All Upcoming Cybersecurity Events
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5th February 2026 | ChiBrrCon 2026
ChiBrrCon is a privately funded, not-for-profit, charitable organization established for information security and technology focused individuals. Building on years of hosting in-house conferences to help address tight corporate training budgets, ChiBrrCon was founded by corporate information security leaders and sponsored by their respective organizations in 2020.
The mission and vision of ChiBrrCon are the same as the ones our founders set with their own in-house programs; to provide attendees with high quality training, an opportunity to present to a safe audience, and an opportunity to meet peers with like interests. ChiBrrCon is hosted and taught by information security and technology professionals from the Chicagoland Area with special guest speakers from around the world.
In 2022 we broadened our mission to meet the needs of a broader set of audience members and introduced learner tracks for individuals in the beginning of their security and technology careers, and individuals seeking the next step in their development to become a Chief Information Security Officer. We also broadened our private list of invitees to include organizations seeking to address diversity gaps in our profession.
Physical • Paid • Part of ChiBrrCon NFP
5th February 2026 | ISACA Student Summit 2026
The ISACA Student Summit 2026 is designed to help students and recent graduates understand how to start a career in cybersecurity and IT. It provides accessible sessions led by experienced industry professionals who offer practical insights on essential skills, foundational concepts, and the realities of entering the field. The short daily schedule keeps the content focused and manageable for students balancing coursework or early career responsibilities, and the virtual format makes participation convenient from anywhere.
The event also encourages students to connect with peers and mentors who share similar goals in cybersecurity and technology. Attendees gain exposure to multiple career pathways, professional expectations, and the broader ISACA community. With its practical guidance, networking value, and approachable design, the summit serves as a useful starting point for young professionals who want to build confidence and move toward opportunities in the cyber and IT workforce.
Online • Free • Part of ISACA
12th February 2026 | Information Systems Security Association-Chicago 2026
ISSA-Chicago on Thursday February 12 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM:
Speaker 1: Chris Cronin, Partner, Governance & Compliance Services, HALOCK
Title of Talk: Why AI Can’t Fix Your Cyber Risk (and Might Be Making It Worse)
Description of Talk: Since the release of ChatGPT 3.5 in 2022, AI has become the default answer to almost every cybersecurity problem—including risk assessments. AI and large language models (LLM) can generate polished, confident-looking risk analyses in seconds. But LLMs are not probability engines, despite what their vendors will tell you.
In this session, Chris Cronin will demonstrate why AI is fundamentally incapable of managing cybersecurity risk on its own—and how overreliance on AI can actually increase organizational risk. Attendees will see where AI outputs break down, why “AI-generated” does not mean “defensible,” and how regulators, auditors, and courts still expect human decision-making grounded in reasonableness.
Chris Cronin, creator of the Duty of Care Risk Analysis Standards, has advised governments, courts, Fortune 100 companies, and startups on cybersecurity risk analysis and regulatory compliance. His work centers on helping organizations make risk decisions that can be explained, justified, and defended—not just automated.
Chris will provide the simple rule reasonable risk uses to decide when AI belongs in their SaaS platform—and when it does not. Attendees will leave with a clear framework for using AI as a "supporting tool" rather than a decision-maker, and a practical understanding of how DoCRA principles are shaping AI, cybersecurity, and privacy laws around the world.
Bio: Chris Cronin is a partner at HALOCK Security Labs and Reasonable Risk and is the Chair of the DoCRA Council. He is the principal author of the DoCRA Standard and CIS RAM, Center for Internet Security’s Risk Assessment Method. Chris’ work as an expert witness has helped clients, regulators, and litigators evaluate the reasonableness of security controls during post-breach legal action. Chris is an active member of the Sedona Conference, a non-profit think tank for creating and publishing commentaries and guidance to the bench, bar, and the public.
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Speaker #2: Chris Carter - Business Executive, Board Chair, Cancer Survivor, GRC Strategist, vCISO | Leadership Coach, and AI & Board Advisor.
Presentation Title: Leading Through the Next Wave: Building a Resilient Security Culture Across All Levels
Abstract: Cyber risk has entered an era where operational disruption, and reputational threats converge. Leadership, not technology, has become the defining factor in organizational resilience.
In this engaging, practical and interactive session, Chris Carter draws on decades of executive leadership experience to explore how today’s security leaders must evolve beyond technical expertise to become cultural architects, strategic communicators, and trusted crisis leaders. As the role of the CISO continues to expand in 2026 and beyond, success will depend on the ability to align executives, technical teams, and frontline staff around a shared understanding of risk and responsibility.
Blending real-world (anonymized) incident experiences with timeless leadership principles from widely respected, non-technical leaders, this talk reframes cybersecurity as a human and organizational challenge rather than a purely technical one. Attendees will gain practical strategies for bridging the divide between leadership and technical teams, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and leading with clarity and empathy during high-pressure incidents.
The session concludes with a forward-looking challenge that empowers participants to take immediate, actionable steps such as establishing cross-functional security dialogues to strengthen trust, improve decision-making, and build a resilient security culture across all levels of the organization.
Key Takeaways:
How the CISO role is evolving from technical expert to enterprise leader Proven leadership principles that strengthen security culture and trust Practical ways to align executives and technical teams around shared risk ownership. How to lead calmly, clearly, and credibly during incidents and crises
Bio: With 20+ years of experience across governance, risk, compliance, finance, and executive leadership, Chris Carter ( formerly with Zurich and Optiv in particular ) specializes in aligning cybersecurity strategy with enterprise growth, resilience, and regulatory confidence. His work spans financial services, healthcare, private equity, and professional services—helping organizations mature their systems and processes through NIST-aligned frameworks and measurable business outcomes.
Certifications: QTE | CCISO | CISSP | CRISC | CDPSE | CISM | CISA | AWS | ITIL | Yellow Belt
Physical • Paid • Part of Information Systems Security Association-Chicago
3rd March 2026 | The Official Cybersecurity Summit: Chicago 2026
The Official Cybersecurity Summits 2026 is a nationwide conference series designed for senior-level cybersecurity, IT, and business leaders across multiple US markets and virtual audiences. The series includes both in-person and virtual events such as Ransomware Resilience, Healthcare Security, and city-based summits in Tampa, Seattle or Bellevue, San Diego, Atlanta, Silicon Valley, New York, and Chicago. Each summit is curated to address real-world security challenges faced by enterprises, government organizations, and critical infrastructure sectors.
Across all locations, the summits focus on practical cybersecurity strategies, emerging threats, compliance pressures, and executive-level decision making. Attendees gain insights through expert-led sessions that emphasize actionable solutions rather than theoretical discussions. By combining regional networking with nationally recognized speakers, the 2026 series creates consistent value for security leaders looking to stay informed, connected, and prepared in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.
Physical • Paid • Part of The Official Cyber Security Summit
2nd April 2026 | CIOMeet: Chicago 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.