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Cybersecurity in California

California is leading the nation when it comes to cybersecurity measures.

The state is one of the most proactive when it comes to cybersecurity initiatives, regulations, and enforcement activities.

The State of California has invested heavily in cybersecurity activities in the past decade. It was one of the first states to require businesses to file breach notification reports and has been one of the most vocal advocates for increased cybersecurity standards for businesses. Additionally, the state has been extremely active in developing and implementing guidelines and international standards for increased cyber protection and information security governance.

When it comes to cyber events and conferences in California, there are a variety of opportunities to help strengthen cybersecurity knowledge and experience. The California Cybersecurity Conference is a prime event that takes place at the University of California and serves as an ideal platform to share cyber insights and security best practices.

There are also various regional events such as IDF Cyber Academy, Siliconium Conference, and a variety of enterprise security seminars that are drawing a large number of IT professionals from the region.

In addition, the state has several cybersecurity programs for students to learn more about the subject matter.

The University of California's Center for Cybersecurity provides students with advanced training, real-world projects, and research opportunities in several areas related to cybersecurity.

The highest level of education available in the state is offered at California Polytechnic State University's Cybersecurity Program, which enables students to get a fast-track degree in the IT security field.

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22nd February 2026 | ViVE 2026

ViVE 2026 is a leading digital health conference that brings together healthcare executives, technology leaders, and innovators shaping the future of the industry. Co created by HLTH and CHIME, the event focuses on how technology supports secure, efficient, and patient centered healthcare systems. Cybersecurity plays an important role within broader discussions around data protection, interoperability, AI adoption, and safeguarding sensitive health information.

Held in Los Angeles, ViVE offers a highly curated environment designed for decision makers across health systems and payer organizations. Attendees gain practical insights through real world use cases, live demonstrations, and peer driven discussions. With a strong emphasis on secure digital transformation, the event helps leaders evaluate solutions, manage cyber risk, and implement technologies that improve outcomes while protecting healthcare data.

Physical • Paid • Part of ViVE

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23rd February 2026 | SANS Surge 2026

It’s time to suit up and sharpen your skills at SANS Surge 2026 — the premiere, high-stakes, hands-on training event where cybersecurity heroes are born.

Under the guidance of legendary instructors — true heroes of the cyber realm — you'll engage in powerful training sessions, action-packed labs, and real-time missions that put your skills to the ultimate test.

Whether you're a seasoned guardian or just discovering your powers, this event will arm you with the tools needed to battle today’s most formidable digital threats.

Hybrid (Both) • Paid • Part of SANS Institute

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23rd February 2026 | Network and Distributed System Security (NDSS) Symposium 2026

The NDSS Symposium 2026 will bring together leading researchers, practitioners and developers who focus on the security of networked and distributed systems. When participants gather from 23 to 27 February in San Diego, they will engage in deep discussions about system design, implementation and real-world security challenges affecting the Internet and its infrastructure. With a strong emphasis on practical and applied work rather than purely theoretical models, the event is particularly suited to those who design secure systems, deploy large-scale networks or defend critical services.

During the week, attendees will have access to peer-reviewed paper presentations, workshops and tutorials that present the latest findings in Internet security research. Beyond the sessions, the Symposium provides opportunities to connect with fellow practitioners, learn from the implementation successes and failures of others, and explore how new research can be translated into real systems. This blend of rigorous research and real-world relevance makes NDSS a must-attend event for anyone working in cybersecurity of network and distributed systems.

Physical • Paid • Part of Internet Society

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24th February 2026 | USENIX Conference on File and Storage Technologies (FAST) 2026

FAST 2026 brings together researchers and practitioners working on modern file systems and storage technologies, with cybersecurity playing an increasingly important role across the program. As storage platforms have become primary targets for ransomware, data tampering, and large scale breaches, the conference highlights research that directly supports secure, resilient, and trustworthy data systems. Topics such as encrypted storage, secure erasure, auditing, provenance, and privacy preserving designs are tightly aligned with real world cybersecurity challenges.

The conference emphasizes how storage systems act as both attack surfaces and critical recovery layers during cyber incidents. Research presented at FAST 2026 explores techniques for detecting malicious behavior at the storage layer, defending against ransomware through immutable data structures, and enabling reliable recovery through secure snapshots and data lineage. This makes FAST 2026 highly relevant for security engineers, infrastructure leaders, and researchers focused on protecting data at scale.

Physical • Paid • Part of USENIX Association

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24th February 2026 | CIOMeet: CTO San Francisco 2026

The CIOMeet 2026 series brings together senior IT executives and cybersecurity leaders from around the world in an intimate, interactive setting designed to foster collaboration and insight sharing. Each regional event provides attendees with the opportunity to engage directly with peers, industry experts, and solution providers, focusing on emerging cybersecurity threats, strategic IT leadership, and enterprise technology trends. The meetings are carefully structured to allow for meaningful discussions, networking, and thought leadership presentations, making them highly valuable for decision-makers who need actionable insights.

Across its many locations, from major U.S. tech hubs to international centers like London, Sydney, and Sao Paulo, CIOMeet emphasizes the local and global perspectives of cybersecurity challenges. Participants can expect to leave with new strategies for enhancing organizational security posture, understanding risk management trends, and building professional networks with senior-level IT executives. The combination of social dinners, workshops, and CTO-focused roundtables ensures that each attendee gains practical knowledge while also forging important business relationships in the cybersecurity ecosystem.

Physical • Paid • Part of CXO Inc.

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