Upcoming Events of Interest

	Upcoming Events of Interest

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This section features a wide variety of upcoming security-related conferences, workshops, symposiums, competitions, and events happening in the United States and the world. This list also includes several past events with links to proceedings or summaries of the actual activities.

Note: The events may also be found on the SoS Calendar, located by clicking the 'Calendar' tab on the left-hand navigation bar.

Cyber Radiance 2016
Cyber Radiance is a two day exclusive conference and exhibition for Students, Professionals serving in IT industry and Law Enforcement Agencies comprising of High level speakers from Government and Private Organizations who will present their views on protection against the ever growing menace of cyber-attack. The discussion will cover issues such as cyber security risks and provide solutions to both the public and private sector, and what more can be done to ensure protection of government and private organizations against cyber-attacks.
Date: May 7 - 8
Location: Lucknow, India
URL: http://www.cyberradiance.org/

Secure360
The Secure360 Conference is the professional conference of choice for comprehensive security and risk management education. Collaboration and education for your entire team. Secure360 focuses on the following key focus areas: governance, risk and compliance, information security, physical security, business continuity management, and professional development.
Date: May 17 - 18
Location: St. Paul, Mn
URL: http://secure360.org/

HITBSECCONF2016 - AMSTERDAM
HITBSecConf or the Hack In The Box Security Conference is an annual must attend event in the calendars of security researchers and professionals around the world. Held annually in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Amsterdam in The Netherlands, HITBSecConf is a platform for the discussion and dissemination of next generation computer security issues. Our events routinely feature two days of trainings and a two-day multi-track conference featuring cutting-edge hardcore technical talks delivered by some of the most respected names in the computer security industry. HITBSecConf is a place where ideas are exchanged, talent discovered and genius celebrated.
Date: May 23 - 27
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
URL:http://conference.hitb.org/

escar USA 2016
The overall goal and objective of the escar USA workshop is to provide a forum to encourage collaboration among private industry (e.g. , OEMs, suppliers, vendors), academia, and government (e.g., DOT, NHTSA, DoD, DHS, European Commission) regarding modern in-vehicle Cyber Security threats, vulnerabilities, and risk mitigation/countermeasures. In addition to Cyber Security, escar also addresses other automotive security issues such as electronic theft protection and new digital business models. This workshop will create the opportunity for information exchange, networking, and collaboration among your peers and a setting to define research needs. The workshop will also offer networking opportunities for (future) attendees in relevant government initiatives.
Date: June 1 - 2
Location: Detroit, MI
URL: https://www.escar.info/escar-usa.html

Techno Security & Forensics Investigation Conference
The Eighteenth Annual International Techno Security & Forensics Investigations Conference will be held June 5 - June 8 in sunny Myrtle Beach at the Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort. This conference promises to be the international meeting place for IT Security professionals from around the world. The conference will feature some of the top speakers in the industry and will raise international awareness towards increased education and ethics in IT security.
Date: June 5 - 8
Location: Myrtle Beach, SC
URL: http://www.technosecurity.us/Content/Welcome

Infosecurity Europe
Infosecurity Europe is the founding brand of Infosecurity Group - a business unit of Reed Exhibitions UK Ltd. It is Europe's number one information security event, featuring the largest and most comprehensive education programme, and over 315 exhibitors showcasing the most diverse range of products and services to 12,000 visitors.
Date: June 7 - 9
Location: London, UK
URL: http://www.infosecurityeurope.com/

AFCEA Homeland Security Conference 2016
The AFCEA Homeland Security Conference is your chance to bring your products and solutions right to decision-makers within the homeland security community. The 2016 event will offer enhanced oppurtunitiesfor networking between business and government, such as lunches held in the exhibit area each day, as well as an impressive program of keynote speakers, panelists and sessions.
Date: June 21 - 22
Location: Washington D.C.
URL: http://events.afcea.org//homeland16/Public/enter.aspx

Security of Things World
Exploring Security and the Internet of Things. A world class event focused on the next information security revolution. Be part of Security of Things World in June in Berlin to tailor your proposition to respond to the security concerns that preoccupy enterprise customers today and find pragmatic solutions to the most common security threats.
Date: June 27 - 28
Location: Berlin, Germany
URL: http://securityofthingsworld.com/en/

Appsec Europe 2016
OWASP is a nonprofit community organization with 200 chapters in over 100 countries around the world. Our mission is to make software security visible, so that individuals and organizations worldwide can make informed decisions about true software security risks. Our wiki has a wealth of security knowledge and we are well known for many of our influential security projects. The OWASP AppSec conferences represent our largest outreach efforts to advance our mission of spreading security knowledge. These events help fund the non-profit organization and provide a great learning experience for everyone involved. Many thanks to our conference sponsors, OWASP foundation sponsors, and most importantly the OWASP community!
Date: June 27 - July 1
Location: Rome, Italy
URL: http://2016.appsec.eu/

European Conference on Cyber Warfare and Security
It is now 15 years since the European Conference on Cyber Warfare and Security (ECCWS) was established. It has been held in Finland, Estonia, Greece, Portugal, England, The Netherlands to mention only a few of the countries which have hosted it. This conferences attracts an interesting combination of academic scholars, military personnel, practitioners and individuals who are engaged in various aspects of the cyber security community. ECCWS is generally attended by participants from more than 30 countries. The Journal of Information Warfare regularly publishes a number of the papers presented at this conference.
Date: July 7 - 8
Location: Munich, Germany
URL: http://www.academic-conferences.org/conferences/eccws/

International Symposium on Human Aspects of Information Security & Assurance (HAISA 2016)
We invite you to participate in the International Symposium on Human Aspects of Information Security & Assurance (HAISA 2016). The event will be held over the 19-21 July 2016 in the city of Frankfurt, Germany in association with the Eleventh International Network Conference (INC2016). This symposium, the tenth in our series, will bring together leading figures from academia and industry to present and discuss the latest advances in information security from research and commercial perspectives.
Date: July 19 - 21
Location: Frankfurt, Germany
URL: http://www.haisa.org/

AFCEA Classified Cyber Forum 2016
The AFCEA Classified Cyber Forum is a one day event focusing on the substantial threats sophisticated adversaries pose to government and industry, computer networks, and data that require the U.S. government to leverage private sector resources and capabilities. The agenda will explore the challenges in accomplishing this goal and highlight where public-private sector cooperation is most needed.
Date: July 21
Location: Chantily, VA
URL: http://www.afcea.org/event/?q=CyberForum2016

Billington Global Automotive Cybersecurity Summit
The centerpiece of this day-long summit will be the keynote addresses by U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx, the country's top transportation official, and GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra, the chief of the country's largest automaker. The automotive sector is taking some steps to bolster cybersecurity awareness and knowledge. Last year the industry created the Automotive Information Sharing and Analysis Center ("Auto-ISAC,") to enhance information sharing in the auto sector. In addition, companies are forming "coordinated disclosure programs" which allow security researchers to share cyber threats with the OEMS (Original Equipment Manufacturers.)
Date: July 22, 2016
Location: Detroit, MI
URL: http://www.billingtoncybersecurity.com/global-automotive-cybersecurity-summit/

Black Hat USA
Black Hat is the most technical and relevant global information security event series in the world. For more than 16 years, Black Hat has provided attendees with the very latest in information security research, development, and trends in a strictly vendor-neutral environment. These high-profile global events and Trainings are driven by the needs of the security community, striving to bring together the best minds in the industry. Black Hat inspires professionals at all career levels, encouraging growth and collaboration among academia, world-class researchers, and leaders in the public and private sectors. From its inception in 1997, Black Hat has grown from a single annual conference in Las Vegas to the most respected information security event series internationally. Today, the Black Hat Briefings and Trainings are held annually in the United States, Europe and Asia, providing a premier venue for elite security researchers and trainers to find their audience.
Date: July 30 - August 4
Location: Las Vegas, NV
URL: https://www.blackhat.com/us-16/

TechNet Augusta 2016
TechNet Augusta provides a forum for key military professionals from the U.S. Defense Department, armed services and U.S. Coast Guard to discuss issues and share ideas. Government, industry and academic speakers address a range of topics and focus on the importance of the network, security issues and training to enable operational forces to modernize and be ready to meet emerging challenges in 2025 and beyond.
Date: August 2 - 4
Location: Augusta, GA
URL: http://events.afcea.org/Augusta16/Public/Enter.aspx

USENIX Security 2016
The USENIX Security Symposium brings together researchers, practitioners, system administrators, system programmers, and others interested in the latest advances in the security and privacy of computer systems and networks. The 25th USENIX Security Symposium will be held August 10-12, 2016, in Austin, TX.
Date: August 10 - 12
Location: Austin, TX
URL: https://www.usenix.org/conference/usenixsecurity16

Intelligence and National Security Summit 2016
Hosted by the two leading professional associations - AFCEA International (AFCEA) and the Intelligence and National Security Alliance (INSA) - this is the premier gathering of senior decision makers from government, military, industry and academia. In its first two years the summit drew more than 3,000 attendees, exhibitors and journalists. This two-day, unclassified summit boasts an impressive agenda again in 2016 with top federal agency leaders and policymakers sharing their assessments and priorities for U.S. intelligence over five plenary sessions. In addition, nine breakout sessions divided into three tracks - Cyber, Policy, and Enduring Issues - will allow for additional emphasis and discussion of contemporary challenges and opportunities. The Summit's collection of influential speakers and attendees makes this one event intelligence- and cyber-related companies cannot afford to miss as an attendee, exhibitor, or sponsor.
Date: September 7 - 8
Location: Washington D.C.
URL: http://events.jspargo.com/inss16/public/enter.aspx

Rock Stars of Cybersecurity/Threats and Counter Measures
What Do Google, Adobe, Intel Health and Life Sciences, and PayPal Know About Cybersecurity That You Need to Know? Lots! The attackers have gotten more sophisticated. No company or person is safe. The only way to protect your organization and your personal data in 2016 is with a strong Cybersecurity solution. At Rock Stars of Risk-based Security, we've brought together the real leaders in this critical technology - Google, Adobe, PayPal, Intel Health and Life Sciences, and others - to talk about the trends, cybersecurity programs and advice on how you can develop real-world security solutions that work for your organization - and that don't disrupt your operations.
Date: September 13
Location: Seattle, WA
URL: https://www.computer.org/web/rock-stars/cybersec-seattle#fans

Global Identity Summit 2016
The Global Identity Summit provides an immersive environment where identity professionals from the federal government, private sector, and academia can dedicate three continuous days to strategic planning, information sharing, needs analysis, collaboration, and relationship building. GIS venues are chosen to support this environment (rather than drive-by participation), and enable concurrent presentation tracks, workshops, exhibition space, dining, and private events.
Date: September 19 - 22
Location: Tampa, FL
URL: http://events.afcea.org/GlobalID16/Public/enter.aspx

IEEE Intelligence and Security Informatics (ISI) 2016
Intelligence and Security Informatics (ISI) is an interdisciplinary research field involving academic researchers in information technologies, computer science, public policy, bioinformatics, medical informatics, and social and behavior studies; local, state, and federal law enforcement and intelligence experts; and information technology industry consultants and practitioners. ISI supports counterterrorism and homeland security's missions of anticipation, prevention, preparedness and response to security events, in physical, cyber, enterprise, and societal spaces. The 2016 conference will be held in Tucson, Arizona. This year, special workshops will provide participants with even more opportunities for information exchange, networking, and cross-domain problem-solving.
Date: September 27 - 30
Location: Tucson, AZ
URL: http://www.isi-conf.org/

MILCOM 2016
MILCOM is the one conference where command, control, and communication challenges are presented and discussed end to end - from research and development through existing solutions to future needs. It offers industry the opportunity to understand the breadth of requirements, the pace of change, and the state of play in a variety of C4I markets serving DoD as well as federal agencies, and multinational entities. Leaders across government, industry, and academia will address their needs, their issues, and their solutions in the rapidly evolving Cyber domain.
Date: November 1 - 3
Location: Baltimore, MD
URL: http://events.afcea.org/milcom16/public/enter.aspx

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