Where Space Cyber Decisions Get Stress Tested – In the Room
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Elite Forum. Real Dialogue.
A focused, in-person forum for national security leaders responsible for securing space systems in an era of accelerating threats, AI-driven change, and rising geopolitical risk. Designed to spark discussion, CyberSat Exchange brings together government leaders, CISOs, CTOs, and technical experts for a half-day of candid conversation and peer exchange.
Government · CISOs · CTOs
Technical Experts
CyberSat Exchange Keynote Speakers
Government leaders providing strategic perspectives on national space cybersecurity priorities.
Steve Casapulla
Executive Assistant Director (EAD) for Infrastructure Security
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
Colleen P. Ferranti
CNSIS Unit Chief, FBI Cyber Division
US Department of Justice
Mission-Critical Intelligence
Strategic insights derived from interactive sessions with DoD, IC, and commercial space leaders addressing the most pressing challenges facing national security space assets.
AI-Enabled Cyber Defense
Panel discussion on leveraging AI to protect end-to-end space systems—from satellite C2 to ground infrastructure
CISO Operational Realities
How the space CISO role is evolving—pressure-test strategies with peers managing similar operational constraints
Interactive Roundtables
Structured peer discussions on evolving threats, zero trust, resilient architectures, and Space Force cyber strategy
Government Policy Direction
Keynote briefings from government and military on national space cybersecurity priorities and roadmap
Emerging Threat Landscape
Analysis of nation-state TTPs, supply chain vulnerabilities, and multi-orbit security challenges (LEO/MEO/GEO)
Quantum & Next-Gen Risks
Forward-looking discussions on quantum computing implications and defensive AI applications for space systems
Defense-focused participants. Government, military, CISOs, CTOs, and technical leads
Focused format designed for dialogue and depth, not endless sessions
Peer-driven format. No product pitches, just genuine exchange
Why Leaders Choose CyberSat Exchange
While other events focus on volume and vendor pitches, CyberSat Exchange is focused on providing you with substance, not spectacle.
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, Knowmadics
Limited Seats Available
Join us in Washington, DC on March 26, 2026. Secure your place today.
RESERVE YOUR SEATFeatured Panelists
Senior leaders from cyber and commercial space bringing real-world operational experience across government and defense.
Dr. Lisa Costa
CEO and Founder
Costa Advisory Group
Dr. Rajeev Gopal
VP, Advanced Programs
Hughes Government & Defense
Manjula Sriram
Chief Information Officer
Iridium Communications
Akram Hosain
PTS Program Cyber Lead
Northrop Grumman
Asit Tandon
Chief Network & Information Officer
Telesat
Vinit Duggal
VP Network Engineering & CISO
SES
Norm Laudermilch
CISO
Vantor
Phil Mar
CTO/VP of Engineering
Viasat Government
– Additional speakers to be announced –
Who Attends
Program
A focused half-day agenda built around dialogue and peer exchange.
Breakfast
Registration and networking over morning coffee.
Government Keynote
Opening remarks from government leadership on the state of space cybersecurity.
AI-Enabled Cyber Defense for End-to-End Space Systems
How artificial intelligence is transforming space system defense—from threat detection to automated response.
Confirmed Speakers:
Dr. Lisa Costa, CEO and Founder, Costa Advisory Group
Dr. Rajeev Gopal, VP Advanced Programs, Government & Defense Division, Hughes
Akram Hosain, Protected Tactical Satcom (PTS) Program’s Cyber Lead, Northrop Grumman
Manjula Sriram, Chief Information Officer, Iridium Communications
Interactive Roundtables (2 sets at 25 minutes each)
Small-group discussions on key challenges facing space cybersecurity professionals today.
Roundtable Host:
Suzanne Lightman, Cybersecurity Analyst, NIST
Break
Coffee and informal networking.
The CISO Perspective: How the World is Changing for the Space Industry CISO
Senior security executives discuss evolving threats, changing architectures, and the unique challenges of securing space-based assets.
Confirmed Speakers:
Vinit Duggal, VP Networking Engineering and CISO, SES
Norm Laudermilch, CISO, Vantor
Phil Mar, CTO/VP Engineering, Viasat Government
Asit Tandon, Chief Network and Information Officer, Telesat
Government Keynote
Closing perspectives from government leadership on collaboration and the path forward.
Secure Your Spot
Choose the pass that works for you. Limited seats available – register early to secure your place.
Industry Rate
- ✓ Networking Breakfast
- ✓ All Sessions
- ✓ Roundtable Discussions
- ✓ Discounted SATShow Week Passes
SATShow Week Registrants
- ✓ Networking Breakfast
- ✓ All Sessions
- ✓ Roundtable Discussions
- *Exclusive Offer for SATELLITE x GovMilSpace Conference Registrants Only
Student Rate
- ✓ Networking Breakfast
- ✓ All Sessions
- ✓ Roundtable Discussions
- ✓ Discounted SatShow Week Passes
Government Rate
- ✓ Networking Breakfast
- ✓ All Sessions
- ✓ Roundtable Discussions
- ✓ Discounted SATShow Week Passes
- *Offers a discounted Conference Pass for government employees and active-duty military ONLY. Contractors do not qualify.
Position your brand at the intersection of space and cybersecurity.
CyberSat Exchange connects decision-makers, senior security leaders, and technical executives who control budgets and set security policy for national security space assets.
Don’t be left behind as space cybersecurity becomes the front line of national defense.
- • Connect with decision-makers spanning the government, military, and commercial sectors in an intimate setting
- • Stand side-by-side with government leaders and space industry innovators
- • Build relationships with CISOs, CTOs, and program managers who set security requirements
- • Align your brand with the most critical conversations in national security space
Sponsorship Opportunities
Opening Keynote
2-min intro or video • Onsite signage • Web promotion
AI-Enabled Defense Panel
2-min intro or video • Onsite signage • Web promotion
CISO Perspective Panel
2-min intro or video • Onsite signage • Web promotion
Closing Keynote
2-min intro or video • Onsite signage • Web promotion
Roundtable Moderator
Up to 10 available
Moderate discussion • Onsite signage • Web promotion
Breakfast & Break
Morning networking • Onsite signage • Web promotion
Interested in Sponsoring?
Engage with government, industry, military, and allied professionals working across space cybersecurity. Let’s explore how your organization can support CyberSat Exchange.