Join us for the 11th
Security BSides CT
Saturday, Sept. 20th, 2025
Sacred Heart University (West Campus)3135 Easton Turnpike
Fairfield, CT 06825
A conference for the Connecticut information security (infosec) community, run by the Connecticut infosec community!
The Security BSides community began in 2009 so more talented security professionals could share their insights. BSides CT hosts an annual event open to all people interested in cybersecurity from students to professionals.
See security differently
with BSides...
The annual BSides CT event is a place for the community to share ideas and learn with:
- Insightful discussions: Formal and informal networking and educational opportunities
- Practical demonstrations: Hands-on activities, like our annual Capture the Flag (CTF) and workshops
- Interactive sessions: Talks covering latest trends and ongoing events that shape the future of infosec
What's BSides?
Security BSides started in 2009 when some talented speakers couldn't fit into a major conference. So, they decided to make room for them. The goal of a BSides is to break down the typical barriers of conferences, allowing for more speakers, more topics, and more events. Since 2009 every state, and every country has held a Security BSides event, with many states holding more than one per year!
Join the Revolution
Submit a Talk or Workshop
WHO SHOULD SUBMIT?
For BSides Connecticut, we focus on two main tracks that cover all aspects of information security.
Anyone can submit a talk. Unsure about submitting? Take the leap! Previous talks covered topics like:
- Fuzzing LLMs
- Reverse engineering consumer drones
- Getting started with cyber threat exposure management (CTEM)
- Applying artificial intelligence (AI) to security
If you're skilled in something, just starting out, or want to share your experiences, we want to hear from you.
Time, time, time...
Talks should be 35-40 minutes long, leaving time for questions and discussions.
Lightning Talks should be about 15 minutes, plus 5 minutes for questions.
What and how to submit
The best talks have something the audience can use right away. Whether that's a practical action, a script, a methodology, a command - something of value that participants can use in their day-to-day life. That's what we're looking for.
Here's what makes a good submission:
- Outline: The more detail, the better.
- Previous experience:
- If you’re new to presenting, that’s ok! We’re open and welcoming.
- If you’ve given the talk before, tell us when and where.
- Bio: Who are you? What’s your experience? If your company logo is on the slides, let us know why.
- Additional files or documents: Send along any white papers, proof of concept, code, or other supporting materials.
Whether that's a practical action, a script, a methodology, a command - something of value that participants can use in their day-to-day life. That's what we're looking for.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
What you will need on the day of the event:
- Your own device
- Any slide decks
- Any adapters you might have
About Workshops
Workshops are hands-on in-person learning experiences that are anywhere between 2 to 4 hours long.
We accept various information security topics. Some examples of past workshops include:
- Technical: Using MITRE ATT&CK for threat modeling, DevSecOps and securing the software development life cycle
- Business-oriented: career coaching, resume writing, headshots
- Infosec adjacent: physical security
Sponsor us!
Organizations should sponsor BSides CT 2025 to engage directly with cybersecurity professionals and decision-makers in an intimate, community-driven setting!
This sponsorship offers a unique opportunity to enhance brand visibility, establish thought leadership, and showcase products and services to a diverse audience of security experts, practitioners, and students.
By supporting this grassroots event, companies demonstrate their commitment to advancing the field and nurturing local talent, while also staying at the forefront of emerging trends in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Who We Are
BSides Connecticut started in 2011 with an all-volunteer crew. As more people learn about us, we've grown ever larger in size and scope. BSides events are about sharing and learning from each other. They're a platform for security experts and professionals to share ideas and make lasting connections. Each BSides event, including ours, is driven by the community. The idea is to take the conversation beyond the usual conference setting and encourage collaboration. It's a chance for participants to share their knowledge and learn from each other.
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