The event will feature guests discussing current and future priorities of the United States in the now contested domain of Space, given geopolitical developments and pacing adversaries. Space is no longer free from conflict and our panel of experts will delve into how the United States will protect and defend critical space systems.

Nic Chaillan, First Former Chief Software Officer for the Air Force and a distinguished figure in the AI sector, is set to deliver an insightful talk on the critical role of artificial intelligence in government operations, emphasizing the urgency of adopting AI to maintain a competitive edge, particularly in the context of global competition with countries like China. He will articulate the strategic importance of AI in national security, eco...

Cortex® XSIAM™ centralizes, automates and scales security operations to protect organizations from advanced attacks. In an era where cyberthreats evolve at an unprecedented pace, the intersection of AI and cybersecurity promises to reshape the landscape of defense and protection. This is driving the SOC to undergo a transformative journey. We explore Cortex XSIAM® 2.0 — a new way to run the SOC — with an automation-fi...

Join DOD and Industry participants at Fort Belvoir Golf Club on April 22, 2024, for a day of networking and camaraderie. Proceeds from the AFCEA Belvoir Golf Tournament will support the Chapter’s Scholarship Fund. AFCEA Belvoir’s Educational Fund awards annual merit-based scholarships to qualified students who are pursuing degrees in STEAM. The tournament is an excellent networking event and there will be fun and prizes for the gol...

Registration for this event is now closed. We are pleased to announce the NSA Acquisition/Industry Partnership Exchange (NAIPE) on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at the Conference Center at the Maritime Institute. NAIPE is not a "How to do Business with NSA" event. This event is formulated to benefit contractors currently working with our Agency and already possessing a deep understanding of our business practices. COMPANIES REPRESENTED MUST BE CURRE...

An introduction to quantum computing, probable use cases, and a snapshot of where the technology is today as quantum processors are moving into the realm of "quantum utility". Cost: A suggested donation to the Scholarship Fund of $10 or more. We provide STEM grants to elementary, middle, and high schools

AFCEA Central Maryland Chapter hosts a monthly luncheon series that features keynote speeches from industry leaders, networking opportunities, and updates on upcoming events. Chapter members and corporate chapter sponsors are welcome to join us each month. Our luncheons take place at the Live! Casino & Hotel in Arundel Mills. Please stay tuned for more details. Please see our website for FAQ's! For any other questions, please contact lunch...

Luncheon: AFCEA Hampton Roads Chapter Dr. Paul Harig is a highly accomplished leader and security-focused professional with over two decades of distinguished service in government, civilian, and industry roles within the Department of Defense Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Engineering, and Information Technology domains. For the past four years, Dr. Harig serves as the Director for the Office of the Navy SCA at Naval Information Warfare Systems...

Join Censys' Principal Security Researcher, Emily Austin, as she delves into investigations of recent attacks directed at water-related infrastructure systems by foreign adversaries.

This discussion aims to delve into the multifaceted landscape of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential impact on defense strategies. Addressing both opportunities and challenges, the discourse will cover the utilization of generative AI in areas such as autonomous systems, threat detection, and decision support. The session will also examine ethical considerations, potential vulnerabilities, existing cyber policies on speed...