The must-attend event for those securing satellite communications, mitigating cyber threats, and engineering resilient space systems, now in its 10th year.
Since 2017
Unclassified + Classified
Technical + Operational
NOFORN · Clearance Required
Where Space & Cybersecurity Leaders Converge
Now in its 10th year, CyberSat is the must-attend event for those securing satellite communications, mitigating cyber threats, and engineering resilient space systems. Two dedicated programs deliver technical deep dives, real-world case studies, and actionable solutions to combat evolving cyber risks.
- Classified & unclassified sessions with government, military, and industry leaders
- Deep-dive technical tracks on LEO/MEO/GEO vulnerabilities and AI-driven threats
- Live tabletop crisis simulation exercise hosted by Space ISAC
- Keynotes from senior DoD, Space Force, and intelligence community leaders
- Practitioner-first forum, no product pitches, just mission-critical intelligence
- As space systems become software-defined and digitally interconnected, CyberSat is where those challenges get addressed head-on
What You’ll Gain at CyberSat 2026
Strategic insights derived from sessions with DoD, IC, and commercial space leaders, addressing the most pressing challenges facing national security space assets.
AI-Enabled Cyber Defense
Leveraging AI to protect end-to-end space systems, from satellite C2 to ground infrastructure and autonomous mission operations.
Space System Defense in Practice
How defenders are actually securing satellite networks, ground stations, and mission data against real and evolving adversary activity.
Government Policy Direction
Keynote briefings from DoD, Space Force, and intelligence community leaders on national space cybersecurity priorities and roadmap.
Emerging Threat Landscape
Nation-state TTPs, supply chain vulnerabilities, and multi-orbit security challenges across LEO, MEO, and GEO environments.
Live Crisis Simulation
A limited-access tabletop exercise hosted by Space ISAC, putting your incident response skills to the test in a realistic scenario.
Quantum & Next-Gen Risks
Forward-looking discussions on quantum computing implications and next-generation defensive strategies for space systems.
Who Has Taken the Stage
CyberSat convenes the most senior voices in space cybersecurity. A look at some of the leaders who have addressed the community.
Two Programs. One Mission.
Four days spanning a full Unclassified Program open to all qualified attendees, and an exclusive Classified Program for TS/SCI-cleared professionals.
November 2–3, 2026
- Government keynotes from DoD, Space Force, and intelligence community
- Technical presentations with real-world lessons learned and engineering approaches
- Panel discussions across the full spectrum of space cybersecurity
- Practitioner case studies with real-world lessons learned and engineering approaches
- Full-conference general sessions and keynote programming
- Space ISAC Crisis Simulation Tabletop Exercise (limited access)
- Networking with hundreds of space and cybersecurity professionals
November 4–5, 2026
- Closed-door sessions in a TS/SCI-accredited SCIF facility
- Real intelligence exchange and incident analysis from cleared professionals
- Nation-state threat actor TTPs and attribution discussions
- Operational lessons from active space cyber defense programs
- DoD, IC, and Space Force participation at the classified level
- Collaborative working groups on next-gen cyber defense strategies
Why Choose CyberSat
The only event purpose-built to protect space assets, uniting cybersecurity, satellite, government, and military professionals since 2017.
What We’re Addressing
CyberSat 2026 covers the full spectrum of space cybersecurity — from emerging threats to operational defense. marks priority focus areas.
Built for Those on the Front Lines
CyberSat brings together every stakeholder responsible for securing the space domain — in one room, for four days.
Government & Military
- NASA
Senior Advisor – Cybersecurity - Space Systems Command (SSC)
Commander - U.S. Space Force (USSF)
Delta 26 Commander - National Security Agency (NSA)
Innovations Lead - UK Space Agency
Sr. Manager, CNI & Resilience Programmes - Royal Netherlands Air Force
Deputy Space Lead - U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)
Chief of Operations - National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
Lead Cyber Architect
Cybersecurity Providers
- Aerospacelab
CISO · Senior VP · Security Engineer - Deloitte
Space Cybersecurity Leader - Redwire Space
VP of Cybersecurity / CISO - SIXGEN
Director of Cyber and Space - RSA Federal
Field CTO - Red Cell Partners
President, Cyber Practice - Walacor Corporation
Co-Founder & CEO - Parsons
System Security Engineer
Satellite & Space Industry
- Iridium
CIO · CTO · Director IT Security - SES
VP Network Engineering & CISO - Eutelsat
Chief Architect - Ramon.Space
Head of Compute Products - Cobham SATCOM
CTO - Voyager Space
SVP Business Development - United Launch Alliance
Engineering Manager · Chief, SAML Ops - QinetiQ
QWorks Innovation Director
Engineering & Research
- Lockheed Martin Space
Principal Cybersecurity Architect - Northrop Grumman
Corporate Director, Cyber Programs - Sandia National Laboratories
Manager, Space-Cyber R&D - The Aerospace Corporation
Associate Director · Sr. Project Engineer - JHUAPL
Cybersecurity Engineer - MITRE
Department Head - Bigbear.ai
VP of Engineering & Technical Solutions - Southwest Research Institute
Assistant Director
What Past CyberSat Attendees Say
“I have been attending CyberSat since its first introduction and each year the conference gets better. The thoughtful insight and thought leadership at the conference is spot on and very useful for understanding the challenges and more importantly, the capabilities now available, to combat the cybersecurity challenges unique to space.”
– David Foluke, Systems Architect, Lanteris Space Systems“If you work in this specific niche area and can only attend one conference, CyberSat is definitely the one to choose.”
– Matt Matthews, Principal Security Engineer, Booz Allen Hamilton“CyberSat is a must-attend event. Finally, a group that understands the convergence of space and cyber and has speakers who will say the quiet parts out loud.”
– Paul Maguire, CEO & Founder, KnowmadicsSecure Your Place
Launch Rate pricing available now. Register today to lock in the lowest rates at the 10th annual CyberSat.
Industry – Combo
- Unclassified Program (Nov 2–3)
- All keynotes & sessions
- Networking events & receptions
TS/SCI (SI/TK//NOFORN) clearance required
Industry – Unclassified
- Unclassified Program only (Nov 2–3)
- All keynotes & sessions
- Networking events & receptions
Business Development
- Unclassified Program (Nov 2–3)
- All keynotes & sessions
- Networking events & receptions
- For Business Development, Partnerships, Strategy, Sales, and Corporate Development professionals attending in a commercial capacity
TS/SCI (SI/TK//NOFORN) clearance required
Government – Combo
- Unclassified Program (Nov 2–3)
- All keynotes & sessions
- Networking events & receptions
- Active federal, state & local gov’t and military only · .gov/.mil email required · Contractors do not qualify
TS/SCI (SI/TK//NOFORN) clearance required
Government – Unclassified
- Unclassified Program only (Nov 2–3)
- All keynotes & sessions
- Networking events & receptions
- Active federal, state & local gov’t only · .gov email required · Contractors do not qualify
Academia & Student
- Unclassified Program (Nov 2–3)
- All keynotes & sessions
- Networking events & receptions
- Valid academic or student enrollment verification required
Launch Rate valid through May 29, 2026. Prices increase as event approaches.
Held at The Aerospace Corporation’s SCIF in Chantilly, VA, a rare closed-door event where TS/SCI-cleared professionals exchange real intelligence, dissect recent incidents, and collaborate on next-gen cyber defense strategies for the space domain.
Position Your Brand at the Front Line of Space Security
400+ decision-makers. 70% DoD. Four days of unclassified and classified programming. CyberSat puts your organization directly in front of the teams securing the space domain, with speaking, exhibit, branding, and year-round digital opportunities.
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