Critical Infrastructure Security Forum 2026
A one-day FREE forum for Public Sector Employees
May 07, 2026  ·  Citrus Heights Event Center
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (PT)
Strengthen from Within to Guard What Matters!

A Vision for Improving Security
The stakes of critical infrastructure protection and securing ICSs are constantly increasing. The 2026 Critical Infrastructure Security Forum (CISF) will aim to improve the education and knowledge of local agencies to maintain security of critical infrastructure operational systems. The one-day forum will create an opportunity for idea sharing, collaborative strategy development, and the continued creation of a Community of Interest that will benefit the people of California.

Practitioners and leading experts will come together to share ideas, methods, and techniques for defending control system environments. In-depth presentations and interactive panel discussions deliver real-world approaches that work and have influence for the individuals fighting this fight every day.

Developing the content for this forum is driven by an Executive Council & Advisory Board that will begin meeting November of 2025 to identify issues that are most pressing as well as the areas of excellence that can be shared and leveraged. This forum will help our local government strengthen their defenses and continue to safeguard the security of our nation's infrastructure.

Invited Attendees


This forum is FREE to attend for California public sector employees. Enjoy a day of education with

Complimentary Continental Breakfast ~ Complimentary Lunch ~ Complimentary Afternoon Reception


Registration will close on May 4th, 5:00 pm


There is still time to sponsor a 45-minute education session to
reach your target audience!
info@criticalsecurityforums.com

Sponsorship availability is limited.

CISF26 Agenda
Thursday, May 7
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Check-in and pick up your Badge & Agenda for the day. Enjoy continental breakfast!
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Opening Remarks & Keynote Speaker
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
Defending Critical Systems: Understanding Credential Theft & Cal-CSIC Capabilities.
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Visit with our partners and exhibitors of the 2026 Critical Infrastructure Security Forum.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Presented by Palo Alto Networks
Presented by Public Risk Innovation, Solutions, and Management (PRISM)
11:15 AM - 11:45 PM
11:15 AM - 11:45 PM
Visit with our partners and exhibitors of the 2026 Critical Infrastructure Security Forum. Then, grab lunch and enjoy the captivating lunch panel!
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Securing Critical Infrastructure Across State and Local Front Lines
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
Visit with our partners and exhibitors of the 2026 Critical Infrastructure Security Forum.
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
Presented by ePlus | HPE | immixGroup
Presented by the California Department of Technology, Office of Information Security
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Presented by Commvault
2:20 PM - 3:00 PM
2:20 PM - 3:00 PM
Presented by Waterfall Security Solutions
3:00 PM - 3:10 PM
3:00 PM - 3:10 PM
Presented by Rita Gass, Chief Technology & Innovation Officer, The City of Rancho Cordova
3:10 PM - 5:00 PM
3:10 PM - 5:00 PM
Have a beverage & appetizer, mingle with peers, and enjoy the event Solution Center.
5:00 PM
5:00 PM
Speakers

Tom Pelster

Forum Master of Ceremonies

Kyle Ochenduszko

Opening Keynote Speaker

Nathan DiPillo

Featured Public Sector Session

Travis Nichols

Featured Public Sector Session

Chad Hodges

Executive Lunch Panel Moderator

Hong Sae

Executive Lunch Panel

Rita Gass

Executive Closing Remarks

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Event Sponsors
Executive Council
Partners
Advisory Board & Education
Education
Solution Center
CISF2026
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LOCATION
Citrus Heights Event Center, 6300 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 95621
Location: Citrus Heights Event Center, 6300 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 95621