The 2025 Rocky Mountain CyberSecurity Symposium (RMCS) is a five-day hybrid event uniting innovation, education, and collaboration to tackle today’s cyber threats. Taking place in Casper, Wyoming, RMCS offers a powerful mix of expert-led sessions, hands-on learning, and purposeful networking for professionals from across the region.
Pre-Conference (June 16–17): RMCS kicks off with Next-Level OSINT, a deep-dive workshop led by security expert Mishaal Khan. Attendees will explore advanced open-source intelligence tactics used to investigate threats, map networks, and generate actionable insights.
Main Conference (June 18–20): Hosted at Casper College, the main event features two focused tracks—Technical and Awareness—and a lineup of renowned cybersecurity leaders including Roger Grimes, John Strand, Peter Warmka, and Ben Halpert. Topics range from phishing and deception to AI threats, child online safety, and identity hijacking.
And whether you’re there to learn, network, or collect books—there’s something for everyone.
Conference highlights include:
120+ attendees from Wyoming and surrounding regions
Keynotes, breakout sessions, and extended networking lunches
A midday visit to Casper College’s Tate Museum to “Meet the Mammoth”
Free cybersecurity books for every registered attendee, with author signings
Educator perks: Earn PTSB credits at no extra cost
Conference games, including “Defend the Rockies” CTF and the Wheel of Fortune
Earn “Conference Bucks” to bid on items in the Silent Auction
And when the day wraps up?
It’s College National Finals Rodeo week in Casper—so you’ll get world-class cybersecurity by day and championship rodeo action by night.
RMCS 2025 isn’t just a conference—it’s an experience designed to educate, connect, and energize everyone from students to seasoned pros.


