Securing the Space Domain: Cyber Resilience in a Contested Environment

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As space becomes an increasingly contested warfighting domain, federal leaders are preparing for a future defined by rapid technological change, mounting cybersecurity risks and growing operational complexity.

Join Federal News Network for a discussion with military, government, industry and policy leaders on the evolving cyber threat landscape in space and the workforce needed to meet the mission. Speakers will examine how agencies are balancing innovation with security, integrating AI without losing critical subject matter expertise and building the next generation of cyber and space professionals through partnerships with industry and academia. The conversation also will explore how the Space Force is adapting its recruiting, training and operational strategies to support continued growth and maintain an advantage in an increasingly complex domain.

Learning objectives:

  • Evaluating the cyber threat landscape in space
  • Addressing risks associated with legacy platforms in space
  • Securing and defending space using autonomy and AI

Speaker Details

Retired Maj. Gen. Ryan Heritage

U.S. Marine Corps

Col. Brian Mihalko

Director, SSC/S6
Space Systems Command

Jennifer Buss

Chief Executive Officer
Potomac Institute for Policy Studies

Chris Jones

Chief Technology Officer
Nightwing

Anastasia Obis

Reporter
Federal News Network

Event Topic

Cybersecurity, Military, Technology

Relevant Audiences

All Military, All Federal Government
Securing the Space Domain: Cyber Resilience in a Contested Environment
Event Type
Virtual / Online
Event Subtype
Webinar / Webcast
When
Thu, May 28, 2026 | 2:00 pm ET
Registration Cost
Complimentary
Website
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Sponsor
Nightwing Group LLC