
About the Event
There are 16 critical infrastructure sectors whose assets, systems, and networks, whether physical or virtual, are considered so vital to the United States that their incapacitation or destruction would have a debilitating effect on security, national economic security, national public health or safety.Presidential Policy Directive 21 (PPD-21): Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience advances a national […]
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Critical Infrastructure Protection and Resilience North America gives you a great opportunity to meet key decision makers and influencers, share experiences, network with industry peers and discover the latest technologies and solutions for securing your assets.
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Conference Agenda
Top quality speakers covering the hot topics of todayNetworking Coffee Break in the Expo Hall, sponsored by Axis Communications
CI Interdependencies and Cascading Effects in Community Situational Awareness
It is the interoperability between independent critical national infrastructures that is the catalyst for multiple failures in the so called cascade effect. As more infrastructure becomes increasingly interdependent, how do we identify the weaknesses to enhance resilience across industries to prevent and/or mitigate the effects of a natural disaster or man-made attack? How should the […]
Networking Reception in the Expo Hall
The ever changing nature of threats, whether natural, through climate change, or man-made through terrorism activities and insider threats, and coupled together with the latest challenges with cyber attacks from many directions, creates the need to continually review and update policies, practices and technologies to meet these growing demands. But what are those emerging threats, […]
California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)
Cybersecurity Regulations, Best Practice and Minimum Standards
As the threat of cyber-attacks by state actors grows ever higher and attacks by criminals and malicious rogue players continues unabated the need to put in place robust legislation and standards and best practice becomes all the more urgent. What is the latest on the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act and developing regulations […]
Networking Coffee Break in the Expo Hall, sponsored by Axis Communications
Communications is key to any community and its infrastructure assets has become increasingly threatened. Without communications, business will be lost, and any emergency coordination would be a disaster. The internet has become a vital part of communications for all. Protection of communication assets and their resilience is vital for businesses, government and all sectors of […]
Pipelines and associated land-based infrastructure along the chain are vulnerable to technical or human failures, natural disasters, cyber-attacks, terrorist threats and other emerging risks, as well as from geopolitical disputes. Disruptions along single transport routes can threaten the uninterrupted supply across the broader network. Protecting oil and gas assets and improving resilience while meeting operational […]
Delegate Lunch in the Expo Hall Delegate Restaurant
Power & Energy (Grid Resiliency) Sector Symposium
The energy sector has become the most critical of sectors. Without power, driven by oil, gas and renewable energies, all other CI stops. Recent cyber attacks on the energy sector, as well as natural hazards, from hurricanes in the Gulf to fires in California, gives much room for thought on how we best protect our […]
The movement of goods and people is vital to a local and national thriving economy. Without a safe, secure and resilient transport network, an economy will crumble. The transport network, from rail, road, air and sea, is at threat from cyber attacks, terrorist threats and natural hazards and its protection and resilience is key for […]
Networking Coffee Break in the Expo Hall, sponsored by Axis Communications
Information Technology (CIIP) / Cybersecurity Symposium
Securing the digital infrastructure. Information technology is responsible for such a large portion of our workforce, business operations and access to information and data, Critical Information Infrastructure Protection (CIIP) through cybersecurity and network security, is vital to protect information assets. Recent ransomware attacks and other threats, such as Malware, Stuxnet, etc and the continued cyber […]
Critical Industries Sector Symposium
Critical Industries security practices are frequently integrated across industry (especially with increasingly converging physical and cyber technologies), they can be organized into four major categories: physical, cyber, personnel, and supply chain. Combining manufacturing, or other key processes, with the need for resilient logistical operations, including in IT/OT and SCADA systems, in order to ensure reliable […]
Modeling and Methodology Around Incident Mitigation & Emergency Management
Predicting how threats can impact business continuity of critical assets can be of major benefit for planning resiliency or emergency response. This affects both financial and resource planning. So what are the latest roles and assessments in modeling and methodology? What role can machine learning and AI play in building more accurate predictions and what […]
Technologies to Detect and Protect
What are some of the latest and future technologies, from ground surveillance, space based or cyber technology, to predict or detect the wide range of potential threats to CNI. How is AI being utilised in technology to enhance performance.
Networking Coffee Break in the Expo Hall, sponsored by Axis Communications
An insider threat is a perceived danger to your company that originates from individuals who work there, such as current or former employees, contractors, or business partners, who have inside knowledge of the company’s security procedures, data, and computer systems. The main objectives of malevolent insider threats are espionage, fraud, intellectual property theft, and sabotage, […]
Being prepared for the changing threat environment can benefit greatly in mitigating its impact on infrastructure and the broader community, ensuring resilience, safety and security. How to we develop and plan the best resilience strategies within our CI community? Through discpline in information sharing and making infrastructure preparedness personal, we can help to build resilience […]
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
Delegate Lunch in the Expo Hall Delegate Restaurant
Collaboration, Information Sharing and Enhancing PPPs
It is well established that information sharing and collaboration is essential for developing effective risk, resilience and emergency management planning. Information and Knowledge is key to make the right decisions to better plan to protect your assets. How do we break down the barriers to information sharing? How do we continue to build trust between […]
University of Massachusetts Lowell Applied Research Corporation, USA
Port of South Louisiana & President, Infragard Louisiana
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
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Testimonials
Darin R. Dillon, CPP
Sr. Director Energy, LenelS2 / CarrierWe exhibited at this event in 2023 and found the conference to be exceptional. We generated many Critical Infrastructure leads and we are still working through many of those leads.
Lester Millet III
Safety Agency Risk Manager, Port of South LouisianaCIPRNA delivers one of the most informative and relevant programs for critical infrastructure professionals. One of the best speaker line ups I have experienced.
Jon Carstensen
Business Development Manager - Energy/Utilities, Bosch Security and Safety SystemsThe CIPRNA conference staff at the 2023 event in Baton Rouge LA were incredible in providing both delegates and exhibitors with a valuable experience both in networking and educational tracks.
Gawain Guedry
Vice President, Business Development and Security Integrations, Thermal Imaging RadarIncredible lineup of technology and people collectively offering solutions for risk and threat mitigation.
Darin R. Dillon, CPP
Sr. Director Energy, LenelS2What a wonderful gathering of industry professionals and those seeking guidance plus solutions addressing risk reductions in their facilities. The coordination and agenda was spot on, the speakers were experienced and the vendor booths were highly informative. CIPRNA is an exceptional gathering for all in Critical Infrastructure Protection to become involved.
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Highlights from CIPRNA 2023
A great CIPRNA 2023, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, supported by Infragard Louisiana and IACIPP, saw over 300 delegates share experiences and network to collaborate on enhancing the protection and resilience of critical assets and infrastructure.
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Owner / Operators of Critical Infrastructure (CI) Delegate Pass
Early Bird Rate $195 (Standard Rate $295 from 12th February)*
Includes 3 day conference, conference proceedings, keynote, exhibition, networking reception, coffee breaks and 2 lunches.
If you work directly for a company is an owner/operator of infrastructure directly in the following sectors:
• Chemical Sector
• Commercial Facilities Sector
• Communications Sector
• Critical Manufacturing Sector
• Dams Sector
• Defense Industrial Base Sector
• Emergency Services Sector
• Energy Sector
• Financial Services Sector
• Food and Agriculture Sector
• Information Technology Sector
• Nuclear Reactors, Materials, and Waste Sector
• Transportation Systems Sector
• Water and Wastewater Systems Sector
Early Bird Rate expires 12th February 2024.
*plus sales tax
Government Agency Delegate Pass
Early Bird Rate $195 (Standard Rate $295 from 12th February)*
Includes 3 day conference, conference proceedings, keynote, exhibition, networking reception, coffee breaks and 2 lunches
If you work directly for a government department, agency, law enforcement:
• National government agencies responsible for national security and emergency/contingency planning (FEMA / DHS, etc)
• Police and Security Agencies
• Emergency Services, First Responders
• Emergency Managers and Operators
• Local Government
• Public Port Security Managers
• Public Transport Security Managers
• Public Administrators and Managers
• Public Health, Safety, and Healthcare Professionals
• Policy, Legal and Law Enforcement
• Urban Planners and County Commissioners
• NATO / Military / Border Officials
Early Bird Rate expires 12th February 2024.
*plus sales tax
Commercial, Industry and Other Organizations Delegate Pass
Early Bird Rate $495 (Standard Rate $795 from 12th February)*
Includes 3 day conference, conference proceedings, keynote, exhibition, networking reception, coffee breaks and 2 lunches
If you work for a organization or company supporting or in the supply chain to CI or agencies, such as:
• Engineers, Architects, Constructors and Landscape Designers
• Transportation Managers and Planners
• Facility, Data and IT Managers
• Supply Chain Logistic Managers and Operators
• Event Security Managers
• Architects / Civil Engineers
• OEM and Technology Providers
Early Bird Rate expires 12th February 2024.
*plus sales tax
University Researcher/Student Delegates Pass
Standard Rate $195*
Includes 3 day conference, conference proceedings, keynote, exhibition, networking reception, coffee breaks and 2 lunches
If you are a Full Time Student or Researcher/Academic from a University or Academic Research Institute.
*plus sales tax
Exhibitor / Sponsor Delegate Pass
Early Bird Rate $295 (Standard Rate $425 from 12th February)*
Includes 3 day conference, conference proceedings, keynote, exhibition, networking reception, coffee breaks and 2 lunches
If you work for a organization or company exhibiting or sponsoring the event, and wish to attend the full conference.
Early Bird Rate expires 12th February 2024.
*plus sales tax
Expo Only Visitor Pass
Expo Only Visitor Pass – $10 (On-site Registration $50)*
Access to expo only to view and meet the companies showcasing latest technologies and solutions.
Including coffee.
$10 Expo Access Pass on pre-registration.
(Ticket is Non-Refundable under any circumstances)
(International Visitors: Letter to support Visa Applications will not be issued with Expo Only Visitor Pass)
*plus sales tax
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