The stakes have never been higher. With cyber threats becoming more complex every day, Scotland’s public sector must act now to protect vital services and citizens’ data.

Holyrood Connect’s Public Sector Cyber Security Scotland 2026 returns to Edinburgh on 3 February, brining together cyber security experts and industry leaders to explore practical solutions to current and future challenges.

Through keynote speeches, expert panels, and interactive masterclasses, this event offers insight into how organisations can stay ahead in a constantly shifting landscape.

Key Themes

• Strategies for embedding cyber resilience into public sector digital infrastructures
• Harnessing the power of AI to improve real-time threat intelligence and response
• Cyber incident exercising and enhancing incident response readiness across public services
• Fostering collaboration and innovation

Attendees will also have the opportunity to enjoy an exhibition area and connect with peers during dedicated networking sessions.

Who Should Attend?

This event is aimed at public and third sector professionals, including:

• CIOs, CISOs, Heads of Digital and IT
• Information Security and Risk Managers
• Cyber strategy, policy, and governance professionals

Join us in Edinburgh in February to connect with peers and help shape a safer digital future for Scotland.