3 - Eminent cybersecurity expert Dr. Edward Amoroso will be a keynote speaker at the 2017 Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop—the federal government’s largest cybersecurity research and development conference—which is scheduled for July 11-13.

During his presentation titled “A Random Walk through Cyber Security,” Dr. Amoroso will present a fun and fast-moving talk that will touch on a range of relevant government and industry topics. “From his position as an industry leader, he will provide insight into the state of cybersecurity and the steps we as a country must take to better defend the nation’s public and private critical infrastructure networks,” said Dr. Douglas Maughan, director of the DHS Science and Technology Directorate’s Cyber Security Division (CSD), part of the Homeland Security Advanced Research Projects Agency.

Dr. Amoroso is founder and CEO of TAG Cyber LLC, a global cybersecurity advisory, training, consulting and media services company that supports hundreds of companies worldwide. Prior to founding TAG Cyber, he was with AT&T for 31 years, retiring in 2016 as senior vice president and chief security officer—a position he held for 12 years. He has authored numerous research papers, articles and six books on information security and has provided counsel to four presidential administrations on issues related to national security, critical infrastructure protection and cyber policy.

The R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop, which is expected to draw 1,000 cybersecurity professionals, is open to the public and private-sector. Registration is complimentary, however, space is limited, especially for the R&D Showcase on July 11. Register here to reserve your spot at this preeminent government cybersecurity R&D event.

Under Secretary Invites Cyber Professionals to the Conference

April 28 - In his blog entry on April 26 on the DHS Science and Technology Directorate’s (S&T) website, the acting under secretary for S&T explained why cyber professionals should attend the 2017 Cyber Security R&D Showcase and Technology Workshop.

“As the federal government’s preeminent cybersecurity R&D conference, the R&D Showcase and Technical Workshop presents attendees the opportunity to discover a broad range of [Cyber Security Division]-funded R&D technologies and network with 1,000 cybersecurity peers. It truly is the must-attend cybersecurity R&D event of the year. On behalf of CSD Director Dr. Douglas Maughan and his team, I invite you to register now to attend this exceptional event,” wrote Dr. Robert Griffin.

Read the entire blog post and register now to secure your place at this premier government cybersecurity R&D event.

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