Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Regional cybersecurity conference focused on Northeast Ohio and the Rust Belt
- Full-day, in-person event on November 14, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio
- Designed for CISOs, security analysts, IT managers and incident responders
- Supported by North East Ohio Cybersecurity Consortium, Northern Ohio InfraGard and regional security vendors
About the Event
Burning River Cyber Con is a cybersecurity conference bringing together security professionals and organizations across Northeast Ohio. The full-day event features a structured, multi-session format designed to address current cybersecurity challenges facing the region.
Regional Focus and Collaboration
The conference positions itself as a hub for Rust Belt cybersecurity professionals to build networks and share expertise. Supporting organizations include the North East Ohio Cybersecurity Consortium (NEOCC), Northern Ohio InfraGard, NXGN and NavPoint Alpha. This mix of public-private partnerships and regional vendors reflects the event’s emphasis on local security collaboration and collective cyber resilience.
Expected Topics
Based on the event’s positioning and sponsor involvement, anticipated subject areas include cyber defense, threat intelligence, security operations and best practices for improving organizational security posture.
Who Should Attend
Burning River Cyber Con is suited for cybersecurity professionals, IT staff and security leaders working in the region. Relevant roles include CISOs, security analysts, IT managers, incident responders and members of security-focused organizations such as InfraGard chapters and regional cybersecurity consortia. The event offers opportunities to stay current with threats, exchange knowledge with peers and strengthen professional networks within the local security community.