Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Annual Nordic conference focused on secure IT systems research
- Special emphasis on security and privacy of agentic AI and human-AI systems in 2026
- Brings together academia and industry experts from Northern Europe and beyond
- Covers a broad spectrum of IT security topics, including cryptography, AI, and privacy
- Facilitates academic publishing, networking, and collaboration
NordSec 2026 marks the 31st edition of the Nordic Conference on Secure IT Systems, hosted at Aarhus University, Denmark, on November 11-12, 2026. This annual event serves as a premier platform for security researchers, university faculty, students, and industry professionals to engage in discussions and share advancements in IT security. The conference is recognized for fostering collaboration between academia and industry, with a strong focus on both foundational and emerging security challenges.
Conference Focus and Themes
NordSec 2026 places a special emphasis on the security and privacy of agentic AI and human-AI systems. As AI technologies become increasingly autonomous and interactive, the event addresses the unique challenges associated with securing these systems. Attendees will explore topics such as trust in AI, privacy in human-AI interaction, and the operational risks posed by advanced AI agents.
The conference also covers a wide range of IT security subjects, including applied cryptography, AI and machine learning for cybersecurity, blockchains, cloud security, confidential computing, cognitive security, disinformation, cryptanalysis, cybercrime, forensics, legal and social aspects of security, hardware security, identity management, intrusion detection, IoT security, post-quantum cryptography, privacy-enhancing technologies, security engineering, security certification, education, threat intelligence, usable security, vulnerability testing, and web application security.
Audience and Participation
The event is tailored for security researchers, professors, PhD students, industry researchers, and IT security experts. Participants represent a blend of academic institutions, research organizations, and industry leaders from the Nordic region and beyond. The conference provides a unique opportunity for attendees to present research, engage in technical sessions, and participate in workshops.
Networking and knowledge sharing are central to the NordSec experience. The event encourages collaboration between academia and industry, supporting the development of innovative solutions to current and future IT security challenges.
Event Format and Experience
NordSec 2026 is conducted in person, featuring keynote presentations, technical sessions, and interactive workshops. The program includes academic paper presentations and opportunities for informal discussions during networking sessions and the conference dinner. The event is designed to advance research, foster professional connections, and promote thought leadership in secure IT systems.
By focusing on both established and emerging topics, NordSec 2026 continues its tradition as a leading forum for IT security research and collaboration in the Nordic region.