Auto-ISAC invites cybersecurity professionals, researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, and subject matter experts to submit proposals for the 2027 Auto-ISAC Cybersecurity Summit taking place October 12–15, 2027 | Indianapolis, Indiana.
Bringing together leaders from across the automotive ecosystem, the Summit explores the evolving cybersecurity landscape through technical innovation, policy and regulatory developments, strategic leadership, and real-world experiences.
We welcome presentations that offer actionable insights, innovative approaches, and meaningful perspectives on the challenges shaping automotive cybersecurity.
Suggested Presentation Topics
1. AI & Emerging Technologies
AI-driven cybersecurity, emerging threats, and AI governance
Agentic AI, automation, and practical applications
Post-quantum cryptography and future security challenges
2. Automotive Product & Technical Security
Vehicle penetration testing, red teaming, and vulnerability research
Connected vehicle security, CAN bus, and Zero Trust architectures
Threat analysis, risk assessment (TARA), and vulnerability disclosure
3. Cybersecurity Policy, Legislation & Global Regulations
Emerging U.S. and international cybersecurity policies and legislation
Government initiatives, public-private collaboration, and national security priorities
EU Cyber Resilience Act, UN R155/R156, ISO/SAE 21434, and TISAX
Regulatory harmonization, compliance challenges, and implementation strategies
4. Enterprise, IT/OT & Supply Chain Security
Securing automotive manufacturing, enterprise systems, and operational technology
Software supply chain security, SBOMs, and third-party risk
Threat intelligence, information sharing, and collaborative defense
5. Cyber Resilience & Incident Response
Real-world cybersecurity incidents, case studies, and lessons learned
Crisis management, incident response, and tabletop exercises
Threat detection, mitigation, and organizational resilience
6. Cybersecurity Leadership, Governance & Strategy
Cybersecurity governance, risk management, and organizational accountability
Aligning cybersecurity strategies with business and regulatory priorities
Industry collaboration, workforce challenges, and evolving security responsibilities
We encourage submissions representing both technical and policy-oriented perspectives, including:
Technical Deep Dives: Research, demonstrations, emerging vulnerabilities, and innovative security solutions.
Policy & Regulatory Insights: Legislative developments, regulatory strategies, government perspectives, and implications for the automotive industry.
Real-World Case Studies: Practical implementations, lessons learned, and measurable outcomes.
Strategic Perspectives: Executive leadership, industry collaboration, governance, and emerging challenges.
Presentations should be educational, substantive, and relevant to the automotive cybersecurity community. Commercial or sales-focused presentations will not be considered. We also offer sponsored presentation slots for guaranteed stage time. If interested please reach out to sharmilakhadka@automotiveisac.com.
Have a compelling topic not listed above? We welcome additional proposals addressing emerging issues and opportunities across the automotive cybersecurity ecosystem.