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Monica Davila - Wednesday, February 4
 GUCS Newsletter 

THE GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY CYBERSECURITY SOCIETY (GUCS) NEWSLETTER





FEBRUARY 04, 2026
 

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Before we dive into our newsletter...

The Georgetown University Cybersecurity Society would like to share an opportunity from the Georgetown AI Association (GAIA) that may be of interest to members interested in AI policy, governance, and cyber risk.

GAIA is currently accepting applications for its Spring 2026 AI Policy Fellowship, an 8-week, application-based program open to both undergraduate and graduate students. The fellowship explores topics such as AI-enabled cybersecurity risks, disinformation, AI governance, and policy responses to emerging technologies.

In addition to the fellowship, GAIA hosts speaker events, career advising, and networking opportunities with professionals across government, policy, and research.

Application deadline: Sunday, February 15
Apply here: https://airtable.com/appdWl8g3eGNOlLzq/shrKXbrUemvIu00mG

If you’re interested in the intersection of cybersecurity, AI, and policy, this could be a great opportunity.

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The Georgetown University Cybersecurity Society would also like to share an opportunity from the Georgetown International Relations Club. On Thursday, February 19, their club will be hosting a coffee chat with SFS Professor Michael Sulmeyer to discuss cybersecurity and foreign policy. 

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Please take advantage of these opportunities!

GUCS's latest AI Packet Analysis lab with industry professional Betty DuBois went even more smoothly than expected! Although the snow made travel difficult, we powered through and learned how to analyze packets using fully web-based AI tools. Everyone left with new tools and faster workflows for CTFs, forensics, and network debugging — plus Betty’s self-study resource hub to keep learning on their own. Check it out here: https://start.me/p/GLRXYa/ai4pa

Thank you for supporting GUCS, Ms. DuBois! 👾
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We’re listening and working on labs based on your feedback! If you haven’t already, please take a moment to fill out the GUCS - Lab Interest Form.

Your input helps us understand the specific technical skills and topics you’re interested in, so we can make these sessions valuable, engaging, and relevant to your academic and career goals.

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We Want Your Input! GUCS LOGO

The Georgetown University Cybersecurity Society is planning a cybersecurity conference in late March featuring speakers from government, private sector, and academia. This event is designed to spark interest in different areas of cybersecurity, help students explore potential career paths, and build meaningful professional connections.

To make this conference as valuable as possible, we’d love your input:
    •    What questions would you like to ask cybersecurity professionals?
    •    What topics or skills do you want our panels to cover? (AI security, policy, threat intelligence, certifications, internships, breaking into the field, etc.)
    •    What career insights or networking advice are you hoping to gain?
    •    Are there specific roles, industries, or specialties you want represented?
    •    Do you have any speakers you’d like us to invite or recommend?

Your feedback will directly shape the panels and help us create a conference that truly reflects student interests and goals.

Respond here: https://forms.gle/JnBwWyQRVvBAjynSA

Here are some upcoming events:
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February 28

Virtual 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST 

Free, full-day virtual event focused on SOC, SIEM, and SOAR strategies for 2026. This forum explores how security teams can improve detection, response, and automation while scaling operations to meet evolving cyber threats.

A recorded version will be available approximately 30 days after the event through the SANS archive.

February 5

Virtual | 1:30 – 2:30 PM EST
Cyber-AI Convergence Working Group

ATARC’s Cyber-AI Convergence Working Group unites leaders from government, industry, and academia, including experts from NIST, to advance the integration of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The group meets bi-weekly, collaborating on deliverables, forming sub-working teams, and sharing insights to strengthen national cybersecurity resilience. The next meeting is on February 5, 2026 from 1:30 – 2:30 PM ET.

Interested in joining? Contact Elizabeth Wyckoff at ewyckoff@atarc.org.

 

February 6

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST
The Future of Mobility – Intelligent Asset Security & Monitoring – Online Event

A virtual science and technology session hosted by Smadlytcs Inc. exploring how intelligent technologies are advancing asset security, monitoring, and mobility systems. One-hour online event.

February 25

11:00 – 11:45 AM EST
Webinar: Cyber Survivability – The Age of Persistent Threats – Online Event
A 45-minute virtual session hosted by DefenseScoop examining how the Department of Defense is building mission-critical systems resilient to cyber attacks. The webinar covers strategies for proactive cyber resilience, system survivability, and defense innovation in the face of nation-state threats. Free online event.

February 5

2:00 – 5:30 PM EST
CI or FS Polygraph Cleared Job Fair – The Hotel at Arundel Preserve, Severn, MD

Security-cleared professionals with a CI or FS polygraph are invited to connect with top employers including Amentum, BAE Systems, Leidos, Lockheed Martin RMS, and more. Opportunities span cyber, software, intel, project management, and technical roles. Entry requires a polygraph.

February 11

3:00 – 6:00 PM EST
MDI Workshop with Jacob Pasner, Ph.D. – Data Governance Transformation – Capitol Campus, Room 620 

A Massive Data Institute workshop on data governance, privacy policy, and trustworthy AI in the public sector. Attendees will explore real-world agency data-sharing challenges, Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs), and case examples involving SBA and NIST collaborations. Led by Georgetown researcher Jacob Pasner, Ph.D., founder of the Data Governance Transformation (DGT) framework. RSVP required.

February 5

Virtual 2:00 – 3:00 PM ET

Bridging the Cyber Gap: From 2025 Hits to 2026 Threats examines how some of the most disruptive cyberattacks of 2025 impacted state and local governments across 44 states—and what security teams must do to prepare for what’s coming next. Hosted by Tenable and Carahsoft, this session breaks down recent incidents, emerging 2026 threat vectors (including AI), and why exposure management is now foundational to cyber defense.

Best,
Georgetown University Cybersecurity Society (GUCS)

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Cybersecurity Security Expert Panel: Attack and Defense in the Era of AI
Multiple Dates | Online Event

A virtual panel hosted by Kobalt.io exploring the critical intersection of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and business resilience. Attendees will gain insights from industry experts on modern attack and defense strategies. One-hour online sessions.

July 28

Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center (Reston, VA) & Online
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Carahsoft is hosting its 4th Annual DevSecOps Conference, a full-day event featuring government panels and expert-led sessions focused on the most pressing DevSecOps challenges shaping the future of secure software development. This year’s program will spotlight modernization, DevSecOps-enabled AI, accelerated ATO processes, and emerging trends in software delivery.

Attendees will gain practical insights, connect with federal and industry experts, and earn Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits.