The security of information technology (IT) systems is a growing concern in South Korea, with the emergence of hackers, terrorist threats, and other malicious actors. The South Korean government and private sector have taken proactive measures to ensure the country’s cyber security. The South Korean Information Security Agency (KISA) was established in March 2013 to protect the country’s critical information infrastructure (CII). The strategic National Computing and Information Security R&D Center was also established to strengthen South Korea’s national efforts against cyber threats.

South Korea is one of the most active countries in the Asia-Pacific region in terms of cyber security. In terms of cyber-security events and conferences, the country is often seen as a regional leader in space.

South Korea hosts and participates in several cybersecurity conferences and events throughout the year, including national security symposia, cyber security conferences, hacking competitions, information security conferences, and cybersecurity expositions. Some of the most notable events are designated by the government, while others are organized by private entities.

Korea Cyber Security Week (KCSW) is one of the leading cyber security conferences in South Korea. Established in 2014, KCSW is jointly hosted by the Ministry of Science and ICT and KISA. This annual cybersecurity event brings together experts from industry, academia, and government to present findings and discuss issues related to policy, technology, and research and development.

The South Korean government also sponsors an annual Information Security Competition (ISC), which pits students and experts from various universities and organizations against each other in competitive hacking. The annual Information Security Brokerage Conference (ISBC) provides an open and public platform for stakeholders to establish and strengthen information security partnerships.

South Korea places great importance on the protection of IT infrastructure. With cyber security conferences, events, and competitions, South Korea is a leader in the cybersecurity field in the Asia-Pacific region. These events and initiatives serve to inform the public of the challenges that digital infrastructure faces and provide a platform for experts to work together to ensure the security of data and systems.