The USD Cyber Law & Risk Symposium is the annual flagship gathering of professionals at the forefront of cybersecurity, legal risk, governance, compliance and innovation. Now in its 7th year, this highly anticipated event continues to unite legal, business, tech, academic, insurance and public sector leaders from across the country for a full day of meaningful engagement, expert insight and interdisciplinary collaboration. In the spirit of our 2025 theme, Rising Tides, we embrace the belief that rising tides lift all boats — that by advancing knowledge, collaboration and resilience, we elevate and unite our cybersecurity community.
What to Expect
Whether you’re a legal professional looking to deepen your technical understanding or a cybersecurity leader navigating complex regulatory obligations, this Symposium is crafted to offer tangible value, professional development, and strategic foresight.
Hosted by the University of San Diego’s Center for Cybersecurity Engineering and Technology, the Symposium offers a unique experience that bridges technical and legal domains — providing attendees with a deeper understanding of both the challenges and solutions shaping the future of cybersecurity.
The University of San Diego, renowned for its excellence in legal education, is proud to host this symposium, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing our cybersecurity leaders. Mark your calendars for Thursday, November 6, 2025, and join us in beautiful San Diego for a day filled with unparalleled learning and networking opportunities.
Legal professionals can earn 6.5 MCLE credits at check-in, fulfilling BAR requirements and enhancing your professional credentials. Register now and secure your spot at the USD Cyber Law & Risk Symposium.
Symposium Agenda:
- High Tides and Hard Lines: Navigating Geopolitics and Cyber Law in a Shifting World”.
- Sailing through the U.S. 2025 federal and state regulatory waters and what waves are on the Horizon.
- Shark Tank: Defending against the machine.
- Scaling the Food Chain: Software Supply Chain Compliance.
- Challenger Deep: Securing Against Shadow AI.
- Sonar Blind: Are We Missing the Signals of an Underwater Cyber Cold War?
- The Cyber Coverage Compass: Charting the Right Course with your Cyber Insurance.
- Riding the Rogue Wave: Lessons from an Insider Threat.
- Rising Tides Lift All Boats: Debating Our Cyber Future.
Facing cyber threats can feel overwhelming—yet together, a rising tide lifts all boats.
Who Should Attend:
- CISOs and Security Professionals
- In-House Counsel
- Board Members
- Cyber Attorneys
- Insurance Industry Leaders
- Executives
- Consultants
- Policy Makers
- Academia
- Hybrid Professionals
Seats are limited, register you and your team today!
The registration fee for the USD Cyber Law & Risk Symposium is $195. Registration includes symposium printed materials, continental breakfast, lunch buffet, and cocktail reception, sponsored by KPMG. A USD Certificate of participation, 6.5 MCLE hours are also available for BAR requirements.
The Symposium is an in-person event in accordance with all safety protocols required by the University, local, state and federal laws. For more information, please contact: [email protected] or call: (619) 260-4564.
USD Student Discount
We are offering a $45 student and alumni rate for current students, prospective students and anyone with an .edu email address. Our discount code to receive the $150 discount is: CLR25150S | Symposium registration link: STUDENT DISCOUNT
We look forward to seeing you at USD Thursday, November 6th, 2025 at 8:00 am!
