Agenda
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- This is a running agenda and will include multiple changes including topics, speakers and timings. The final agenda will be finalized up to 10 days before the conference and will be sent to all partners and stakeholders of the event.
- Points of discussion from each panel will be shared with all panel members and moderators by Consensus.
- Syria Cyber Shield Summit will be held on a high-quality online event platform, and all stakeholders will receive short training sessions to navigate the platform. Consensus will also create custom-made training videos and disseminate them among all attendees of the event.
- All timings listed in the preliminary agenda are in Syrian Time.
- All speakers, panelists, and moderators are envisioned and are yet to be formally invited and confirmed.
- Virtual AV meetings can be scheduled and conducted throughout the entirety of the event.
09:00 – 09:10
Welcome Note by Official EMCEE of Event
(10-minute Opening Keynotes by VIP Speakers)
09:10 – 11:10
Opening Speeches by VIP Speakers
11:10 – 11:30
Keynote 1: Title Sponsor (TBC)
Note: Day 2 will witness two tracks running concurrently.
TRACK 1 – Cyber Law & Policy
09:00 – 09:10
Welcome Note by Official EMCEE of Event
09:10 – 10:00
Panel Discussion #1 – Comprehensive Frameworks, Law & Capacity Building for a Robust National Cybersecurity Strategy
10:00 – 10:50
Panel Discussion #2: Leveraging PPPs for Syria’s Secure Digital Reconstruction
10:50 – 11:40
Panel Discussion #3: Critical cybersecurity standards for a Digital Safe Nation
Key Insights into Essential Frameworks for National Information Assurance, Data Privacy and Risk Management.
11:40 – 12:00
Keynote 1 – A Collaborative Approach to Secure Digital Infrastructure, protecting Economy & Fundamental Societal Values
(Sponsored Keynote)
12:00 – 12:20
Keynote 2 – GRC Compliance in the Era of AI
(Sponsored Keynote)
TRACK 2 – Cyber Security Leadership
09:00 – 09:10
Welcome Note by Official EMCEE of Event
09:10 – 10:00
Panel Discussion #1: CISO Focus Panel: Strategy & Leadership for a Cyber-Ready Enterprise!
10:00 – 10:50
Panel Discussion #2: Addressing Skill Gaps in Cybersecurity
Strategies to create Cyber Leaders for a Resilient Future in Syria.
10:50 – 11:40
Panel Discussion #3: Cybersecurity Leaders Panel: Surviving the Ransomware Apocalypse
Real-world lessons, negotiation tactics, and incident response.
11:40 – 12:00
Keynote 1: Culture Over Compliance: Creating a proactive security culture among employees
(Sponsored Keynote)
12:00 – 12:20
Keynote 2: Cybersecurity – Why it is a Foundation for a Strong Balance Sheet
(Sponsored Keynote)
Note: Day 3 will witness two tracks running concurrently.
TRACK 3 – Threat Detection & Incident Response
09:00 – 09:10
Welcome Note by Official EMCEE of Event
09:10 – 10:00
Panel Discussion #1: Incident Response to an Attack – A Keystone to Cyber Resilience
Steps and Critical Considerations.
10:00 – 10:50
Panel Discussion #2 – Emerging Threats, AI Risk and Regional Landscape
10:50 – 11:40
Panel Discussion #3 – Common Errors in Framing and Executing Incident Response Plans
11:40 – 12:00
Keynote #1: The Rise of Agentic Security for Emerging Threat Landscapes
(Sponsored Keynote)
12:00 – 12:20
Keynote #2: Zero Trust Architecture: Moving Beyond Legacy Defenses
(Sponsored Keynote)
Note: Day 4 will witness two tracks running concurrently.
TRACK 5 – Human Element & Security Awareness
09:00 – 09:10
Welcome Note by Official EMCEE of Event
09:10 – 10:00
Panel Discussion #1 Fighting the Weakest Link in Cyber Security: The Human Factor
KEY STATISTIC: 74% to 95% of cybersecurity breaches involve a human element, such as errors, social engineering, or misuse.
10:00 – 10:50
Panel Discussion #2 AI, Automation & Human Psychology
10:50 – 11:40
Panel Discussion #3 Building a Security-First Culture in your Workplace
11:40 – 12:00
Keynote #1: Human-Centric Risk Management
(Sponsored Keynote)
12:00 – 12:20
Keynote #2: Best Practices for Secure BYOD
(Sponsored Keynote)
TRACK 6 – Innovation, Startups & Investment
09:00 – 09:10
Welcome Note by Official EMCEE of Event
09:10 – 10:00
Panel Discussion #1 From Idea to Differentiation: Building a Cybersecurity Startup that stands out
10:00 – 10:50
Panel Discussion #2: What do Investors Look for when seeking the next Blockbuster?
Moderator: Nisreen AlMadi, Program Director, Tamkeen
10:50 – 11:40
Panel Discussion #3: The Spark: Origin Stories of Founders
The problems they solve and what sparked their journey.
11:40 – 12:00
Keynote #1: Winning your First Customers
(Sponsored Keynote)
12:00 – 12:20
Keynote #2: The Future of Cybersecurity Innovation
(Sponsored Keynote)
Workshops Only
Notes
- Each workshop will consist of one to two instructors and a maximum of 25 online participants. The workshop is interactive in nature and will be held for an hour each.
- These workshops aim to address the unique challenges of digital resilience in developing cyber environments & eco-systems like Syria.
- The topics and content of each workshop are not final and are subject to change.
- Consensus will scout for the right Solution Providers & Cyber OEMs / SIs / MSPs / Advisories to organize these workshops.
08:15 – 09:15
Critical Infrastructure and Industrial Security (OT)
Workshop Pointers
- OT Threat Landscape: Identifying vulnerabilities in Operational Technology (OT) and SCADA systems.
- Industrial Security Frameworks: Implementing ISA/IEC 62443 standards to secure plant floor environments.
- OT Asset Visibility & Monitoring: Techniques for mapping and monitoring industrial networks.
- Security for Energy Sector
09:30 – 10:30
Network and Data Protection
Workshop Pointers
- Network Security: Modern protocols, topologies, and related security threats.
- Cryptography Techniques: Practical implementation of algorithms for network security, including VPNs and firewalls.
- Web Security & Application Security: Securing web-based applications, including Kerberos and PGP.
- Data Protection in Emergencies: Securing sensitive data, focusing on backup and encryption strategies during high-stakes situations.
10:45 – 11:45
Crisis Management and Human Factors
Workshop Pointers
- Cybersecurity in Crisis Contexts: Protecting organizational continuity during disruptions.
- Incident Response & Digital Forensics
- Human Factors in Cybersecurity
12:00 – 13:00
Emerging Technologies and Governance
Workshop Pointers
- Artificial Intelligence in Security: Utilizing AI for threat detection and response.
- Cloud Security: Securing data in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud environments.
- Online Protection for Vulnerable Populations: Digital safety, addressing gender-based violence, and digital exclusion.
13:15 – 14:15
Remote Work & BYOD Security
Workshop Pointers
- BYOD Policy & Governance (The Foundation)
- User Behaviour & Training (Human Element)
- Incident Response (When Things Go Wrong)
14:30 – 15:30
Data Privacy & Compliance
Workshop Pointers
- Fundamental Data Privacy Principles
- Regulatory Landscape & Compliance (GDPR (EU/EEA), CCPA/CPRA (California/US), and relevant local laws)
- Operationalizing Privacy (Practical Steps)
- Data Security & Risk Management
16:00 – 17:00
Cloud Security: A Hands-on Approach
Workshop Pointers
- Foundational Security Concepts
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Infrastructure & Network Security
- Data Protection & Workload Security
- Threat Detection & Incident Response