Step into the CSO Conference & Awards, where cybersecurity leaders gather to tackle today’s toughest challenges and shape the future of the industry. Our agenda is packed with high-impact sessions, including Navigating Through Uncertainty: Staying Alert and Staying Sane, where top CISOs share strategies for managing shifting regulations, third-party risks, and rapidly evolving technologies, and What’s On Your Agenda, an interactive, attendee-driven session where you decide the conversation. Between sessions, you’ll build meaningful connections with peers and industry leaders, gaining insights and relationships that last long after the conference ends. This is the place to learn, connect, and be inspired.
What Your Pass Includes
Your 3-day pass gives you:
Matthew Orbino is a highly accomplished cybersecurity strategist with over 15 years of experience within cybersecurity. As the Deputy CISO of Gates, he is at the forefront of safeguarding critical infrastructure, as well as empowering his team to excel in combatting emerging cyber threats. His work has been instrumental in both mitigating risks for companies and shaping successful engineering and incident response teams. Recognized for innovative problem-solving, Matthew has fostered a culture of cybersecurity excellence, driving measurable improvements in team performance and resilience. Passionate about bridging the gap between technology and user education, Matthew is committed to bringing “Security as a Service” to his organization to streamline processes, minimize disruptions, and ensure seamless, user-friendly interactions with security systems. When not analyzing vulnerabilities or discussing the latest trends in cybersecurity, he enjoys spending time in the mountains with his two Labrador retrievers, mentoring aspiring cybersecurity professionals, and writing about the future of digital security.
























Engage in sessions led by top security leaders that explore critical topics such as communicating effectively with boards and CEOs, structuring high-performing security teams, and adapting to new federal and state regulations that affect organizations.
Participate in thought-provoking panel discussions featuring renowned cybersecurity experts as they address the most urgent challenges and trends in the enterprise information security landscape.
Learn cutting-edge security strategies in quick 5-minute segments that deliver the knowledge you need to tackle today’s most advanced cyber threats. Each session is packed with practical security tips you can put into action immediately.
Explore our digital poster program for a behind-the-scenes look at award-winning cybersecurity projects that can spark innovative approaches to protecting your organization.


