All 2026 Conference Sessions

Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2026 dives deep into key topics for cybersecurity leaders around AI, leadership, cloud security and more to help you address your organization’s mission-critical challenges.

2026 Conference Theme

This year’s conference theme is: Smarter, Faster, Stronger … Together.

In an environment characterized by tariffs, global instability, regulations, an expanding threat landscape and AI, the cybersecurity community must gain and share insight faster. Together, we are smarter and stronger. 

Explore our conference sessions below, all developed with this theme and top mission critical priorities in mind.
Find Conference Sessions

There are more than 100 sessions throughout the event. Filter to see sessions that align with your role and interests. After registering for the conference, craft your agenda and book priority sessions — all through Conference Navigator.

Show Filters

Filter Sessions Cancel
Clear All See 8 Sessions No Results
Showing 8 Sessions
Clear All
Tuesday, 04 August, 2026

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM BRT

Roundtable: Identity Is the New Perimeter: Plan Now for the Future of IAM in Agentic AI Era
Marcos Berlinsky, Sr Executive Partner, Domains, Gartner
David Serralheiro, Executive Partner, Gartner
With the advancement of AI agents and new digital identities, traditional perimeter-based security is no longer sufficient. This session discusses the transforming landscape of identity and access management, emerging challenges and practical strategies to prepare IAM for a future where identity is the main defense. Share your insights on adapting IAM to support zero trust, automation and AI-driven decision making. ... Show More Show Less

12:30 PM - 01:15 PM BRT

Roundtable: CISO’s Role in AI Governance — Do We Need a Radical Shift to Secure AI?
Eduardo Wolski, Executive Partner, Domains, Gartner
Pedro Fogolin, Executive Partner, Gartner
As AI adoption accelerates, CISOs have taken a central role in AI governance, risk management and ethical oversight. Join this roundtable to debate whether current security frameworks are sufficient or if a radical shift is needed to address AI’s unique risks. Explore real-world examples, governance models and strategies to lead the secure and responsible adoption of AI technologies. ... Show More Show Less

02:30 PM - 03:15 PM BRT

Roundtable: Breaking Silos: Navigating Internal Alliances to Secure AI Innovation
Giovanni Pengue Filho, Executive Partner, Gartner
Nei Silverio, VP, Executive Partner, Gartner
AI innovation demands alignment among IT, security, business and compliance areas. In this roundtable, we will discuss strategies to break organizational silos, foster internal alliances and create a collaborative environment where security is embedded in AI initiatives from the start. Gain insights on overcoming resistance, building trust and ensuring AI projects move forward securely and efficiently. ... Show More Show Less

04:00 PM - 04:45 PM BRT

CISO Circle Roundtable: From Prevention to Resilience: How Do We Shift Cybersecurity’s Mindset?
Paulo Pagliusi, Executive Partner, Domains, Gartner
Bruno Rebello, Executive Partner, Gartner
The increasing sophistication of cyberthreats shows that prevention alone is no longer enough. This roundtable highlights how CISOs can lead their organizations in transitioning from a purely preventive approach to one focused on resilience, rapid recovery, and business continuity. Share your strategies, frameworks, and cultural changes needed to embed resilience at the core of cybersecurity programs. ... Show More Show Less
Wednesday, 05 August, 2026

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM BRT

Roundtable: GenAI Breaks Traditional Cybersecurity Awareness - What's Now?
Pedro Fogolin, Executive Partner, Gartner
Bruno Rebello, Executive Partner, Gartner
Generative AI is changing the threat landscape and challenging traditional cybersecurity awareness programs. In this roundtable, explore how GenAI impacts user behavior, the emergence of new attack vectors and why old training methods may be obsolete. Share your ideas and gain insights on how to create next-generation awareness programs that address the realities of AI-driven threats and empower employees as the first line of defense. ... Show More Show Less

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM BRT

CISO Circle Roundtable: Combating Fraud: What is the Role and Challenges for CISOs
Nandor Feher, Executive Partner, Domains, Gartner
Luciano Dominicis, Sr Executive Partner, Domains, Gartner
Fraud schemes are becoming increasingly sophisticated, leveraging new technologies and exploiting human vulnerabilities. In this CISO circle roundtable, share with your peers your role in combating fraud, the main challenges faced and the tools and strategies needed to stay ahead of attackers. Real cases and collaborative approaches will help organizations strengthen their fraud prevention and response capabilities. ... Show More Show Less

02:00 PM - 02:45 PM BRT

Roundtable: Women in Cybersecurity – Leadership, Inspiration and Impact
Nayara Sangiorgio, Principal Analyst, Gartner
Katia Ceará, VP, Team Manager, Gartner
Join this roundtable to hear inspiring stories from women in cybersecurity. We will discuss how to attract, retain, and promote women in the field, address barriers to inclusion, and highlight the importance of diverse perspectives in building resilient security teams. Everyone is welcome to join and contribute to this important conversation! ... Show More Show Less

03:45 PM - 04:30 PM BRT

Roundtable: Beyond Risk Assessments: Building an Effective Third-Party Cyber-Risk Management
David Serralheiro, Executive Partner, Gartner
Paulo Pagliusi, Executive Partner, Domains, Gartner
As third-party ecosystems expand, organizations face increasing challenges in identifying, assessing and managing cyber risks introduced by vendors and partners. This roundtable explores how to go beyond traditional risk assessments, implement continuous monitoring and build a comprehensive third-party risk management program aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Share your best practices and lessons learned. ... Show More Show Less

... Show More Show Less
Items per page: 1 – 9 of 8 Items
1 of 0 Pages

Sorry, no sessions match your criteria. Please refine your filters to display sessions.

“With high-quality content and renowned experts, it provided practical insights on cybersecurity, governance, and risk management. The organization was impeccable and the networking was enriching.”

Tharcisio Mendonça
CISO, Fiocruz

Discover what it’s like to experience #GartnerSEC

Learn more about Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2026

Get our latest conference schedules, updates and insights sent straight to your inbox.

By clicking the "Continue" button, you are agreeing to the Gartner Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Contact Information

All fields are required.

      By clicking the "Submit" button, you are agreeing to the Gartner Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

      Back