Agenda

Thu 11 Sep 2025

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8:00AM

Registration and Networking

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM (60 mins)

9:00AM

Welcome from Public Sector Network

9:00 AM - 9:10 AM (10 mins)

9:10AM

Welcome from the Chair

9:10 AM - 9:20 AM (10 mins)

9:20AM
Keynote

From Blueprint to Battle: Implementing Cyber Strategies to Stop Threat Actors in Their Tracks

9:20 AM - 9:50 AM (30 mins)

Kirk Herath Cybersecurity Strategic Advisor, Office of the Governor, State of Ohio
Holly Drake State Chief Information Security Officer & Chief Privacy Officer, Department of Administrative Services, State of Ohio

Strategic planning is only half the battle—real protection comes from how well you execute. This session will show you how to apply new approaches to turn your cybersecurity strategy into practical, measurable outcomes that stop threat actors before damage is done

  • Adapt your cyber framework to shifting threat landscapes
  • Improve coordination between policy, operations, and IT teams
  • Increase visibility and control over critical digital assets
  • Optimize resource allocation for rapid, resilient response
  • Transform plans into frontline-ready protocols with clear accountability
9:50AM
Industry Insights

Protecting Your Data Privacy In The Digital Age

9:50 AM - 10:10 AM (20 mins)

10:10AM
Keynote

How to Transform Maintenance and Repair Training with Extended Reality

10:10 AM - 10:25 AM (15 mins)

Joseph Friar Research Inquiry Analyst, Cybersecurity & Information Systems Information Analysis Center

Extended Reality (XR) is an all-encompassing term that groups three similar technologies: virtual (VR), augmented (AR), and mixed reality (MR).  While XR is a field that has been in development in the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) since the late 1960s, it has continued to see major advancements in recent years. XR is a transformative technology that offers a powerful solution to modernize workflows and enhance operational performance, by reducing costs, improving efficiency, and minimizing risks. This session will explore the current XR landscape and share strategies of integrating XR into maintenance programs for impactful results.

  • Optimize maintenance training with immersive XR technologies
  • Reduce operational downtime and costs using XR-driven solutions
  • Enhance skills retention and readiness through interactive learning
  • Address challenges in deploying XR within defense environments
10:25AM
Industry Insights

Defending your Landscape against Cybersecurity Threats

10:25 AM - 10:45 AM (20 mins)

10:45AM

Refreshment Break

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM (30 mins)

11:15AM
Roundtables

Interactive Roundtables

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM (60 mins)

Split into specialized conversation areas and join engaging discussions to dive deeper into your innovation priorities.

RoundTable 1: Endpoint Management: Managing IT Lifecycles with Speed and Scale Roundtable 2: Threat Vector Monitoring: Identifying Unknown Devices and Intruders 

Roundtable 3: Advancing Cyber Incident Preparedness and Response 

Roundtable 4: Ransomware Planning: Response, Mitigation, and Recovery 

12:15PM
Keynote panel

Mapping your Cybersecurity Plan: Insight & Execution

12:15 PM - 12:45 PM (30 mins)

Steve Whipkey Deputy Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Administrative Services, State of Ohio
Kimberly Roy Wilson Director of the Office of Information Technology & Services, City of Cleveland

Creating and implementing a cyber security strategy is more critical than ever as the number of security-related breaches rises. Cybersecurity strategy is the big picture that gives us the chance to begin solving that puzzle, rather than just being experts on a few items. Therefore, it is imperative to have a well thought out plan for execution.

This panel of industry thought experts will share insights and knowledge. From this session you will have a better understanding of:

  • What are the most important considerations when developing a cybersecurity incident response plan?
  • Identify External Data Security Resources.
  • Learn how different leaders are building a culture comprised of the right systems, processes, and people to support their strategy.
12:45PM

Closing Remarks from the Chair and Networking Lunch

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM (60 mins)

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