As maritime threats evolve—from cyberattacks on operational technology to physical incursions in port environments—the line between digital and physical risk is blurring at unprecedented speed.
The Second Annual Maritime Security & Cybersecurity Briefing convenes top federal agencies and regional leaders to address the urgent need for integrated, future-ready defense strategies across ports, harbors, marinas, and maritime supply chains. This executive-level hybrid event will uncover real-world threats, high-priority gaps, and commercial opportunities for those seeking to protect and modernize maritime infrastructure.
Whether you’re a maritime operator, tech innovator, defense contractor, or government security leader—this is your opportunity to engage directly with the agencies and stakeholders shaping the maritime security landscape.
Featured Speakers & Agencies
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FBI San Diego: Cyber & counterintelligence threat briefing
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NAVWAR & U.S. Coast Guard: Operational insights on system-level vulnerabilities
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Port of San Diego & Port of Long Beach: Regional challenges & innovation needs
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Defense Innovation Unit (DIU): Future of dual-use tech in MDA and cybersecurity
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CalOES: California’s threat-readiness and resilience strategy
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Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE): Resources for cyber defense and resilience
Key Themes to Be Explored
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Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA)
Discover where critical gaps lie in port and harbor defense—and how commercial tech can close them. -
Cyber-Physical Convergence
Understand how vulnerabilities in Operational Technology (OT) now directly translate into physical consequences—and what solutions are needed now. -
Nation-State & Counterintelligence Threats
Hear the latest intelligence on state-backed tactics targeting the maritime sector—plus how private sector companies can better detect, defend, and respond. -
AI, Data Fusion, and Real-Time Awareness
Explore how next-gen MDA systems, predictive intelligence, and dual-use sensors are revolutionizing maritime situational awareness. -
Commercial Entry Points
Where and how COTS, startups, and dual-use technologies are in high demand—from autonomous systems and drones to secure communications and data infrastructure.
Who Should Attend
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Companies seeking to enter or expand in the defense or maritime security market
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Technology providers with COTS, dual-use, or cybersecurity solutions
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Public-sector leaders driving port security, emergency response, and infrastructure resilience
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Investors, integrators, and R&D partners looking for early-stage collaboration opportunities
Agenda Highlights
8:00 – 8:20: Arrival & Networking
8:20 – 8:30: Welcome Remarks
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Sergey Chekov, Deputy Director of Strategic Partnerships and Membership Engagement, TMA BlueTech
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Andy Haass, Co-Chairman, CCOE and Principal, Booz Allen Hamilton
8:30 – 10:00: “MDA in a Time of Rapid Change: Gaps, Opportunities, and the Next Wave of Collaboration” Featuring:
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Jon Marcus, VP of Sales and Custom Solutions, NORBIT (Moderator)
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Newt McKissick, Maritime Portfolio Director, Defense Innovation Unit
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Chris Anderson, Port Security Manager, San Diego Unified Port District
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Bridgett Lewis, Manager of Homeland Security, Port of Long Beach
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Brad Hepburn, Homeland Security Maritime, CalOES
10:00 – 10:30: Networking Break
10:30 – 12:00: Cybersecurity Briefing for the Maritime Sector
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Andy Haass, Co-Chairman, CCOE and Principal, Booz Allen Hamilton (Moderator)
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David Tomasz, Intelligence Analyst, FBI San Diego
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Mark Compton, CISO, NAVWAR
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Billy Marsh, CISO, Port of San Diego
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Buzz Montoro, Cybersecurity Specialist, USCG
12:00 – 1:00: Sponsored Networking Lunch
1:00: Depart
Registration Required
Seats are limited for in-person attendance at the Port of San Diego Administration Building. Virtual participation is also available.
RSVP now to secure your spot and shape the future of maritime security innovation.
Date/Time/Location
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June 11, 2025
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8:00AM-1:00PM
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Port of San Diego Administration Building (3165 Pacific Highway San Diego, CA 92101)
