INSIDER THREAT SYMPOSIUM & EXPO 3-4-25 REGISTRATION

NATIONAL INSIDER THREAT SPECIAL INTEREST GROUP (NITSIG)

INSIDER THREAT SYMPOSIUM & EXPO (ITS&E)

MARCH 4, 2025

NITSIG OVERVIEW

The NITSIG was created in 2014, to function as a National Insider Threat Information Sharing & Analysis Center. We are very proud that we have accomplished this goal, from the continued growth of the NITSIG Membership, and the very positive comments we continue to receive from our membership, and from others who attend our meetings and events.

The NITSIG Membership is the largest network (1000+) of Insider Risk Management (IRM) Professionals in the U.S. and globally. The willingness of our members to collaborate and share information among the membership has been the driving force that has made the NITSIG very successful. There is NO CHARGE to become a NITSIG Member. (Join NITSIG)

This link below provides a complete overview of the NITSIG, advisory board members and the very positive comments from our membership and other individuals that have attended NITSIG meetings, workshops and ITS&E events.

https://www.nationalinsiderthreatsig.org/pdfs/NITSIG%20Overview%20With%20Comments.pdf

SYMPOSIUM OVERVIEW

The ITS&E was created in 2015 specifically for individuals interested in gaining in-depth knowledge related to IRM Programs and IRM technical solutions.

The ITS&E brings together individuals from the U.S. Government, Department Of Defense, Intelligence Community Agencies, Defense Contractors, Critical Infrastructure, Law Enforcement, Universities and the private sector companies, for a 1 day event that features expert speakers, engaging panel discussions, interactive sessions, vendor technologies and solutions, and networking with IRM practitioners.

The will be the 5th ITS&E held. Attendance for ITS&E event ranges between 250 to 500 people.

The NITSIG will be holding the ITS&E on March 4, 2025, at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (JHU-APL, Laurel, Maryland), in the Kossiakoff Center. The event starts at 8AM and ends at 5PM.

More Information: www.insiderthreatsymposium.org

The NITSIG has lined up another group of outstanding speakers for this event, that have Hands On Experience in IRM Programs and other aspects of IRM. The list of confirmed speakers can be found below and on this link.

Speakers

• Larry Knutsen / Retired CIA Insider Threat Program Manager
• Shawn Thompson / IRM Program Legal Expert
• Todd Masse & Bill Smith / JHU- APL IRM Program
• Kevin Burton / Vice President, IRM Lead At Synchrony Financial
• Cyber Security & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
• Deidra Bass / Director, Navy Insider Threat Program
• Department Of Defense Insider Threat Management Analysis Center (DITMAC)
• And  More... 

This years ITS&E is being enhanced to better support the attendees of this event. In addition to our speakers, the symposium will feature a panel of experts that will discuss a variety of IRM topics. This panel will be interactive allowing the audience to ask questions of the panel members, regarding the many critical components and complexities that are involved with an IRM Program.

This panel is composed of NITSIG Advisory Board Members, who have extensive experience managing and supporting IRM Programs for the U.S. Government, DoD, Intelligence Community Agencies, Defense Contractors, Universities and private sector companies.

The ITS&E Will Provide Attendees With The In-Depth Knowledge That Is Critical For An IRM Program In The Following Areas And More

• Guidance on the Legal Considerations for an IRM Program

• Guidance on how to gain buy-in from the CEO and key stakeholders to support and enhance the IRM Program

• Guidance on how to identify your organizations existing IRM capabilities / security foundations and the additional security investments ($$$) needed for a comprehensive IRM Program

• Guidance on how to identify, prevent and mitigate the risks and threats caused by malicious / disgruntled employees that can be very costly and damaging

• Guidance on how to develop, manage, evaluate and optimize an IRM Program that is comprehensive, and goes beyond compliance regulations such as National Insider Threat Policy and NIPSOM Conforming Change 2

• Guidance on understanding the many underlying and interconnected components that are critical for a holistic and robust IRM Program

• Guidance on evaluating your organizations existing Insider Threat Detection capabilities for computer systems and networks

• Guidance on how to define requirements, evaluate and purchase an Insider Threat Detection Tool

EXPO OVERVIEW

The expo will provide attendees with visibility into proven technologies and services for Insider Threat Detection and IRM. If you want to see Employee User Activity Monitoring / Behavioral Analytical Tool demonstrations, this is the event.

Exhibitor opportunities for the ITS&E are available. See the link below for details.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/insider-threat-symposium-expo-3-4-25-vendor-registration-tickets-1069852169639

Expo E-Mail Opt-Out Notice

The Expo will have many great vendors showcasing a variety of IRM solutions and services.

If you do not wish to receive a follow up e-mail message(s) from vendors with their company information, please send an e-mail to: [email protected].

Please specify "Opt-Out Expo E-Mails" in the subject line.

COST / REGISTRATION INFORMATION (Payment Using Credit Card)

Cost: $99.00

This Cost Will Include:

Continental Breakfast (Bagels, Pastries, Muffins, Fruits, Coffee)

Lunch (Assortment Of Sandwiches, Chips, Cookie, Water, Refreshments)

Free Parking

Free Wi-fi

Please Note

You must be a U.S. Citizen to attend this event. A valid Drivers License or U.S. Government issued ID is required at the door.

The event IS NOT open to the News Media.

Attendees will be eligible to earn 8 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits to go toward your security certification CPE requirements.

Cancellations

All cancellations must be received via e-mail 15 days prior to this event. Please send an e-mail to [email protected] cancel your registration.

Attendee Substitutions

All substitutions must be received via e-mail 7 business days prior to this event. Please send an email with your full name and organization, and the name, email and position title of the individual who be attending in your place. Emergency last minute substitutions will be processed at the event registration check-in. Please send substitute information to: [email protected]

DIRECTIONS / PARKING

Directions To JHU-APL

JHU-APL Campus Map / Parking Locations

HOTEL ACCOMENDATIONS

Hotel Next Door To JHU-APL

Homewood Suites By Hilton

7531 Montpelier Rd, Laurel, MD 20723

Phone: 240-360-2725

https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/balcmhw-homewood-suites-columbia-laurel/

If you have any questions about the NITSIG, ITS&E or registering, please contact Jim Henderson via email; [email protected] Or call; 561-809-6800.

Jim Henderson, CISSP, CCISO

Founder / Chairman Of The National Insider Threat Special Interest Group

Founder / Director Of Insider Threat Symposium & Expo

Insider Threat Researcher / Speaker

FBI InfraGard Member

561-809-6800

[email protected]

NITSIG LinkedIn Group

Host or Publisher Jim Henderson- Founder / Chairman NITSIG