Five Sessions At The RSA Conference We’re Looking Forward To

As a PR pro, it’s not enough to just read the news every day, but to also be on the ground at trade shows learning what industry insiders are talking about, so as to stay ahead of industry developments. For those plugged into cybersecurity, the annual RSA Conference cannot be missed. 

With the changing cyber threat and policy landscape top of mind, what I want to know most about this year is how cyber pros are navigating emerging tech and policy challenges.

Looking ahead to the conference, there are the five sessions I’m watching for:

This session will likely offer invaluable insights into Target’s specialized team approach to high-severity incidents. I’m eager to learn how they balance press communications, regulatory requirements, and operational continuity while preserving their reputation during crisis situations.

Offensive AI promises a hands-on experience automating reconnaissance and resource development within the MITRE ATT&CK framework. This practical application of AI for penetration testing could revolutionize our defensive posture. I’m also curious if there will be comments about the recent issues around the CVE program.

This session addresses a critical gap in board-level cybersecurity oversight. While cybersecurity is growing in priority among the top echelons of corporate America, what I’m hearing is that there’s still a disconnect between reality and perception in the boardroom. I want to know how that has evolved.

This talk will provide essential insights into the world’s most comprehensive AI regulation. While some countries are abdicating their leadership in laying guardrails, the EU seems determined to press on and go it alone if need be. Understanding Brussels’ regulatory framework is crucial as we integrate more AI into our security operations.

Featuring DARPA and government leaders will showcase cutting-edge approaches to defending critical systems—vital knowledge as cyber threats increasingly target essential services. Knowing that pursuing offensive cyber capabilities is a key goal of the current US administration, it’ll be interesting to learn how it would be achieved in actuality.