The Intersection of AI Adoption & Cyber Readiness

The IEEE Chicago Section is pleased to share the upcoming GCSI CIOTManuSec 2026 Conference, taking place on Thursday, November 19, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois.

Organized by the Global Cyber Security Initiative (GCSI) in collaboration with Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) and the Pan Asian American Business Council (PAABC), this conference brings together senior executives, CISOs, cybersecurity professionals, researchers, and technology leaders to explore emerging challenges and opportunities in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and operational technology.

The conference provides an opportunity for professionals and students to gain industry insights, engage with cybersecurity leaders, and build connections across the technology community.

Conference Highlights

• AI Adoption & Cyber Readiness: Explore how organizations can adopt AI while strengthening cybersecurity resilience.

• Critical Infrastructure Security: Hear from industry experts on protecting essential services and systems against evolving cyber threats.

• Operational Technology (OT) Security: Learn about cybersecurity challenges affecting industrial and operational environments.

• Manufacturing Cybersecurity: Understand emerging threats, risk management strategies, and security priorities in manufacturing.

• CISO & Executive Panels: Gain perspectives from cybersecurity executives and industry leaders.

• Professional Networking: Connect with technology professionals, researchers, industry experts, and cybersecurity leaders.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
Time: 8:45 AM – 6:00 PM CST
Venue: IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law
Address: 565 W. Adams Street, Chicago, IL 60661

Special IEEE Member Discount

IEEE Chicago Section members are invited to participate in this conference and take advantage of a special registration discount.

IEEE Discount Code: IEEE2026

Use this code during registration to receive the applicable IEEE member discount.

Registration & More Information

Conference Website: https://gcsichicago.org/

Conference Agenda: https://gcsichicago.org/gcsi-ciomansec-2025/

We encourage IEEE members, students, researchers, engineers, and industry professionals interested in AI, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure to join this event and connect with the broader technology community.

IIT Chicago Kent College of Law

Chicago, IL