Rochester Security Summit

ROCHESTER SECURITY SUMMIT 2026

October 14 - 15, 2026
Rochester Riverside Convention Center


RSS:2026 Keynote Speakers

We are excited to announce our 20th Anniversary Keynote line up for the Rochester Security Summit.

Brian Krebs
Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Journalist, Author and founder of Krebs on Security
Colin Ahern
New York State Director of Security and Intelligence
Edward Sakocius
Technical Special Agent US Secret Service
James Brodsky
VP of Security Solutions Engineering AMER for SentinelOne
Thomas Barillari
Network Intrusion Forensic Analyst US Secret Service

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RSS:2026 Keynote Speakers


Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Journalist, Author and founder of Krebs on Security

 

Brian Krebs

Brian Krebs is an independent investigative reporter who writes about cybercrime at the award-winning Web site KrebsOnSecurity.com.

Formerly with The Washington Post (1995-2009), Krebs is best known for breaking stories on high-profile data breaches, including those that hit Target, Home Depot, Michaels, Ashley Madison, and Capital One.

A frequent interviewee and public speaker, Krebs has been profiled by 60 Minutes, The New York Times, Poynter.org, and Business Week. Krebs's book, "Spam Nation: The Inside Story of Organized Cybercrime - From Global Epidemic to Your Front Door" – is now a New York Times bestseller. More recently, he was invited to an “Ask Me Anything” discussion on Reddit about investigative reporting.

Colin Ahern

New York State Director of Security and Intelligence

 

Technical Special Agent US Secret Service

 

Edward Sakocius

Technical Special Agent Edward Sakocius brings 18 years of law enforcement experience to his work as a digital forensic incident responder with the Buffalo Field Office's Empire State Cyber Fraud Task Force. He has led responses involving ransomware, business email compromise, and point of sale breaches affecting organizations ranging from small businesses to large enterprises. Sakocius supports local and federal law enforcement through cryptocurrency tracing and digital forensic examinations, most notably contributing to the FBI's joint advisory on BlackByte ransomware. He has acted as an instructor for the International Law Enforcement Academy and the Baltic Computer Forensic Training Program. His frontline work provides leaders with a clear understanding of today's cyber risks and helps organizations navigate modern day threats.

James Brodsky

VP of Security Solutions Engineering AMER for SentinelOne

 

Network Intrusion Forensic Analyst US Secret Service

 

Thomas Barillari

Thomas Barillari brings over 25 years of law enforcement experience to his role as a Network Intrusion Forensic Analyst (NIFA) with the United States Secret Service. Based in the Buffalo, NY Field Office, he supports investigations throughout New York State and Internationally, focusing on cyber intrusions, electronic fraud, cellphone/computer related forensics and the growing complexities of cryptocurrency-related crimes. His expertise was honed during six years as a Task Force Officer with the USSS Cyber Fraud Task Force, where he collaborated with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners. As the primary point of contact for network intrusion incidents in the region, especially those impacting financial institutions, Tom plays a critical role in safeguarding our digital infrastructure.

 


About This Summit

Since 2006, the Rochester Security Summit has been a leading regional event that brings together a broad range of experts and professionals from the field of information security. Held annually during National Cyber Security Awareness Month, it serves as a community focal point for education and awareness; fostering discussion, knowledge sharing, and networking to help drive innovation and address the evolving challenges in the security landscape. From emerging trends to practical insights, our goal is to empower attendees with the latest information and strategies to enhance their cybersecurity practices

The Rochester Security Summit is brought to you by the Rochester Chapter of the Information Systems Security Association International (ISSA)

Continuing Education Credits

Attending Rochester Security Summit sessions satisfies continuing education requirements for a number of professional certifications. Certificates of attendance are provided to participants. If you have misplaced your certificate, please send an email to cpe@rochestersecurity.org


Location Information

Conference Venue

Exterior photo of the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center including sign in front of building

Joseph A. Floreano
Rochester Riverside Convention Center

125 East Main Street
Rochester, NY USA 14604
www.rrcc.com



RSS:2025 Sponsors


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