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In-Person April Chapter Meeting

Date and Time

Thursday, April 16, 2026, 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM

Location

Capital One
1680 Capital One Drive, C2:100A
McLean, VA  22102
USA
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Event Contact(s)

Ryan J Bellack

Category

Chapter Meetings

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About this event

Securing the AI Frontier | ISC2 Northern Virginia Chapter

Securing the AI Frontier

From Cloud Infrastructure to Mission Execution

Thursday, April 16th • 6:00 PM

Securing the AI Frontier: From Cloud Infrastructure to Mission Execution

Join ISC2 Northern Virginia Chapter for an expert panel discussion exploring the critical intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Cloud Security in mission-critical environments.

This is not a high-level overview — our panel will dive deep into the architectural realities and security guardrails required to deploy AI safely within complex environments.

Event Agenda

Location: 1680 Capital One Drive, Building C2: Room 100A, McLean, VA 22102

  • 6:00 – 6:30 PM: Check-in and Networking (Food provided – first come, first served)
  • 6:30 – 8:00 PM: Chapter Meeting & Panel Discussion
  • 8:00 PM onward: Post-Event Social at The Perch

Key Discussion Points

  • The Shared Responsibility Model in the AI Era: How the lines blur when dealing with LLMs and sensitive mission data.
  • Securing the Pipeline: Practical strategies for protecting data ingestion, model training, and inference at scale.
  • AI-on-AI Defense: Utilizing machine learning to detect adversarial attacks and prompt injections in real-time.
  • Compliance & Governance: Navigating the evolving regulatory landscape for AI within government and enterprise frameworks.

Moderator

Joe Sangiuliano
Moderator
Joe Sangiuliano
Regional Vice President, Public Sector @ Next Generation Security by Palo Alto Networks

Joe Sangiuliano's 25+ year career has been defined by a commitment to modernizing the public sector. As the Regional Vice President, Public Sector at Next Generation Security by Palo Alto Networks, he brings a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing government IT. His expertise was honed during nearly a decade at Red Hat, where he rose to become the Vice President of BD, Capture, and partner sales. He was instrumental in building a robust ecosystem that combined secure open-source technology with top-tier partner solutions. This work included leading teams that delivered new cloud/container platforms, digital transformation services, and DevSecOps tools, helping the Civilian and Intelligence communities adapt to the digital age. Earlier in his career, Joe was focused on the foundational work of implementing new IP networks and data center modernizations, creating a comprehensive background from the ground up to the cloud.

Featured Panelists

Matt Wilson
Matt Wilson
AI Security Technical GTM Leader, Public Sector @ Palo Alto Networks

Matt Wilson leads United States and Canadian public sector AI security technical engagement for Palo Alto Networks. In this role, he focuses on implementing AI Security by Design principles and controls, advising government leaders on secure AI adoption, and is an expert on the Prisma AIRS platform. Passionate about emerging technology, Matt helps leaders harness the power of AI/ML without sacrificing trust or security. In addition to his role with Palo Alto Networks, Matt is a Cyber Warfare Officer in the Virginia Army National Guard where he leads a critical infrastructure Defensive Cyber Operations team. Matt is also an active member of the Military Cyber Professionals Association (MCPA) and the Advanced Technology Academic Research Center (ATARC) working group on Agentic AI. Matt holds a degree in Security & Risk Analysis from Penn State University.

Chima Onukwuru
Chima Onukwuru
Domain Consultant @ Palo Alto Networks

Chima Onukwuru is a results-oriented sales and technology professional currently serving as a Domain Consultant at Palo Alto Networks. He specializes in helping large-scale enterprises navigate complex digital transformations through industry-leading cybersecurity architectures. Known for his collaborative approach and deep technical acumen, Chima is focused on driving cloud adoption and delivering customer-centric solutions. He is recognized for his ability to align sophisticated security portfolios with the high-level business objectives of global organizations. Chima earned a Master of Professional Studies, Homeland Security, Cyber Threat Analytics and Prevention (CTAP) from Penn State University.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from industry leaders and network with fellow cybersecurity professionals.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Thursday, April 16th, 2026 • 1680 Capital One Drive, Building C2: Room 100A, McLean VA