Zero Trust is reshaping how government agencies protect systems, data, and users in a rapidly evolving threat landscape. This session will explore how you can apply new approaches to verify access continuously and reduce risk across your digital infrastructure.

• Redefine trust by eliminating default access and verifying every connection
  
• Implement Zero Trust architecture across legacy and modern environments
  
• Overcome operational and cultural hurdles to adoption
  
• Improve real-time threat detection and response using Zero Trust principles
  
• Align your Zero Trust roadmap with federal and state mandates
  

Government agencies rely on private sector partners to help secure their cloud environments, but budgets and resources remain tight. Industry leaders must deliver scalable, cost-effective security solutions that enhance protection without adding complexity. This session will explore how private sector innovators can support public sector cloud security with smarter, more efficient tools.

• Develop solutions that maximize security while minimizing operational overhead
• Leverage automation and AI-driven tools to enhance threat detection and response
• Improve compliance with government security frameworks through streamlined approaches
• Strengthen identity and access management to mitigate insider and external threats
• Explore case studies of industry-driven innovations that support secure cloud adoption in government

As digital transformation accelerates, protecting critical infrastructure and sensitive data has never been more challenging. Cyber threats are growing in complexity, requiring advanced security strategies that go beyond traditional defenses. This session will explore cutting-edge solutions to strengthen resilience in an increasingly connected world.

• Enhance security with AI-driven threat detection and real-time response capabilities
• Improve data protection through advanced encryption and zero-trust frameworks
• Strengthen critical infrastructure by integrating proactive risk management strategies
• Leverage automation to reduce vulnerabilities and streamline security operations
• Learn from real-world examples of organizations successfully securing digital ecosystems

Government agencies face an evolving threat landscape that demands smarter, faster, and more adaptive security operations. The private sector plays a critical role in delivering advanced solutions that enhance threat detection, incident response, and overall resilience. This session will explore how industry partners can support government security operations with cutting-edge technology and expertise.

• Develop AI-driven security operations to improve threat detection and response times
• Enhance automation to streamline incident management and reduce operational burden
• Strengthen government cyber resilience with scalable, cost-effective security solutions
• Improve collaboration between industry and government to combat emerging threats
• Explore real-world case studies of successful security operations transformation in the public sector

1. Advancing Threat Detection Technologies
2. Integrated Cyber Defense Solutions
3. Innovations in Security Operations
4. Building a Comprehensive Security Culture

As cyber threats grow in sophistication, organizations must evolve beyond traditional security measures. A resilient cybersecurity strategy requires adaptability, proactive threat management, and seamless coordination across teams. This session will explore how to strengthen security posture in an ever-changing digital landscape.

• Improve threat detection and response with AI-driven security solutions
• Strengthen cyber resilience through zero-trust frameworks and continuous monitoring
• Adapt to evolving risks by integrating threat intelligence into security operations
• Enhance collaboration across public and private sectors to mitigate large-scale cyber threats
• Learn from real-world examples of organizations successfully navigating modern cybersecurity challenges

Joseph Squillace

Assistant Teaching Professor, Cybersecurity Department, Pennsylvania State University

Paul Burton

Director of Information Technology, Pennsylvania Treasury

Christopher Allwein

Cyber Intelligence Manager, Pennsylvania State Police, Bureau of Criminal Investigation