Virtual

Washington, DC CISO Community

Town Hall

December 10, 2025 | 10:00am EST

December 10, 2025
10:00am EST

The Future of Cyber Defense is Autonomous

Participate in an interactive, one-hour virtual discussion with fellow CISOs. Explore a timely, peer-driven topic focused on emerging priorities and challenges through facilitated, small-group conversations. Share perspectives, exchange real-world experiences and gain practical insights through candid discussions.

Join fellow CISOs in the Washington, DC community to discuss:

Keeping pace with rapid attacks

Efficiently manage big data and risks

Supporting the team to tackle complex issues

Discussion Leaders

Members of the Washington, DC CISO community will lead the interactive discussion and share lessons learned.

Joel Mathen

Recorded Future

Senior Manager, Intelligence Services

Moderator

Addie Adeniji

United States House of Representatives

Deputy CISO

Discussion Leader

Sudipto Sircar

Child Fund International

Vice President & Chief Information Officer

Discussion Leader

John Toney

State of Vermont

CISO

Discussion Leader

Agenda

December 10, 2025

10:00am - 11:00am  EST

The Future of Cyber Defense is Autonomous

As cyber threats become faster, more sophisticated, and AI-enabled, human-only security teams are struggling to keep pace. Autonomous systems are emerging as the next phase of security, offering real-time, adaptive, and scalable protection. How are CISOs leveraging technology to allow their team to focus on stopping threats before they impact the organization?

Join this session to discuss:

  • Keeping pace with rapid attacks
  • Efficiently manage big data and risks
  • Supporting the team to tackle complex issues

Your Community Sponsor

CISO Thought Leader

Community Program Manager

For inquiries related to this community, please reach out to your dedicated contact.

Melissa Tarpley

Community Program Manager

469-872-5998

melissa.tarpley@gartner.com