2026 Cyburgh, PA Initiative

Presented by Pittsburgh Technology Council and Ethical Intruder

About | Who Should Attend | Sessions | Birds of a Feather | CPE Credits | Agenda | Cost | Sponsors | Contact

May 14, 2026 | Sheraton Hotel Pittsburgh at Station Square

Why Attend Cyburgh?

Cybersecurity leaders are being asked to do more than defend systems. They are expected to manage business risk, guide executive decisions, and respond to a threat landscape that keeps shifting.

Now in it's 11th year, Cyburgh, PA Initiative 2026 is built for leaders who want practical insight, candid conversation, and real-world takeaways on the issues organizations are dealing with right now, including AI security, identity, third-party risk, and ransomware resilience.

What You’ll Learn

• How organizations are securing AI in production
• Identity controls that are reducing real risk today
• How to manage risk across vendors and partners
• What helps organizations recover faster from ransomware

What Makes It Different

• No-spin, practical discussions
• Peer learning and meaningful networking
• Birds of a Feather roundtables
• Eligible for CPE credits

Who Should Attend

• CISOs, CIOs, and senior security leaders
• IT and cybersecurity practitioners
• Business and operational decision-makers
• Public sector, academic, and ecosystem partners

What We’re Covering

Featured Keynote Session

Fireside Chat: Ransomware in 2026: What Prosecutors and the FBI See and What Actually Changes Outcomes

Hear directly from federal leaders on what they are seeing across real-world ransomware cases, what slows recovery, and what actually changes outcomes when organizations are under pressure.

Richard Evanchec

Special Agent in Charge
FBI Pittsburgh Field Office

Kelly Locher

Assistant U.S. Attorney
U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Pennsylvania

Join us at Cyburgh, PA Initiative 2026, where cybersecurity leaders, industry experts, and business executives come together to explore today’s most pressing cyber risks and practical strategies for resilience. This full-day event at the Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square is designed for leaders who want candid insight, meaningful peer connection, and actionable takeaways.

About Cyburgh

Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue. It is a business imperative. Cyburgh, PA Initiative highlights Pittsburgh as a hub for cybersecurity innovation by bringing together security leaders, business executives, practitioners, and solution providers for a full day of substantive discussion and connection.

Attendees can expect:

• Expert-led discussions focused on what is actually working in cybersecurity today
• Practical insight on ransomware, identity, AI security, and third-party risk
• High-value networking with peers, partners, and potential customers
• Business-relevant takeaways to help strengthen resilience and decision-making

If you are looking to strengthen your organization’s cyber posture and connect with peers facing similar challenges, Cyburgh 2026 is the place to be.

• Location: Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square
• Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
• Time: Full-day event followed by a happy hour
• All speakers and content sessions are subject to change.

Agenda

View the Cyburgh, PA Initiative 2026 schedule & directory.

New at Cyburgh: Birds of a Feather Roundtables

Looking for more meaningful networking? Our Birds of a Feather roundtables give attendees the chance to join small-group discussions organized around today’s most relevant cybersecurity topics. It is an easy way to meet peers, compare notes, ask questions, and share practical lessons learned.

Sample topics include:
AI Security, Identity & Access, Ransomware Readiness, OT Security, Third-Party Risk, Deepfakes & AI Fraud, Workforce Development, and CMMC Readiness.

Continuing Education Credits (CPEs)

Cyburgh 2026 is eligible for up to 5.5 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits based on approximately 275 minutes of educational content. Time allocated for registration, meals, and networking breaks is not included in this total.

CPE eligibility is consistent with standard industry guidelines, including those of ISACA and ISC2. Final credit amounts may vary based on individual session attendance.

Attendees are responsible for tracking their participation and reporting credits directly to their certification body. Certificates of attendance will be available upon request following the event.

Educational content is subject to change and final credit eligibility is determined by individual certification bodies.

Registration

PTC Member: Early Bird Rate $250 (until April 17) | Regular Rate $260 | Late / Onsite Rate $280
Non-Member: Early Bird Rate $500 (until April 17) | Regular Rate $520 | Late / Onsite Rate $560

Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in sponsoring? Reach out to Ashley Steckel at asteckel@pghtech.org to find an opportunity that meets your budget and objectives.

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Presenting Sponsor

Panel Sponsors

Tech Talk Sponsors

Keynote Sponsor

Wi-Fi Sponsor

Breakfast Sponsor

Lunch Sponsor

Happy Hour Sponsor

Notebook & Pen Sponsor

Lanyard Sponsor

Expert Insights Sponsor

Supporting Sponsors

Contact Information

For content or logistics questions: Monica Takacs, Sr. Director for Industry Networks, mtakacs@pghtech.org
For registration questions: Lauren Lowen, Event Coordinator, llowen@pghtech.org
For sponsorship questions: Ashley Steckel, Vice President of Business Development, asteckel@pghtech.org

Want the member rate? Contact Brooke Wozniak, Business Development Manager, bwozniak@pghtech.org.