2026 Security Conference Sessions

Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2026 dives deep into key topics for cybersecurity leaders around AI, leadership, cloud security and more to help you address your organization’s mission-critical challenges.

2026 Conference Theme

This year’s conference theme is Smarter, Faster, Stronger … Together.

In an environment characterized by an expanding threat landscape, AI, tariffs, global instability and regulations, the cybersecurity community must gain and share insights faster. Together, we are smarter and stronger.

Explore our conference sessions below, all developed with this theme and top mission critical priorities in mind.

Find Security Conference Sessions

There are hundreds of sessions happening each day. Filter to see sessions that align with your role and interests. After registering for the conference, craft your agenda and book priority sessions — all through Conference Navigator.

Show Filters

Filter Sessions Cancel
Clear All See 4 Sessions No Results
Showing 4 Sessions
Clear All
Monday, June 01, 2026

09:30 AM - 10:15 AM EDT

Gartner Opening Keynote: Seize the Moment
Leigh McMullen, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
It feels like everything is happening, everywhere, all at once. But amidst the chaos, there are opportunities, “moments” that we can seize, to ensure Cybersecurity’s success. What if we could use our organizations’ rush to AI as an opportunity to modernize both human and machine identity? What if we could turn the inevitability of cyber-attacks into a learning cycle that continuously makes us smarter, stronger, faster and more resilient? What if we could monetize our innovation with a cycle of continuous learning to fund even more innovation? Join this keynote and learn how to seize these moments! ... Show More Show Less
Tuesday, June 02, 2026

09:00 AM - 09:45 AM EDT

Guest Keynote: Creativity and Innovation for a Better Tomorrow
José Andrés, Chef, Restaurateur, Humanitarian
Christopher Mixter, VP Analyst, Gartner
In this conversation, renowned chef, political activist and Harvard professor, José Andrés takes you behind the scenes from bustling restaurant kitchens to active conflict zones, sharing the art of adapting when everything goes wrong. Drawing from his crisis response experiences, he reveals how innovation and creativity are forged in moments of uncertainty and challenge. Through edge-of-your-seat anecdotes, Andrés proves that cultivating a culture of adaptability not only leads to personal and organizational success but also drives positive change for a better tomorrow. ... Show More Show Less

04:45 PM - 05:30 PM EDT

Gartner Keynote: The Future of Cyber 2030 — Skills, AI, Tech
Peter Firstbrook, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
In just three years the impact of AI on Cybersecurity has been immense. Join this keynote as we explore the future of cybersecurity skills, technology and the next set of impacts that AI will thrust upon our industry. Learn what is likely to transpire and what the impacts on our teams, our budgets and our overall cybersecurity program will be by 2030. ... Show More Show Less
Wednesday, June 03, 2026

09:00 AM - 09:45 AM EDT

Guest Keynote: Leading with Levity: How to Harness the Competitive Advantage of Improv and Humor, Seriously
Naomi Bagdonas, Executive advisor, bestselling author, and leading expert in the intersection of humor and business
In today’s fast-changing world, the most agile leaders are those who can think on their feet, lead with authenticity, and use humor as a competitive advantage—seriously. In this provocative and entertaining keynote, Stanford lecturer and bestselling author Naomi Bagdonas explores the behavioral science of humor and the principles of improvisation to reveal a powerful, often-overlooked leadership edge. Humor isn’t the opposite of seriousness; it’s a fast track to trust, an antidote to fear, and a spark for creativity when the stakes are high. Drawing from professional comedians and cutting-edge research, Naomi offers practical tools leaders can use to cultivate more agile teams, more joyful cultures, and more human organizations. ... Show More Show Less

... Show More Show Less
Items per page: 1 – 9 of 4 Items
1 of 0 Pages

Sorry, no sessions match your criteria. Please refine your filters to display sessions.

“Insightful, informative and actionable. This provides our organization opportunity to succeed in this space and provide value to our stakeholders. This conference continuously provided learning opportunities, networking with fellow practitioners [and more].”

Dennis Mathew Opiso
CISO, JG Summit Holdings

Discover what it’s like to experience #GartnerSEC

Learn more about Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2026

Get our latest conference schedules, updates and insights sent straight to your inbox.

By clicking the "Continue" button, you are agreeing to the Gartner Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Contact Information

All fields are required.

      By clicking the "Submit" button, you are agreeing to the Gartner Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

      Back