17 Upcoming Cybersecurity Events 2022

Cybersecurity requires synergy across many different people, processes, and technology. To achieve a strong security policy, security practitioners often benefit by attending industry events where an atmosphere of ideas flourishes and people connect. 

Whether working at a startup or as part of the security department in an established organization, cybersecurity events offer a wonderful way to meet the world’s leading experts and cybersecurity best practices.

Here are some upcoming cybersecurity events to look out for:

1. Exchange — The PtaaS Roadshow 

When: September 8th to October 13th (Varies by location)

Join Cobalt as we hit the road and engage with local security communities for a dynamic learning experience at The PtaaS Roadshow! 

Coming to a city near you — you'll have opportunities to network with local security, development, and operation peers, chat directly with amazing speakers, and exchange ideas on the best and brightest approaches to maintaining a strong security program. 

Registration is free for this exciting event taking place in 6 different cities across the globe including New York City, San Fransisco, Berlin, and more! With speeches from industry leaders from Slack, Riot Games, and EY, you won't want to miss this free event. 

2. Through A Hacker’s Lens: How To Win The War Against Cyber-Criminals 

When: September 21st

This exclusive dinner doubles as a networking session for security and risk leaders. Delegates have the exclusive opportunity to hear firsthand from Kumar Ritesh about how an intelligence-led approach can counter threat actions and protect company assets.

The event offers a different perspective on how cyber teams can thwart ransomware attacks, intellectual property theft, and other malicious activities. The dinner will be held at Michael’s in Santa Monica, CA. Interested applicants can register here for free!

3. Industrial and Edge Cyber Security 

When: August 23rd

This is a two-day virtual cybersecurity event for manufacturing experts in Europe and offers networking, interactive sessions, and case studies on cybersecurity for the Internet of Things (IoT).

Speakers include Christina Schlichting, the head of the IT information Security Group at Volkswagen, Walter Hass, Chief Security and Chief Technology Officer at HUAWEI, and more. Tickets cost €695, allowing access to all sessions and tools for agenda-building and seamless digital networking. Registration is available here.

4. Enterprise Cyber Security 

When: September 27th

The Enterprise Cyber Security event seeks to bring together leading industry players and organizations with expert enterprise security and risk management knowledge. The 2022 edition, which would hold at the Victoria Park Plaza Hotel in London, promises to be a platform for sharing knowledge, expanding professional networks, and brainstorming on solutions to existing cybersecurity problems.

The program features keynote presentations, live demos, and breakout sessions. Participants will hear from some of the best in the security, including Einat Segal, Kanika Rastogi, Sarah Janes, Rich Davis, and more. 

Interested participants can register here using their company details.

5. CYBERGOV: National Cyber Security Strategy Confex 

When: October 18th

The UK government’s cybersecurity event sets out to host industry experts and solution providers at the Victoria Park Plaza Hotel, London. It also aims to showcase how the United Kingdom can play a leading role in shaping cyberspace, supporting collaboration, innovation, and national defense against cyber threats and other hostilities.

CyberGov 2022 features guest speakers from diverse backgrounds and disciplines coming together to deliver a content-rich, well-tailored, relevant cybersecurity conference. Participants will gain insights on securing their workforce from malicious attacks, stopping cyber attacks, adopting secure blockchain designs to strengthen existing architectures, and more. 

Interested participants can register online.

6. Through A Hacker’s Lens: How To Win The War Against Cyber-Criminals

When: September 13th

Attendees will learn through a hacker’s eyes how to identify threat actors, know why they are targeted, predict potential attacks, and what actions to take to foil an impending attack. Kumar Ritesh heads this exclusive dinner and interactive session to hold at Ocean Prime in New York City.

Anyone who wants to understand the external threat landscape and decode potential attacks can register for this free event. 

7. Fraud Economy – How Fintech Can Stay Ahead 

When: August 23rd

This executive roundtable event presents an opportunity for participants to learn how to outsmart cybercriminals and deploy end-to-end, real-time approaches to reduce friction. It is a peer group meeting for those looking to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals trying to attempt payment fraud. 

This in-person event features interactive sessions hosted by solution experts like Gadaffi Maricar, the Head of Sales at Sift. It’s free of charge to registered attendees and will hold at Raffles City Convention Centre in Singapore. Register here for free.

8. ESRM UK ‒ Enterprise Security & Risk Management 

When: November 29th

ESRM November 2022 will allow participants to hold one-on-one discussion sessions with leading industry experts, hear from the best solution providers, discover ground-breaking case studies, and connect with like-minded persons. Featured speakers include Boris Tarantine, Matt Gregory, and Ed Thomas.

The event will be held at the Victoria Park Plaza Hotel, London, featuring 10+ presentations, 10+ exhibitors, 30+ exhibitors, and more. Interested applicants can register here.

9. SANS London 

When: September 5th to 10th

SANS London features a series of hands-on cybersecurity workshops and courses which feature presentations from leading cybersecurity experts and support from teaching assistants with GIAC certification. Tickets range from €6000 to €7000, with discounts for early birds and certifications for participants who complete the program.

The event offers both virtually and in-person in London. Interested participants can register here.

10. International Cyber Expo 

When: September 27th & 28th

The International Cyber Expo aims to unite the worlds of business and cybersecurity. This year’s expo creates the perfect meeting place for cybersecurity specialists, business owners, and other relevant stakeholders to connect with the growing cyber market. 

It will feature over a hundred exhibitions, showcasing ground-breaking innovations and services, like Threat Intelligence, Network Protection, Endpoint, mobile security, etc. 

The two-day summit will feature a keynote address delivered by Ciaran Martin with discussions on cyber threats, priorities, and security challenges. It will be held at Olympia London. Interested applicants will get a free pass when they register here. 

11. UKsec Cyber Security Summit 

When: November 22nd & 23rd

The UKsec Cyber Security Summit returns this year, for a two-day event, at Millennium Gloucester in London, UK. This event is the perfect platform for security professionals to meet, collaborate, and exchange information.

Businesses will learn practical steps to protect their infrastructure, data, and networks from cyberattacks. Registration fees range from £749 to £999 with early bird pricing available until September 22nd.

12. ISC2 Security Congress 

When: October 10th to 12th

Thousands of leading cybersecurity experts will converge at the biggest cybersecurity event of the year‒ISC Security Congress 2022. In October, the event will have both virtual and in-person sessions held at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas.

Highlights of the event are five keynote sessions on Data Protection, Cybersecurity Workforce Trends, Information Security, Forensics, and more. Other things to look out for are the interactive Q&A sessions, in-person and virtual exhibitions, and pre-conference training.

Virtual tickets cost $665, while onsite tickets will go for $1,595, with single-day passes and early bird deals for interested participants who register in time. 

13. Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 

October 17th to 20th

The Gartner IT Symposium is an annual gathering of world IT leaders and CISOs in Barcelona, Spain. It features discussions on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, culture, and more. 

This year’s event will span four days and feature over 100 sessions with more than 40 keynote speakers, all targeted at helping businesses create better security strategies.

Tickets cost €4,450 for public sector applicants and €5,800 for private sector applicants. Group discounts apply. Interested persons can register here.

14. Executive Women’s Forum 

When: October 24th to 27th

The Executive Women’s Forum(EWF) is a community women professionals in risk management, information security, and other related fields. This 2022 edition doubles as the forum’s 20th anniversary with the theme of “Celebrating 20 Years of Building Women Leaders.”

Attendees will learn from some of the most accomplished women in the field, gain exposure to new approaches, build relationships, and develop best practices. The venue for this event is Hyatt Regency at Gainey Ranch in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Standard rates are $2,395 for members and $2,395 for non-members. Online registration for this event is open until October 25th, 2022.

15. Cyber Security and Cloud Expo 

When: December 1st to 2nd

The Cyber Security and Cloud Expo taking place this December intends to bring together over 5,000 attendees worldwide. These include Data Protection Specialists, Chief Information Security Officers, Chief Security Architects, and Chief Compliance Officers.

This year’s conference will tackle the issues facing modern security professionals and CISOs through a series of interactive panel discussions, keynote speeches, and case studies. Topics include the best practices for CISOS, emerging technology, and security scalability. 

Interested persons may register for a Free Expo Pass for the physical event and a free virtual pass for the online version. The paid Gold passes cost £299 for each of the two days, at a 40% discount, and grant attendees access to the Expo’s exclusive offerings like the VIP Lounge, exhibition floor, and networking party.

16. ASC 2022 Cyber Security Conference UK 

When: October 20th

AllowList’s Cyber Security Conference claims to be the biggest business-focused cybersecurity event in Northern England. This year’s conference will be held in Leeds, United Kingdom. Attendees will be able to explore the risks cybercrime poses to businesses and review relevant prevention measures.

Participants will learn from a wide range of expert speakers, from data protection experts to real-life hackers, law enforcement agents, cybersecurity experts, and more. While registration is free, participants are encouraged to make a small donation to a supported charity.

17. InfoSec World

When: September 26th to 28th

InfoSec World returns this year at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Explore this exciting event with 3 days full of over 150 speakers, covering 7 different topics, and over 15,00 onsite attendees.

Attendees to this event will be treated to one of the world's leading cybersecurity conferences to gain expert insights into the evolving cybersecurity industry. The 3 day event will include essential information and tools to help individuals better protect their organizations from cyberattacks. Register online for InfoSec World here.

Conclusion

With so many popular upcoming cybersecurity events you don’t want to miss, it will be an exciting end of the year for those interested in cybersecurity events. This guide will help you to find the best event to attend and properly plan your trip ahead of time. Happy networking!