10th Annual Cyber Southwest Symposium

Cyber Southwest Symposium

About this event

The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) - Southwest Chapter, Arizona InfraGard/Arizona Cyber Threat Response Alliance (ACTRA), AFCEA - Tucson Chapter, and the AZ Cyber Initiative are collaborating to organize the 10th Annual Cyber Southwest (CSW) Symposium on Thursday, December 4, 2025. The symposium will be held at the UA Tech Park Event Center - 9030 S Rita Rd, Suite 302, Tucson AZ , 85747 from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. All those that are interested are welcome. CPE/CEU Credit will be awarded and lunch will be provided.

CSW will gather government and defense industry Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) who will share their knowledge and insights on various aspects of cybersecurity, including AI/ML, cyber threats, cyber defense, cyber risk mitigation, data protection, and current remediation strategies.

Confirmed Keynote Speakers:

• Dr. Greg Carpenter, Principal Partner, CW PENSEC
• Keith Christiansen, Senior Technology & Cybersecurity Leader
• Christian Taillon, Threat Intelligence Director, Arizona Cyber Threat Response Alliance

Confirmed Speakers:

• Dr. Michael Clayborn, Cybersecurity Manager/ISSM, RTX
• Alex Dely, Contract Manager, RTX
• Special Agent Nick Smith, Cyber Agent, Federal Bureau of Investigation - Phoenix Division

Sponsor & Exhibit Opportunities Are Available on Both Days:

Sponsor and Exhibit Opportunities are available. Showcase your products and services at the 10th Annual Cyber southwest Symposium. For more information contact us at info@ssewest.com.