Aug 13, 2026

Sacramento, CA

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

In partnership with Google Public Sector

Sacramento Cybersecurity Forum

A working day with the security leaders defending California - Foresite, Google, and the state’s own CISOs on detecting and stopping modern threats.

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WHY ATTEND

Security that scales with the threats facing public agencies

Defend against real threats

How agencies are countering ransomware, phishing, and nation-state activity aimed at public infrastructure.

Google-scale defense

Inside Google SecOps, Mandiant, and threat intel — run as your named SOC by Foresite.

Built for public sector

Compliance, StateRAMP, and the budget realities specific to state and local government.

Connect with peers

Spend the day with CISOs and security leaders from agencies across California.

SPEAKERS

Seven leaders. One conversation.

Bringing together security executives from across California state government and industry.

Marc Brungardt
President & Co-Founder
Foresite

Chris Cruz

VP of Innovation

Outrider Tech

Elliot Parks
Public Sector Services Delivery Lead
Google Cloud

Mo Balakrishnan

Chief Technology Officer
Schools Insurance Authority

Robert Miyorga

Chief Information Security Officer
California Franchise Tax Board

Manoj Beeravelli

Chief Technology Officer
Governor's Office of Emergency Services

Gerard Laygui
AI Cybersecurity Officer
Governor's Office of Emergency Services

AGENDA

A half day, start to finish

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Breakfast & Registration

9:30 AM - 10:40 AM

Google Security Overview

Explore how Google Cloud Security is redefining the modern security stack - from AI-powered threat detection to automated response - and what that means for state and local government agencies navigating the transition away from legacy SIEM platforms.

10:40 AM - 11:00 AM

Break

11:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Executive Roundtable Discussion

Public sector security leaders come together for a candid, peer-to-peer conversation on defending critical government infrastructure in the era of agentic AI - covering autonomous threat response, AI governance, incident recovery, and what it takes to build a resilient security posture from detection all the way through remediation.

11:50 AM - 1:00 PM

Networking Lunch & Capture the Flag

Grab lunch & go hands-on with Google SecOps in a live threat scenario. Experience the full AI-driven security lifecycle - from initial detection and autonomous triage to containment and recovery - and see firsthand how AI-assisted and AI-driven defense differ when it matters most.

FAQ

Good to know

Who should attend?

Security and IT leaders in state and local government — CISOs, CIOs, security architects, and their teams. Attendance is by RSVP.

Where exactly is it?

The Cal OES Training Center in downtown Sacramento - 10390 Peter A McCuen Blvd.

What should I wear?

Business attire. Visitor security screening applies — please bring a photo ID.

Is there a cost to attend?

No. The forum is complimentary, including breakfast and lunch.

Will sessions be recorded?

Panels run under the Chatham House Rule and are not recorded, so the conversation stays candid.

Is this event CPE credit eligible?

Yes. We are pleased to offer continuing professional education (CPE) credits to those that attend the event. CPE certification at the Sacramento Cybersecurity Forum is being administered by Carahsoft Technology Corp. Carahsoft is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. For more information on the CPE credit we are offering, our CPE sponsor (NASBA), and the submission process, please visit the CPE Credit section.

CPE Credit Information

The Sacramento Cybersecurity Forum is CPE credit eligible. CPE certification for this event is being administered by Carahsoft Technology Corp.

Total CPE Credits Available: Up to 3 credits
Field of Study: Information Technology
Program Description: A half-day forum bringing together public sector security leaders to explore AI-driven threat detection, autonomous response, and resilient recovery across California state and local government agencies. Sessions include a Google Security Overview, an Executive Roundtable Discussion, and a hands-on Capture the Flag exercise.
Instructional Delivery Method: Group Live Based Event
Program Level: Basic
Prerequisites: None
Advanced Preparation: None
Attendance & Engagement Requirements: In order to be awarded full credit hours, attendees must be present for the full duration of the event, register their attendance by signing in with their full name at check-in, and complete the evaluation survey in its entirety at the conclusion of the session.
Refund, Cancellation & Complaint Resolution Policy: There is no fee associated with this event and no penalty for cancellation or no-shows. For any questions or concerns regarding refunds, cancellations, or program-related issues, please contact us at google@foresite.com.
Official NASBA Sponsor Statement: CPE certification for the Sacramento Cybersecurity Forum is being administered by Carahsoft Technology Corp. Carahsoft is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority in the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website at www.nasbaregistry.org.