Digital Delegate Brochure: CYBERUK 2023

CYBERUK 2023, the UK’s flagship cyber security event, is
brought to you by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
With an international reputation for excellence that grows
year-on-year, we are delighted to bring CYBERUK to Belfast
for the first time.

Over the next ten years, we face an unprecedented growth in
digital and technological development. This will bring huge benefits to society, but it also has the potential to threaten the national and
economic security interests of the UK and other free and open societies.

CYBERUK 2023, the UK’s flagship cyber security event, is brought to you by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). With an international reputation for excellence that grows year-on-year, we are delighted to bring CYBERUK to Belfast for the first time.

Over the next ten years, we face an unprecedented growth in digital and technological development. This will bring huge benefits to society, but it also has the potential to threaten the national and economic security interests of the UK and other free and open societies.

At CYBERUK 2023, we will look to answer some of the most challenging questions facing the international cyber community today: what will our cyberspace be like in ten years’ time? Will we be able to secure it, so it remains free, open and democratic? Will we have nurtured and grown the talent needed? What will our counterparts in the future say to us if don’t act now?

Experts and international leaders in cyber security will come together in Belfast to examine how today’s cyber ecosystem can strengthen, collaborate and innovate in order to resist the threats, be ready for the opportunities, and ensure the UK is the safest place to live and work online.

A secure digital tomorrow starts today.

At CYBERUK 2023, we will look to answer some of the most challenging questions facing the international cyber community today: what will our cyberspace be like in ten years’ time? Will we
be able to secure it, so it remains free, open and democratic? Will we have nurtured and grown the talent needed? What will our counterparts in the future say to us if don’t act now?

A secure digital tomorrow starts today.

It’s with great pleasure that I welcome you to CYBERUK 2023,
here in Belfast.

As a proud Northern Irish woman, I am delighted to showcase the best that Northern Ireland has to offer but my enthusiasm for being back in Belfast is not borne out of mere sentimentality.

The forward-looking spirit of innovation and industry that made this part of the world such an engine of the world economy continues to thrive today. Northern Ireland is a global cyber security hub, with a wealth of talent being nurtured in local
universities, like Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University, and an impressive range of over 100 companies of every size delivering global cyber security solutions.

It’s no wonder that Northern Ireland is a prime investment location for US cyber security firms and the perfect place for CYBERUK 2023, where we will explore how to secure an open and
resilient digital future.

Over the next two days, the world’s best cyber experts will share their insights and ideas about keeping pace with rapidly developing technology, at a time when China is seeking to dominate and shape the digital landscape and Russia is striving to sow discord through destructive cyber operations.

It’s with great pleasure that I welcome you to CYBERUK 2023, here in Belfast.

As a proud Northern Irish woman, I am delighted to showcase the best that Northern Ireland has to offer but my enthusiasm for being back in Belfast is not borne out of mere sentimentality.

The forward-looking spirit of innovation and industry that made this part of the world such an engine of the world economy continues to thrive today. Northern Ireland is a global cyber security hub, with a wealth of talent being nurtured in local universities, like Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University, and an impressive range of over 100 companies of every size delivering global cyber security solutions.

We will hear from government ministers, industry leaders and intelligence agency heads about the importance of gaining and maintaining strategic technological advantage that aligns with our democratic values and economic interests. Whether it is manufacturing semiconductors or developing digitally connected products that are ‘secure by default’, ambitious goals require difficult choices. However, as our speakers will explain, the decisions taken today will lay the foundations for a secure, free and democratic cyberspace in the future.

These are just some of the topics that will be covered in our presentations and panel debates, which promise to delve into the complexities and opportunities associated with securing an open and resilient digital future. The unique perspectives and critical thinking offered by our diverse range of contributors will provide us with valuable insights into creating a digital world that benefits the whole of society.

For those of you looking for hands-on technical engagement, our Technical Masterclass sessions are back by popular demand. In fact, all the favourites are back – Cyber Den, Cyber Games, lightning talks. And no CYBERUK would be complete without our incredible exhibitors.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank our lead sponsors, AWS and Google Cloud, for supporting CYBERUK 2023. They, along with a range of private and public sector organisations, are instrumental in making this year’s conference dynamic, diverse and digitally accessible.

I hope you have a great couple of days.

difficult choices. However, as our speakers will explain, the decisions taken today will lay the foundations for a secure, free and democratic cyberspace in the future.

I hope you have a great couple of days.

A quiet zone is available for those who need time away from the excitement of the main programme and networking.

Accessibility

Over 80% of ICC Belfast staff have completed training to support customers in communicating their accessibility needs discreetly.

BSL interpreters will be available during all plenary sessions.

An induction loop is available for the venue. Please let a steward know on arrival so that we can accommodate you.

Waterfront Hall and Waterfront Studio both have an infra-red system. Customers are requested to turn their hearing aid to ‘T’ setting to enable this.

For all other session rooms, necklaces that link to hearing aids are available. The necklaces can be collected from the cloakroom next to registration.

A sustainable CYBERUK

As part of our commitment to minimise our impact on the environment, we have chosen a venue that has sustainability front of mind. ICC Belfast has been awarded the Green Meetings Silver Award reflecting their investment in sustainability.

Food at ICC Belfast is seasonal and sustainable, made fresh to order with the best local produce to minimise food miles and waste. All packaging is 100% recyclable or biodegradable.

You will be provided with a responsibly-sourced water bottle to be used at the refill stations throughout the venue. Your lanyard can be recycled: place your badge and lanyard in the recycling boxes at the end of the event. Information is shared electronically where possible to reduce paper waste.

An induction loop is available for the venue. Please let a steward know on arrival so that we can accommodate you.

Waterfront Hall and Waterfront Studio both have an infra-red system. Customers are requested to turn their hearing aid to ‘T’ setting to enable this.

For all other session rooms, necklaces that link to hearing aids are available. The necklaces can be collected from the cloakroom next to registration.

A sustainable CYBERUK

Food at ICC Belfast is seasonal and sustainable, made fresh to order with the best local produce to minimise food miles and waste. All packaging is 100% recyclable or biodegradable.

The Spotlight Stage, sponsored by Cisco, is an opportunity to hear ideas, case studies and thought leadership from fellow delegates. Taking place during lunch breaks, each Lightning Talk lasts 5 minutes and is designed to be highly engaging.

This year’s series covers topics such as emerging technology, sustainability and resilience, and equality, diversity and inclusion in cyber.

View the schedule

Live Streaming

Haven’t secured your seat in a session? Make your way to the Spotlight Stage during plenary and stream sessions to watch them live in the Live Streaming Zone, thanks to our sponsor(ISC)2. Headphones are available on request.

Selected sessions are also streamed to YouTube for you to watch on any connected device. Look out for the CYBERUK ONLINE symbol in the programme.

The Ecosystem Zone is an integral part of CYBERUK.

Visit the Zone, sponsored by Deloitte, for a chance to meet key players from across the sector who can provide guidance on professional development, product scaling, service enhancement, talent access or support for the next generation of cyber entrepreneurs.

The Cyber Ecosystem Zone includes networks and individuals that make Northern Ireland a key location in the UK’s cyber landscape. You can also hear from key partners.

Join us on Level 1 to make your next connection.

The Ecosystem Zone is an integral part of CYBERUK.

The Cyber Ecosystem Zone includes networks and individuals that make Northern Ireland a key location in the UK’s cyber landscape. You can also hear from key partners.

Join us on Level 1 to make your next connection.

Based on the popular TV show for entrepreneurs, Cyber Den gives emerging cyber security businesses the opportunity to pitch their ideas to a panel of industry specialists.

Join us to hear from innovative suppliers, competing to win a year’s assistance from the NCSC.

Hosted by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), this year’s contestants will be seeking to impress our Cyber ‘Dragons’ Andrew Elliot, DSIT, Mark Ryland, AWS, Nick Godfrey, Google, Alex van Someren, National Security and Chief Engineer, NCSC.

Previous Cyber Den winners include CyberHive (2022), Becrypt (2021), Risk Ledger (2019) and Awen Collective (2017)

Have you got what it takes to win the Cyber Games? Technical skills and teamwork are key to resilience. Our Cyber Games sponsor, Censys, has built a new Capture The Flag system that allows delegates to participate in a series of challenges set by industry partners.

Each taking no longer than 10-15 minutes, these bite-sized tasks are competitive and collaborative. Designed for delegates of all skill levels, they are categorised by a ‘chilli rating’ to signify the depth of technical competency required.

Based on the popular TV show for entrepreneurs, Cyber Den gives
emerging cyber security businesses the opportunity to pitch their
ideas to a panel of industry specialists.

Join us to hear from innovative suppliers, competing to win a year’s assistance from the NCSC.

Previous Cyber Den winners include CyberHive (2022), Becrypt (2021), Risk Ledger (2019) and Awen Collective (2017)

To enter, follow signs for the Cyber Games at ICC Belfast when you arrive.

Chilli ratings

CYBERUK 2023 is an inclusive event, open to professionals at every level of experience. There is a wealth of interactive elements included your ticket, including Technical Masterclasses and workshops.

To help guide you, each session is marked with a ‘chilli’ rating to denote the level of technical knowledge you might need to make the most of the session. Ratings of 2 or 3+ chillies mean that speakers and presenters will assume a greater level of technical expertise on the topic.

Chilli ratings

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Interactive areas and initiatives

Programme and Speakers

Programme and Speakers

Sponsorship and Exhibition

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