Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Community-driven information security conference covering both offensive and defensive security research
- Single-day event featuring over 20 talks, workshops and Capture The Flag competitions
- Designed for security practitioners, researchers, students and industry leaders across technology, finance, education and government sectors
- Held at the Cyber Range Training Centre, TAFE Meadowbank, Sydney
- Sponsored by Macquarie University Cyber Security Hub, Atlassian and Vectra AI
About BSides Sydney
BSides Sydney is an Australian information security conference established in 2019. The event brings together the InfoSec community for a concentrated day of technical presentations, hands-on workshops and networking opportunities. As part of the global BSides movement, the conference maintains a community-driven approach that prioritises knowledge sharing and collaboration over commercial interests.
The 2026 edition features more than 20 sessions, including talks, practical workshops and Capture The Flag activities. The programme addresses both offensive security disciplines (such as penetration testing and ethical hacking) and defensive practices (including threat detection and incident response).
Who Should Attend
BSides Sydney caters to a broad range of cybersecurity professionals. Security analysts, penetration testers, security engineers, CISOs and IT managers will find relevant technical content. The event also welcomes students enrolled in cybersecurity programmes who are looking to develop practical skills and establish industry connections. Attendees typically represent technology, finance, education and government organisations.
Practical Skills and Community Focus
The conference emphasises hands-on learning through workshops and CTF competitions, allowing participants to apply security concepts in practical scenarios. Beyond technical content, BSides Sydney provides structured networking opportunities for professionals to share research, discuss emerging threats and build relationships within the Australian cybersecurity community.