Women in cyber security summit 2026

 Almost 300 attendees gathered in one of Australia's most iconic venues to connect, learn, and be inspired. With women currently representing less than a quarter of the cyber workforce, events like this are more important than ever.
 
Attendees heard from leading voices across the industry, with presentations and panels covering inclusive cyber recruitment, women shaping cyber in the Indo Pacific, diversity as national security capability and how diverse teams drive real world outcomes.  

 Thank you to all our attendees and speakers who shared their knowledge and perspectives. A huge shout out to Girls Talk Cyber who hosted an interactive session with the audience. Finally, thank you to Hemisphere East and sponsor Infoblox who made this day possible. 

 This year's summit featured an incredible speaker line up including

• Jessica Hunter, Ambassador for Cyber Affairs and Critical Technology
• LTN General Michelle McGuinness, National Cyber Security Co-ordinator 
• Stephanie Crowe, Head of ACSC
• Dr Renee Burton, Vice President of Threat Intel, Infoblox