Introducing Lightning Talks!
New for CYBR.SEC.CON., our Lightning Talks program provides an opportunity for community members interested in conference speaking to step onto the stage and share their knowledge in a shorter format.
Lightning Talks are designed for:
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First-time speakers looking to gain conference presentation experience
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Professionals who want to test the waters before submitting a full-length presentation
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Sharing focused ideas, lessons learned, tools, techniques, or observations that may not require a traditional 45-minute session
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Encouraging broader community participation and diverse perspectives
Lightning Talks are educational presentations, not sales pitches. Like all conference content, talks should be vendor-neutral, knowledge-focused, and designed to provide value to attendees. Whether you're presenting a practical tip, a unique experience, a niche research finding, or a quick technical demonstration, we encourage submissions that help others learn and grow.
Submission Guidelines
All submissions should focus on sharing knowledge, not promoting products or services. Commercial, marketing, or sales-oriented presentations will not be accepted.
Lightning Talk Key Dates:
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Call for Papers Opens: June 15, 2026
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Submission Deadline: June 29, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST
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Speaker Notification: No later than July 15, 2026