Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Full-day, in-person roundtable for CISOs and senior security executives
- Focuses on AI-driven security challenges, including defending against AI-enabled threat actors and deploying AI within security teams
- Addresses identity assurance in AI-influenced environments
- Explores the evolving CISO role as a broader digital problem solver
- Vendor-neutral format emphasizing peer-to-peer learning and actionable guidance
About the Event
The Palo Alto CISO Roundtable 2026 brings together senior security leaders for facilitated, practitioner-led discussions on strategic cybersecurity challenges. The in-person format includes structured workshop sessions alongside networking opportunities during breakfast, lunch and breaks. The event is designed to be free from vendor influence, allowing participants to engage in candid conversations about their security programs and receive personalized advice from peers and expert practitioners.
Key Topics
Sessions address four primary themes. Identity Assurance for an AI World examines how organizations can maintain trust and verification as AI capabilities expand. Using AI on the Security Team explores practical applications of AI tools within security operations. Keeping Pace With AI-enabled Threat Actors covers defensive strategies against adversaries leveraging AI. The Next Evolution of the CISO considers how the role is shifting toward that of a Chief Digital Problem Solver, reflecting broader organizational responsibilities beyond traditional security boundaries.
Who Should Attend
The roundtable targets CISOs and security executives from organizations with mature security programs. Attendees typically hold decision-making authority over security strategy and are seeking peer perspectives on adapting to AI-driven changes in the threat landscape. The format suits leaders looking to step back from daily operations to reflect on program direction and collaborate with counterparts facing similar industry challenges.