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Cyber warfare has become a major concern for international governments, militaries and civil agencies over the last few years. Recently a wave of cyber attacks against NATO member Estonia in 2007, and then Georgia in 2008 have highlighted the crippling impact cyber warfare can have against a nation’s critical national infrastructure.

How do you protect national security in a borderless world?

SMi’s Cyber Defence 2010 is well timed and brings together international experts from across the cyber security sector. Being run in partnership with the Estonian MoD the event will examine the threats you face in cyberspace. Take the opportunity to attend our most interactive conference to date where you will have the chance to take part in panel discussions and multiple stream sessions.
 

Why should you attend this event?

Hear a welcome address from the Estonian Minister for Defence Assess key international military, government and civil programmes Explore cyber defence during multiple stream sessions Understand Russia and China’s cyber defence strategies Analyse e-crime and identity and screening Take part in an interactive workshop led by the Cyber Warfare Forum Initiative

Hear keynote addresses from:

• Minister Jaak Aaviksoo, Defence Minister, Ministry of Defence, Estonia
• Heli Tiirmaa-Klaar, Senior Advisor, Policy Planning Department, Ministry of Defence, Estonia
• Rain Ottis, Scientist, Cooperative Cyber Defence (CCD) Centre of Excellence (COE), Estonia
• Tammsaar Rein, Director Political Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Estonia
• Robert Siciliano, CEO, IDTheftSecurity.com
• Timothy L Thomas, Analyst, Foreign Military Studies Office, USA
  
   

Our expert speaker line-up also includes:

• Jeffery Troy, Chief, Cyber Criminal Section, Federal Bureau of Investigation, USA
• John Bumgarner, Research Director for Security Technology, Cyber Consequences Unit, USA
• Amit Yoran, CEO, NetWitness
• Mario Kempton, Head of information Security, Serious Organised Crime Agency, UK
• Frederic Jordon, CAT-8, Information Assurance Service Control, NATO C3 Agency
• Gareth Niblett, Chairman, BCS Information Security Specialist Group, UK
• Michael Kaiser, Executive Director, National Cyber Security Alliance, USA
• David Lacey, Director of Research, Information Systems Security Association (ISSA), UK
• Major General (Ret’d) Barbara Fast, Vice President Cyber Solutions, Intelligence and Security Systems, Network and Space Systems, Boeing
• Eric Larsson, VP, Marketing, Qosmos
• Paul de Souza, Owner, Cyber Security Forum Initiative
• Jim Reavis, Executive Director, Cloud Security Alliance
• Professor Christian Probst, Language Based Technology, Technical University of Denmark

Who should attend?

Industry Profile Includes: Presidents, CEOs, Vice Presidents, Directors, Managers, Analysts and Officers for: Information Assurance Experts Information Technology Experts Concept Directors Security Researchers System Architecture and System Design Project and Programme Management Sales and Marketing Business Development

Military Profile Includes: Commanders, Branch Chiefs, Directors, Assistant Directors, Staff Officers, Project & Programme Managers, Engineers for: J6/G6 Information Systems Equipment Capability Cyberspace Branch Technical Systems Plans and Requirements Policy Planning Department Joint C4I Procurement and Acquisition

Cyber Defence 2009:

Very interesting conference, valuable information & a good opportunity to meet & network - EADS Deutschland

SMi Staff have provided us with a fantastic & extremely interesting 2 days of cyber defence presentations - Ministry of Defence, UK

Very good, an excellent overview, both broad & specific - Jane’s Defence Weekly

A good mix of topics & speakers - NC3A, NATO

Organisations in attendance in 2009 include: Green Hills, Thales Raytheon Systems, SAIC, PTN Consulting, Front End AB, Prevx, IntelliGuard, Sentor, Prolexic, Advanced Programmes, EADS Defence & Security, XAG Conseil, Janes Defence Weekly, QOSMOS, 3Com, Pod Venture Partners, United Airlines and NetWitness Plus over 50 military, government and civil delegations from: UK Ministry of Defence, US Federal Bureau of Investigation, Swedish Armed Forces, United States Department of Defence, United States Airforce, United States Government, Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Norwegian Armed Forces, SPF Justice Belgium,  Belgian Armed Forces, Singapore Armed Forces, Estonian Ministry of Defence and the Georgian Ministry of Defence

Venue details

Swissôtel Tallinn, Estonia

Swissôtel Tallinn, Estonia, Tornimäe 3, 10145 Tallinn, Estonia
Tel: +372 624 0000 Fax: +372 624 0001 www.swissotel.com/tallinn

Step into a world of ease, luxury and Swiss hospitality at Swissôtel Tallinn, a luxury hotel set amidst the business district and boasting unrivalled postcard panoramic views across the UNESCO listed Old Town and the Baltic Sea. The Old Town with its world-class entertainment, shopping, art galleries and museums is a short stroll away whilst the airport can be reached in 10 minutes. Swissôtel Tallinn promises excellent accommodation, business and leisure experiences. With 238 guestrooms and luxury suites, revel in a wealth of facilities inclusive of 3 restaurants and Amrita Spa & Wellness whilst enjoying breathtaking views of Tallinn. If meetings are a focus, the banquet rooms, including the largest ballroom in Estonia, are the ideal venue.

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Providing easy access to most parts of Tallinn via major transportation modes, whilst drivers may capitalise on the car park lots at Europark located underneath Swissôtel Tallinn, Estonia. - 4 km from Tallinn International Airport - 5 km from Central Railway Station - 2 km from Tallinn Passenger Port - 1.5 km from Central Bus Stationrbly situated in the

 SMi discounted Accommodation rates

Standard room 155 EURO per night
(Available until 1st May  then  best available rate)
The room rate is inclusive of VAT and a buffet breakfast.

To take advantage of these fantastic rates and book accommodation from the allocation we have on hold, please contact the hotel directly on
For room reservations, please contact +372 624 4444 or email reservations.tallinn@swissotel.com