SheLeadsTech

Welcome to Leading Tech: Securing What Comes Next: Shaping the Future of Cybersecurity & IT Audit, a SheLeadsTech event. This premier Washington, D.C. conference brings together cybersecurity and IT audit leaders to explore how to navigate uncertainty, drive innovation, and build resilient organizations. Join us for dynamic sessions led by an exceptional lineup of female speakers, connect with industry leaders and peers, and gain practical insights to lead with confidence in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. 

This event offers: 

  • Dynamic Sessions: Explore strategies for managing cyber risk, embracing emerging technologies, and leading through change. 
  • In-Person Networking: Build meaningful connections with cybersecurity and IT audit leaders, practitioners, students, and allies. 
  • Professional Development: Gain actionable insights, strengthen your leadership capabilities, and earn 7 CPE credits. 

Intended Audience: Cybersecurity and IT audit professionals, students, auditors, CISOs, business and government leaders.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Consider becoming a sponsor of this conference!  There are several sponsorship tiers available, each of which include numerous benefits.  Click the link below to learn more about conference sponsorships.

Location Sponsor

Thank you to Carahsoft for providing the location for this event

Carahsoft

GWDC Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the GWDC and its members.

UVA McIntire School of Business

Platinum Sponsor

Kearney & Company

Gold Sponsor

Sikich

Gold Sponsor

Cyera

Gold Sponsor

KPMG

Gold Sponsor

Event Partners

This event is presented in partnership with the following organizations:

ISSA NOVA

Silver Partner

TheCyberGuild

Silver Partner

WiCyS Mid-Atlantic Affiliate

Silver Partner

Women's Society of CyberJutsu

Silver Partner

Women in Defense

Bronze Partner

Countdown to the Event

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November 6, 2026 5:00 PM