2026 Government Security Forum

Matt Bromiley is a Lead Solutions Engineer at LimaCharlie and SANS Certified Instructor. He serves as a GIAC Advisory Board member, a SME for the SANS Security Awareness, and a technical writer for the SANS Analyst Program.

Rob T. Lee is Chief AI Officer and Chief of Research at SANS Institute, where he leads research, mentors faculty, and helps cybersecurity teams and executive leaders prepare for AI and emerging threats.

Chris Cochran is a Marine Corps veteran, cybersecurity leader, and strategist with deep expertise in threat intelligence, security operations, emerging technology, and executive leadership.

Dean Parsons, CEO of ICS Defense Force, teaches ICS515 and co-authors ICS418, emphasizing ICS-specific detection, incident response, and security programs that support OT operations—aligning practitioners and leaders on clear, defensible action.

Ismael is a Senior SANS Instructor and Arctic Wolf VP. Author of SEC530 and a prestigious GSE-certified expert, he blends decades of SOC, threat research, and community contributions to equip defenders with resilient, adversary-aware strategies.

With more than 25 years of experience across security, infrastructure, and program leadership, Jonathan brings practical real-world insight to vulnerability management leadership and training.