Tue, Oct 26, 2021, 11:45 AM –
Wed, Oct 27, 2021, 5:00 PM EDT

The 2021 Symposium will showcase success stories of secure digital transformation to serve people equitably, sustainably and cost-beneficially.

Two innovations will be announced, which aim to move the needle in securing Smart Cities and Communities.

Topics for local governments include:

  • Keynote by CISA Deputy Director Nitin Natarajan and Mayor Lily Mei
  • Mayors Panel 1: A Lesson from Crises: Your City’s SafetyNet
  • Keynote on Emerging Risks and Opportunities for Smart Cities
  • Case Studies on Planning, Execution & Resources by governments and enabling organizations

Topics for small businesses:

  • Phishing, ransomware & and working remotely? Hands on training to keep you safe
  • Small business owners: grow online safely (and free)
  • Helper organizations share their programs and tools (free of charge)
  • Keynote: Small Business Recovery – Digital SafetyNet for the Future by Mayor of Coral Gables, Vice Mayor of San Jose, NIST fellow, and leaders from the Dept of Commerce

Topics for professionals:

  • Upskill and network based on cybersecurity trends & oh, earn CPEs
  • Job Fair & Cybersecurity Capture-the-Flag
  • Opportunities to volunteer, grow & receive awards
  • Have you configured your cell phone for privacy? You’ll be amazed! Bring your youngsters too