Protecting The Digital Frontier
The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) Wyoming and Northern Colorado chapters will co-host Cyber Cheyenne 2026 on Friday, Oct. 16, at Laramie County Community College. The regional conference will bring together technology professionals, business owners, educators, students, and policymakers to discuss emerging security challenges and regional tech infrastructure.
Operating under the theme “Protecting the Digital Frontier,” the 2026 agenda focuses on the intersection of cybersecurity with artificial intelligence (AI), critical manufacturing, operational technology, and hyperscale data center growth.
“The future of cybersecurity depends on protecting the systems that power everyday digital life,” said Laura Baker, Wyoming ISSA Chapter Secretary and Executive Director of CyberWyoming. “This year’s program aims to connect IT professionals, manufacturing experts, and regional innovators to strengthen the area’s cybersecurity infrastructure and system reliability.”
Keynote Speakers and Track Topics
The conference program includes opening and closing keynotes along with three concurrent breakout tracks, including a dedicated half-day track for students and educators:
Opening Keynote: Kate Swistowicz, IT Director and CTO for Fremont County School District 25, will present on managing AI implementation and governance in K-12 education.
Closing Keynote: Financial advisor Jacob Miller will discuss strategic planning, contrasting lifestyle business models with high-growth technology ventures.
Breakout Sessions: Presentations will cover the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC 2.0) compliance, operational technology/industrial control systems (OT/ICS), small-satellite security, AI governance, enterprise onboarding protocols, and regional apprenticeship pathways across Wyoming and Colorado.
Student Programming: Interactive sessions will feature AI-integrated activities, hands-on learning tools, and a midday panel featuring past participants from CyberWyoming competition for small business programs.
Event Sponsorship and Support
Cyber Cheyenne 2026 is supported by host institution Laramie County Community College, alongside sponsors including the Better Business Bureau, ThreatLocker, DigeTekS, CyberWyoming, and the CyberWyoming Alliance.
Organizers are currently accepting additional corporate sponsors and industry partners. Registration details, full agenda schedules, and sponsorship packages are available at https://www.cybercheyenne.com/.
