2026 USD Cyber Law & Risk Symposium
More than a conference — it’s where cybersecurity, law, and risk converge.
The USD Cyber Law & Risk Symposium, now in its 7th year, stands as a premier national forum bringing together leaders across cybersecurity, law, risk management, insurance, governance, and emerging technologies. Hosted by the University of San Diego’s Center for Cybersecurity Engineering and Technology, this flagship event fosters meaningful dialogue at the intersection of innovation, accountability, and resilience.
Building on the momentum of last year’s Rising Tides theme, the 2026 Symposium advances the conversation toward transformation — recognizing that the convergence of AI, cyber threats, regulatory expansion, and global instability is fundamentally reshaping how organizations govern risk.
What to Expect:
- Visionary Keynotes from national security leaders, regulators, and industry pioneers
- Executive Panels & Fireside Chats on emerging cyber law, AI governance, and enterprise risk
- Mock Trials & Live Case Studies simulating real-world cyber incidents and legal response
- AI & Cyber Convergence Tracks exploring liability, compliance, and operational risk
- Insurance & Risk Transfer Deep Dives (cyber insurance, underwriting, claims trends)
- Public-Private Collaboration Dialogues on national resilience and critical infrastructure
- Lightning Talks & Innovation Spotlights featuring cutting-edge ideas and research
- High-Value Networking with Industry Leaders, CISOs, General Counsel, regulators, policymakers, and academics
Whether you are:
- A legal professional navigating rapidly evolving cyber regulations
- A CISO or security leader managing enterprise and AI-driven risk
- A board member or executive responsible for governance and oversight
- An insurance or risk professional assessing cyber exposure and liability
…the Symposium delivers practical insight, strategic foresight, and actionable frameworks to help you lead with confidence in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
What makes the USD Symposium unique is its ability to bridge disciplines:
Law ↔ Technology
Policy ↔ Practice
Academia ↔ Industry
This creates an environment where real solutions emerge, not just discussion.
Continuing Legal Education:
Legal professionals may earn up to 7.0 MCLE credits, satisfying California BAR requirements while gaining cutting-edge knowledge in cyber law and risk.
Join us on Thursday, November 12, 2026, in beautiful San Diego for a day of insight, connection, and leadership at the forefront of cybersecurity, law, and risk.
Register early for a 15% discount to secure your place at one of the nation’s most impactful cyber law gatherings!
The Symposium is an in-person event in accordance with all safety protocols required by the University, local, state and federal laws. For more information, please contact: CyberCenter@sandiego.edu or call: (619) 260-4564.
USD Student Discount
We are offering a $45 student and alumni rate for current students, prospective students, and anyone with an .edu email address.
We look forward to seeing you at USD on Thursday, November 12th, 2026, at 8:00 am!