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The NICE Conference, hosted by Florida International University (FIU) and New America, unites community members and thought leaders from education, government, industry, and non-profits. Its purpose is to explore strategies for cultivating a skilled cybersecurity workforce capable of addressing future challenges. This event offers a valuable opportunity to share best practices from around the world and various sectors, aiding us in building the workforce necessary to combat current and upcoming cybersecurity threats.
This year’s conference will take place on June 1-4, 2025 at the Marriott Tech Center in Denver, Colorado, and is aptly themed “Climbing Higher: Educating & Sustaining a Resilient Cybersecurity Workforce” highlights the urgency of strengthening and expanding the cybersecurity workforce. By collaborating with key partners, we aim to tackle current challenges and ensure a secure future.
As a lead up to the 2025 NICE Conference, we are excited to announce our Local Stakeholders’ Engagement Event (LSEE) taking place on March 7, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. MT. This event will be held at the Kevin W. O’Neil Cybersecurity Education & Research Center in partnership with the University of Colorado Colorado Springs and Katzy.
LSEE Event Description
The theme of this year’s LSEE is “Securing the Melting Pot: Harnessing Colorado’s Diverse Communities to Build a Resilient Cybersecurity Workforce Ecosystem.” We will host a panel of experts who will explore strategies for harnessing Colorado’s diverse communities to build a resilient, collaborative, and inclusive cybersecurity workforce. The discussion will focus on statewide, regional, and local opportunities pertaining to cybersecurity workforce resilience and scaling.
March 7, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., MT
Kevin W. O’Neil Cybersecurity Education & Research Center | 3650 N Nevada Ave.
Register Now - NICE Local Stakeholders’ Engagement Event
- Free parking is available in the main lot at the front side of the building adjacent to Nevada avenue. There is overflow parking available in the rear of the building if necessary.
- Space is limited, so we encourage you to register today to secure your place! For those who cannot attend in person, the panel will be live-streamed.
- Join our monthly networking event for IT and cyber professionals to explore local information and cybersecurity developments, connect with peers, discover resources, and enjoy Cybersecurity First Friday from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM after the panel! Follow the link to register.
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Traveling? Check out these nearby hotel recommendations:
The Antlers, A Wyndham Hotel
4 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Garden of the Gods Resort & Club
3320 Mesa Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Colorado Springs Central, an IHG Hotel
105 N Spruce St, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Colorado Springs Marriott
5580 Tech Center Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs/Garden of the Gods
503 Garden of the Gods Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
