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Information Security Forums bring together experienced IT and information security practitioners for confidential information sharing on the industry's most important issues, technologies, and trends. The two-day event includes keynote addresses, peer-to-peer technical and strategic roundtable discussions led by IANS' Faculty, and was inspired by the Harvard Business School teaching method.

Why Attend

  • Gain tangible, real world insights on best practices and lessons learned directly from your peers
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and early-stage deployments
  • Connect with the industry's leading minds
  • Network and connect with other influential senior IT managers and business leaders
  • Earn 16 Continuing Education Credits

    Who attends Forums
    Information Security Forum attendees come from practitioner organizations that include Fortune 1000, Government agencies, and Academic institutions. Forums are for mid to senior level information security vice presidents, directors, managers, analysts, architects, and engineers.

    In 2008, 32% of attendees were CISSP certified and had an average of 11 or more years of industry experience.

    Major industries represented included Financial Services, Insurance, Government, Telecommunications, Healthcare,
    Higher Education, and Technology Services.

    2009
    Pacific Information Security Forum
      December 8-9, 2009 JW Marriott San Francisco, CA Info Register

    2010
    Mid-Atlantic Information Security Forum
      March 16-17, 2010 JW Marriott Washington, D.C. Info Register
    New York Metro Information Security Forum
      May 4-5, 2010 The Roosevelt Hotel New York, NY Info Register
    Lonestar Information Security Forum
      June 23-24, 2010 Cityplace Conference Center Dallas, TX Info
    New England Information Security Forum
      September 28-29, 2010 The Copley Marriot Boston, MA Info


  • Forum Pricing

    Standard Conference Price
    IANS Information Security Forum - US $1350

    Forum Discounts and Promotions
    Current promotion

    Reserve your seat for the 2010 Mid-Atlantic Forum by November 30, 2009, and receive a $500 discount. Please contact Mary Dussault at mdussault@ianetsec.com for more information.
    On-going discounts
    Bring a Team: When you register three colleagues from the same company at the same time with payment, the fourth colleague may attend for free.

    IANS Research Clients: If your company is an IANS Research client, you may have pre-paid Forum Seats available.

    Association Discounts: Discounts are also available for nonprofit, government, and educational institutions. All ISC² members receive a $350 discount to attend our Information Security Forum. Please contact Mary Dussault at mdussault@ianetsec.com for more information.

    Cancellations
    By completing registration, you are reserving your place at the Forum. Registered attendees will select specific Forum discussion sessions onsite. Please note that space is limited and assigned on a first come, first serve basis.

    All registrations must be approved by IANS. Forum delegate positions are restricted to security practitioners. Cancellations must be submitted in writing and received by two weeks prior to a forum to qualify for a refund. Refunds will only be given for one-half of the original registration fee. Any cancellations submitted within fourteen days of the Forum will not be subject to refunds.

    Terms and Conditions
    This conference is produced by IANS, which reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to limit or deny access to the conference to any entity or individual. IANS’ receipt of a registration application and payment does not constitute acceptance until some form of acknowledgement or acceptance is sent; applications and payments that are not accepted will be returned within 30 days of receipt.

    Executive Roundtables

    Executive Roundtables are intimate gatherings known for their innovative moderated discussion format. During Executive Roundtables join a community of your peers in an effort to address current issues, brainstorm on new ideas, drive effective solutions, and strengthen your professional network.

    Why Attend

  • Focused discussion topic highlighting information security "pain points" and relevant technology
  • Gain tangible, real-world insights
  • Networking with other IT managers and business leaders

    Executive Roundtables are held regionally, limited to 15-20 participants, hosted either during breakfast or in the afternoon, and are underwritten by sponsors.


  • Interactive Phone Conferences

    Interactive Phone Conferences (IPCs) are briefings that provide an in-depth focus on specific information security topics and technologies. IPCs are Faculty moderated, content-rich, compelling discussions.

    Interactive Phone Conferences are complimentary, one-hour sessions.