Billington CyberSecurity Summit 2026
Event Date
September 8–10, 2026
Location
Washington, DC
Expected Exhibitors
150
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Billington CyberSecurity Summit is widely regarded as the premier gathering for government cybersecurity leaders in the United States. Now in its 17th year, the 2026 edition carries the theme "Reducing Risk in an Age of AI-Enabled Threats," convening senior cyber decision-makers from the defense, intelligence, and civilian-agency communities alongside their industry partners. The Summit is expected to draw more than 3,000 attendees and 300+ speakers across 50+ sessions and breakouts.
The event is built around a content-first approach, with nine content tracks spanning Artificial Intelligence, Zero Trust, Workforce Development, Supply Chain Security, and other pressing challenges facing government and industry. Continuing education credits are available through ISC2 and SANS/GIAC.
Attendees include CISOs and CIOs, federal government and military cybersecurity officials, industry contractors and experts, students interested in cybersecurity, and members of the media. With top global cyber leaders convening each year from the Five Eyes and other key allied nations, the Summit offers an unrivaled opportunity for public- and private-sector partners to connect and collaborate on critical cyber issues. Attendance is complimentary for government and military professionals.
Show Highlights
The 17th Annual Summit centers on the theme Reducing Risk in an Age of AI-Enabled Threats and offers:
- 50+ sessions and breakouts organized across nine content tracks, including Artificial Intelligence, Zero Trust, Workforce Development, and Supply Chain Security.
- 300+ speakers drawn from senior government, military, and industry leadership.
- An Exhibit Hall featuring more than 150 exhibitors, Government Agency Booths, the Innovation Stage, and two All-Attendee Receptions.
- Continuing education credits available through ISC2 and SANS/GIAC.
Featured 2026 speakers include Nick Andersen (Acting Director, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency), The Hon. Kirsten Davies (CIO, Department of War), Michael Ellis (Deputy Director, CIA), Rajiv Gupta (Head, Canadian Centre for Cyber Security), Brett Leatherman (Assistant Director, Cyber Division, FBI), and Lt. Gen. Paul T. Stanton (Commander of the Department of War Cyber Defense Command and Director, DISA).
Attendance
The 17th Annual Summit is projected to convene more than 3,000 attendees and 300+ speakers across 50+ sessions and breakouts, with sponsorship materials referencing more than 3,500 senior-level government, military, and industry professionals. For context, the organizer's recent 3rd Annual State & Local CyberSecurity Summit brought together 950+ attendees from 42 states and featured 85+ speakers. Typical attendee titles include CISOs, CIOs, and federal government and military cybersecurity officials.
Registration
Registration is open through the Summit's Whova portal. Rates vary by attendee category and by registration window (Early Bird ended 06/01; Standard ends 08/15; followed by Last Call pricing):
- Government & Military: Free (must register with a verified.gov or.mil email address; provisional options available).
- Sponsor & Partner: Included with a unique comp code (a $2,595 value).
- Corporate: $2,295 Standard / $2,595 Last Call.
- Small Business (fewer than 50 employees): $1,195 Standard / $1,395 Last Call.
- Non-Profit / Academic: $795 Standard / $895 Last Call (requires verified.edu or.org email).
- Student: $95 Standard / $145 Last Call (requires verified institutional.edu email).
- Press: Free (media credentials required on-site).
Ticket prices include applicable sales tax; processing fees are additional. Note: Summits are open only to citizens of the United States and US Allied Nations, and government-issued photo ID confirming citizenship is required on-site prior to entry.
History
Billington CyberSecurity has operated since 2010, building and convening a community of senior cyber leaders across government and industry to foster information and knowledge sharing in support of the national security interests of the United States and allied nations. Over 17 years it has grown into what the organizer describes as the leader in federal cybersecurity education events, convening a large ecosystem of senior-level public- and private-sector leaders from the U.S. and allied partners. The 2026 event is the 17th Annual Summit, and the organization has also expanded its portfolio to include a State & Local CyberSecurity Summit.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: July 22, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 17th Annual Billington CyberSecurity Summit?
The Summit takes place September 8-10, 2026, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC 20001.
Who should attend the Summit?
The event is designed for CISOs and CIOs, federal government and military cybersecurity officials, industry contractors and experts, students interested in cybersecurity, and members of the media. It draws senior cyber leaders from the U.S. and allied nations across the defense, intelligence, and civilian-agency communities.
How much does it cost to register and how do I sign up?
Registration is handled through the Summit's Whova portal. Attendance is free for government, military, and press; standard rates are $2,295 for corporate, $1,195 for small business, $795 for non-profit/academic, and $95 for students, with higher Last Call pricing after the standard window ends August 15.
Are there citizenship or eligibility requirements to attend?
Yes. Billington CyberSecurity Summits are open only to citizens of the United States and citizens of US Allied Nations. Confirmation of citizenship is required during registration, and government-issued photo identification is required on-site before entry.
What makes the Summit worth attending?
The Summit convenes more than 3,000 attendees and 300+ speakers across 50+ sessions in nine content tracks, plus an Exhibit Hall with 150+ exhibitors, an Innovation Stage, and networking receptions. Continuing education credits are available through ISC2 and SANS/GIAC.
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