Event Details
October 21st – 22nd, 2026 // Chicago, Illinois
This year’s #ManuSec USA summit explores solutions to the widening array of cyber threats jeopardizing American manufactures as they increasingly embrace technological innovations. A senior delegation, comprising of manufacturing security leaders from across the country, explore policy frameworks, best practice guides, and enterprise-wide engagement strategies to establish the practical steps needed to protect their assets from cyber threats.
Benefits of Attending
- Network with 150+ cybersecurity leaders working at manufacturing companies and exchange valuable first-hand insights and advice
- Gain actionable frameworks to evaluate risks, prioritize investments, and balance protection with productivity – ensuring your security approach supports overall business goals.
- Engage in peer-to-peer conversations on how to engage frontline workers, build cross-functional teams, and shift supplier and OEM mindsets toward security-by-design.
- Learn from case studies and experts on managing remote access securely, closing manufacturing supply chain cyber gaps, and executing incident response plans that work under pressure.
- Stay ahead of automation, AI, and emerging threats. Leave with forward-looking insights and practical tools to evolve your cybersecurity program with confidence and measurable impact.
Key Themes
- Consolidated IT and OT Security: Building unified, adaptive programs that address both IT and OT environments, including legacy systems and cloud integration.
- Risk-Based Decision Making: Balancing security priorities with budget, business needs, and operational realities through actionable risk assessments.
- Human and Organizational Factors: Engaging frontline staff, bridging talent gaps, and fostering collaboration across teams and suppliers.
- Secure Connectivity and Resilience: Rethinking remote access, strengthening supply chain security, and preparing for effective incident response.
- Future-Ready Security Strategies: Adapting to automation, AI, and emerging threats while delivering practical, measurable security outcomes.
Panel Discussions
Interactive onstage conversation amongst experts, moderated by industry leaders.
Case Studies
Uncover factual cyber security lessons learnt by peers & success stories within your industry.
Networking
Expand your network through engaging ice-breakers and innovative networking sessions.
Roundtables
Sit with peers to outline possible solutions to your cyber security challenges.
CPD Certified
Gain recognition for boosting your skills with a Continued Professional Development certification.
Keynote Presentations
Senior professionals address strategic cyber security priorities onstage.
