What’s New in Education at ISC West 2026

By Dr. Elli Reges, Director of Learning and Development, SIA, and Nicole Miller, Conference Director, ISC Security Events on January 6, 2026 | , |
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ISC Security Events, with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), has opened registration for the 2026 ISC West—the nation’s leading converged security event. ISC West 2026 will be held March 23–27 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Each year at ISC West, the SIA Education@ISC West conference program provides critical information on the newest and most relevant technologies in the security industry. This program brings attendees all-new content on the most current business trends, technologies and developments and offers the chance to learn from experts, keep up to date and take your security to the next level.

At ISC West 2026, you can access over 120 sessions from over 280 industry experts. Here’s what’s new to this year’s conference—as well as top returning highlights:

  • New tracks: The 2026 conference program includes four brand-new education tracks. You’ll access expert insights on credentials and biometrics, data center security, perimeter security and converged security—all key, growing areas of importance and innovation in our industry.
  • Back by popular demand: This year’s conference brings back top favorites from the 2025 show—including the Security Operations Center track, a series of RSA@ISC sessions on IT for security professionals, expert-led sessions drawing on SIA’s Security Megatrends research report, the popular Active Shooter Workshop and even more tech talks for attendees.
  • New networking reception: Attendees will have access to a special networking reception at the end of the conference program on Tuesday, March 24, which will offer the opportunity to connect with fellow conferencegoers in a relaxed setting after an engaging day of learning. This reception is only open to individuals who have purchased the SIA Education@ISC Passport.
  • New artificial intelligence and education: Elevate your educational experience with Rozie.AI Synopsis—an intelligent platform that delivers real-time translations, insightful summaries, key takeaways and personalized session recommendations designed to enrich your learning and engagement.

Featured sessions topics for 2026 include:

  • The convergence of physical security and operational technology cybersecurity
  • Agentic AI and the autonomous security operations center
  • The future of biometrics in a converging security landscape
  • Zero-trust architecture at the edge
  • Data center security and protecting the backbone of global connectivity
  • The industry impact of AV1 adoption
  • How security professionals can make sense of the cloud
  • Front-line agents’ perspectives on securing the nation
  • Facility security and safety at the perimeter
  • Reframing security as a strategic investment

Featured speakers include:

  • Tara Dunning, vice president, converging technology and global strategy, Wesco
  • Hans Kahler, chief operating officer, Eagle Eye Networks
  • Fredrik Nilsson, vice president, Americas, Axis Communications
  • Bryan Peranzo, senior manager, AP and global security, Gap
  • Pierre Racz, founder and CEO, Genetec
  • Julaine Simmons, senior vice president, M.C. Dean
  • William Walker, chief security officer, Allied Universal
  • Will Wilkins, executive director, project execution and maintenance, Valero

You can access the full SIA Education at ISC West conference program by registering for a SIA Education@ISC Passport. Even better, use SIA’s link to get free access to the ISC West trade show and save 20% on your conference pass!