september, 2025
17sepAll DayCyber Security Conference and Exhibition 2025

Event Details
On 17th September, we’re bringing together CISOs, IT leaders, heads of information security, cyber experts, and senior public sector professionals from across the country for the Cyber Security
Event Details
On 17th September, we’re bringing together CISOs, IT leaders, heads of information security, cyber experts, and senior public sector professionals from across the country for the Cyber Security Conference and Exhibition 2025 at Salford Community Stadium, Manchester.
It’s all about tackling the challenge of escalating threats, outdated infrastructure, and resourcing gaps—with insights into the latest government strategies and real-world examples of public sector organisations building cyber resilience.
Agenda Summary:
- Understand the UK’s Cyber Security Strategy priorities and what they mean for public sector resilience, with keynotes from Paul Benson, North West Cyber Resilience Centre and Jonathan Pownall, National Audit Office
- Explore strategies for embedding cyber into public sector culture and leadership, from operationalising frameworks to developing visibility and accountability—featuring Chris Booth, ITHealth and Henrik Kiertzner, National Trust
- Discover how to build a cyber-ready workforce through skills development, DEI, and national standards, with insight from Sarra Fotheringham, College of Policing and Claire Harrison, MHRA
- Learn how to defend as one, with real-world case studies on secure collaboration, AI-driven threat detection, and regional ecosystem building—featuring leaders from Cyware, NWROCU, and CyberNorth.
- Network with senior cybersecurity professionals across government, NHS, education, and the voluntary sector, with structured breakout sessions and live Q&As throughout the day.
ScotlandIS members can register for free via this link using the code CYBER-AW.
Time
All Day (Wednesday) BST
Location
Salford Community Stadium
1 Stadium Wy, Eccles, Salford, Manchester M30 7EY