CyberSat Exchange 2026
CyberSat Exchange
March 26, 2026 | Washington, DC
Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Where Space Cyber Decisions Get Stress Tested – In the Room

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SATELLITE x GovMilSpace
Partnership Benefit
Part of SATShow Week 2026
All CyberSat Exchange attendees receive discounted exhibit hall passes to the world’s largest satellite communications event.

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.

~175
Cyber Industry Leaders

Government · CISOs · CTOs
Technical Experts

½ Day
Focused Format

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)

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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

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Defense-focused participants. Government, military, CISOs, CTOs, and technical leads

Half-Day

Focused format designed for dialogue and depth, not endless sessions

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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.

Intimate conference setting

Limited Participation

No crowds. No booth crawling. Meaningful conversations with the people you actually need to meet – decision-makers facing the same challenges you are.

Roundtable discussion

100% Peer-Driven

Every session is designed for dialogue. Share challenges, compare approaches, and leave with strategies you can implement, not just another deck of slides.

Senior executives

Access to Industry Experts

Government leaders, CISOs, and CTOs who are directly accountable for space system security. Everyone in the room has the authority to act on what they learn.

Focused half-day event

Half-Day Commitment

Maximum insight, minimal time away from your desk. Get what you need and get back to work.

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.

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Featured 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

CyberSat Exchange connects government decision-makers, CISOs, and technical experts who are directly accountable for protecting national security space assets.

– Mark Holmes, CyberSat Program Chair & Sr. Editorial Director, Via Satellite

Program

A focused half-day agenda built around dialogue and peer exchange.

8:00 – 8:30 AM

Breakfast

Registration and networking over morning coffee.

8:30 – 9:00 AM

Government Keynote

Opening remarks from government leadership on the state of space cybersecurity.

9:00 – 9:45 AM

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

9:45 – 10:45 AM

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

10:45 – 11:00 AM

Break

Coffee and informal networking.

11:00 – 11:45 AM

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

11:45 AM – 12:15 PM

Government Keynote

Closing perspectives from government leadership on collaboration and the path forward.

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Industry Rate

$299
  • ✓ Networking Breakfast
  • ✓ All Sessions
  • ✓ Roundtable Discussions
  • ✓ Discounted SATShow Week Passes

SATShow Week Registrants

$199
  • ✓ Networking Breakfast
  • ✓ All Sessions
  • ✓ Roundtable Discussions
  • *Exclusive Offer for SATELLITE x GovMilSpace Conference Registrants Only

Student Rate

$149
  • ✓ Networking Breakfast
  • ✓ All Sessions
  • ✓ Roundtable Discussions
  • ✓ Discounted SatShow Week Passes

Government Rate

$99
  • ✓ 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.

March 26, 2026 · Washington, DC

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Exclusive Partnership Benefit

SATELLITE x GovMilSpace Discounted

All CyberSat Exchange attendees receive discounted exhibit hall passes to SATShow Week 2026.

Unmatched Industry Scale
The world’s largest satellite communications event, bringing together commercial, government, military, and defense stakeholders.
GovMilSpace Pavilion
A dedicated GovMilSpace environment within the exhibit hall, focused on government and military priorities.
450+ Exhibitors
Direct access to satellite operators, integrators, technology providers, and solution partners across the space ecosystem.
A Trusted Forum for Critical Dialogue
A setting designed for meaningful discussion, discovery, and collaboration around national security and space operations.

Extend your week with expanded networking opportunities and access to the full satellite communications ecosystem

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.

Paula November

CyberSat Sales Director

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