Event Details
May 21st, 2026 // San Diego, California
Golden State Cyber Summit is an invitation-only gathering and CPE-certified IT security summit bringing together senior security leaders from both public and private sectors across the state of California. Be prepared to challenge your thinking and gain fresh insights as we explore innovative defense strategies and cutting-edge techniques from some of the world’s top cybersecurity experts.
By stepping away from the noise of the traditional conference circuit, attendees enter a private space built for insight over slides, driven by dynamic discussions, small-group sessions, and open exchange on the issues that matter most. Connect directly with other attendees, receive PDF copies of all presentations after the event, and explore the networking hall for product demos, vendor discussions, and collaboration opportunities.
Benefits of Attending
- Network: Join a forum reserved for senior cybersecurity officials from across California
- Learn: Benefit from on-stage presentations, panels, and interviews hosted by the nation’s top cyber security professionals
- Stay informed: Join critical discussions on AI, California’s shifting regulatory landscape and key case study sessions on learning from real world attacks to build effective cyber defenses, and much more!
- Overcome Your Challenges: Explore the most critical topics for today’s security leaders
- Bonus: Lunch, coffee breaks and drinks reception are included in the conference pass
Key Themes
- Navigating the Evolving California Regulatory Landscape, CCPA Article 9 & Geopolitical Risk
- Building Cyber Resilience Through Shifting to Proactive Defense and Recovery
- Designing Out Human Failure Through Building Effective Controls for Error-Proof Defense
- Driving Executive Action via Real-Time Visibility, Asset Management & Risk Quantification
- Future-Proofing Enterprise Networks Against AI-Driven Innovation & Quantum Threats
Dynamic Panel Discussions
Join senior thought leaders as they exchange insights, compare strategies & present diverse perspectives on today’s most pressing topics.
Interactive Group Discussions
Be part of the conversation! Join working groups to brainstorm, collaborate & bring fresh ideas to the table.
Real-World Case Studies
Hear powerful, firsthand accounts from peers addressing real-world challenges. Explore solutions & actionable insights to apply in your own work.
Insightful Presentations
Stay on the cutting edge with exclusive presentations on the latest trends, research & impactful strategies shaping tomorrow’s landscape.
Engaging Roundtables
Choose from hot topics & join a roundtable aligning with your interests to share ideas, benchmark against your peers & leave with strategic insights.
Networking
Expand your network through engaging ice-breakers and innovative networking sessions.
Collect Content
Revisit presentations, access white papers and check-out product guides post-event by saving content to your virtual swag bag.
CPE Certified
Gain recognition for boosting your skills with a Continued Professional Development certification.
