State and Local Cybersecurity Leaders Converge in D.C. Amid Rising…

Event summary

Billington CyberSecurity hosts its 3rd State and Local Cybersecurity Summit in D.C. on March 9-11, 2026.
Over 86 cyber leaders from states, cities, federal agencies, and corporations will speak across 25 sessions.
Topics include President Trump’s national cyber strategy, AI, critical infrastructure, and recent attacks like Salt and Volt Typhoon.
More than 1,000 government officials and tech leaders are expected to attend.

The big picture

State and local governments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, making this summit a critical forum for aligning federal and regional strategies. The event underscores the growing need for unified cybersecurity frameworks as critical infrastructure becomes more vulnerable. With over three dozen sponsors, including major tech firms like Cisco, the summit highlights the private sector’s role in supporting public cybersecurity efforts.

What we're watching

Governance Dynamics: How the White House’s new national cyber strategy will influence state and local cybersecurity policies.
Regulatory Headwinds: Whether federal agencies like the FBI and HHS can effectively coordinate with state and local governments on cyber threats.
Execution Risk: The pace at which states and municipalities adopt AI-driven cybersecurity solutions to counter evolving threats.