Why attend?
With increasing connectivity across various sectors driving improved outcomes, understanding the implications and best practices for securing these connections is crucial. Our expert speakers will delve into the current threat landscape, explore how public sector organisations are securing their environments, and discuss strategies for future-proofing your systems.
What to expect
- Collaborate with Peers: Engage in meaningful discussions with fellow professionals.
- Share Your Views: Exchange ideas on risk, impact, and operating models.
- Equip Yourself: Gain the knowledge needed to navigate the evolving cyber landscape.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your cyber security expertise and network with industry leaders. See you in Manchester!
What the day will look like
09:30 AM: Arrival at Crowne Plaza
- Enjoy light refreshments and take a moment to network with fellow attendees.
10:00 AM: Welcome Address
- Paul Fleming, Softcat’s Advisory Lead for the Public Sector, will kick off the day with a warm welcome and an overview of the event.
10:15 AM: Securing the Connected Place with Cisco
- Discover how cyber security can be a powerful enabler for achieving impactful outcomes in connected environments.
- Discussing the future of SOC.
11:00 AM: Tackling Cyber Security Challenges with Microsoft
- Learn about strategies to meet cyber security threats head-on, especially within the financially constrained public sector.
11:45 AM: Lunch Break
- Take a break and enjoy a delicious lunch while mingling with other participants.
12:30 PM: Transitioning to the cloud with Zscaler
- Exploring the movement to cloud from on-premises solutions, reducing VDI environments and consolidating tools.
01:15 PM: Q&A Session
- Engage in an interactive Q&A session to clarify any doubts and gain deeper insights from the experts.
02:00 PM: Session Close and Networking Drinks
- Wrap up the day with some relaxed networking over drinks, building connections and discussing the day’s learnings.
Event details
When
Tuesday 17 June 2025, 09:30
Where
Crowne Plaza, 70 Shudehill Manchester, M4 4AF United Kingdom
Contact
events@softcat.com
Registration deadline
Tuesday 10 June 2025, 18:00 GMT
Speakers
Paul Fleming
Advisory Lead - Public Sector, OCTO, Softcat
Abi Dakin
GRC Lead - Cyber Services, Softcat
Scott Manson
Cyber Security Sales Director, UKI, Cisco
Mike Culshaw
Solutions Engineer- Public Sector, Zscaler
Jon Burt
Head of Enterprise Architecture at Manchester City Council
Kieron Sykes
Technical Specialist - Security & Compliance at Microsoft
Paul D'Cruz
Cyber Security Solutions Director at Microsoft
Radhika Rangaraju
Chief Strategist - Public Sector