The 6th Annual
Digital Forensics for National Security Symposium will provide a forum for the DoD, federal government, intelligence agencies, industry, and academia to discuss how digital forensics tools and technologies are supporting their efforts to identify, detect, investigate, prevent, and bring justice to increasingly sophisticated criminal activities.
Topics to be Covered
- Delivering Cutting Edge Digital Investigative Tools and Policy to Support DC3's National Security Partners
- Advancing Modern Forensic Science for a More Effective Criminal Justice System
- Researching the Evolving Landscape of Digital Forensics: Addressing Emerging Challenges and Best Practices
- Meeting Criminals in Cyberspace to Enhance Force Protection for the US Navy
- Understanding eDiscovery Technologies Role in Digital Forensics
- Promoting Digital Forensic Techniques in the Protection of US Assets and Leaders
Why You Should Attend this Symposium
In 2024, cybercrime inflicted a staggering cost exceeding $350 Billion on the United States. As digital vulnerabilities continue to escalate, federal agencies have recognized digital forensics as paramount to both defending against and prosecuting cybercrime, as well as crimes with digital components. The increasing reliance on computers and digital devices has made digital evidence crucial for solving crimes and legal disputes. Digital forensics investigators meticulously analyze digital evidence to understand the intricacies of cyberattacks, implement proactive measures to mitigate future vulnerabilities, and ensure successful prosecution of cybercriminals.
With an anticipated 15% surge in cybercrime and an increasingly interconnected digital world, the significance of digital forensics cannot be overstated. This year's summit will emphasize the critical need to bolster digital forensic techniques and methodologies to effectively combat the ever-evolving landscape of both physical and cybercrime. Attendees will gain invaluable insights from leading experts in the field of digital forensics, underscoring its vital role in achieving a more just and secure America. Key discussions will encompass a wide range of topics, including the utilization of cutting-edge digital forensic devices at crime scenes, the efficient extraction of crucial evidence, and the strategic deployment of digital forensics to effectively combat cybercrime.
Join us at our 6th Annual
Digital Forensics for National Security Symposium to contribute to advancing digital forensic tools and methods. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of, meet with, and engage with leaders across DoD, federal government, law enforcement, academia, and industry to learn about the future of digital forensics. The team specializes in the extensive research and development of our Symposiums' content and focus areas, and we will assemble the most respected minds in digital forensics and cyber-crime as well as key policy makers across military and civilian offices. Our non-partisan approach allows us to reach across all services and organizations to bring together a holistic group of decision-makers and solution providers.
At our Symposium you will have the ability
- Gain Education & Insight: Walk away with knowledge gained from our senior level speakers on some of the complex challenges facing the digital forensics communities.
- Build Partnerships: The agenda is designed to allow for ample networking opportunities and the ability to engage in constructive dialogue among all in attendance.
- Influence: Help foster ideas! Share your own insight and knowledge during our interactive sessions. All attendees are encouraged to address our speaker faculty and each other with their questions, comments or ideas.
Sponsors & Exhibitors
The 5th Annual
Digital Forensics for National Security Symposium provides opportunities including exhibit space, round table discussions, product demonstrations, and networking receptions.
Contact us for sponsorship information
Featured Speakers
- Lesley H. Bernys, SES, Director, DoD Cyber Crime Center (DC3)
- Michael R. Centrella, SES, Deputy Assistant Director, Office of Investigations, US Secret Service
- Clifford T. Minor, Associate Director, Cyber Operations Division OSI Center, Office of Special Investigations, Department of the Air Force
- Col. Gerald Mazur, Commander, 91st Cyber Brigade, Virginia National Guard
- Jeffrey L. Coburn, Section Chief, Digital Forensics & Analytics Section, Operational Technology Division, FBI
- David Ortiz, Division Chief, Digital Forensics and Research Brand, Army Criminal Investigation Division
- Barbara Guttman, Group Leader, Software Quality Group, NIST
- Jeff Dickerson, Cybersecurity Technical Director, NSA
- John Riley, Cyber Chief, Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, DHS
- John Casteel, Associate Director, Cyber and Forensic Services IRS Criminal Investigation
- Jude R. Sunderbruch, Former Executive Director, DC3 Event Moderator
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Venue
151 St. George
151 St. George Blvd, 20745
Oxon Hill, National Harbor, MD
Nearby HotelsHotel rooms are available at a discounted rate at the below hotels.
*Please Note: AC Hotel National Harbor discounted partner rate will be available starting 60 days before the event begins.
THE HYATT PLACE NATIONAL HARBOR123 Waterfront St. National Harbor, Maryland, United States, 20745
The Westin Washington National Harbor171 Waterfront St. National Harbor, Maryland 20745
AC HOTEL NATIONAL HARBOR156 Waterfront St. National Harbor, Maryland 20745
