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The future of security relies on the strength of our people as much as our technology. This year’s NICE Local Stakeholder Engagement Event (LSEE), “Securing Tomorrow Together: Building the Keystone State Cybersecurity Workforce,” brings together government leaders, educators, industry practitioners, and community partners to build a resilient, inclusive, and future-ready workforce.

Event Details:

– Date: March 20, 2026
– Time: 1:00–3:00 p.m. ET
– Location: Temple University (Leonard and Helena Mazur Hall), Philadelphia, PA
– Hosted in partnership with: Florida International University, Temple University, University of Pennsylvania, National Institute for Technology Standards, and the National Consortium for Entrepreneurship Education

Pennsylvania sits at the crossroads of critical sectors increasingly targeted by cyber threats. LSEE will explore how coordinated workforce pipelines, hands-on training, public–private partnerships, and community-based ecosystems can:

– Address Pennsylvania’s cybersecurity workforce needs
– Align education, industry, and government efforts
– Strengthen and scale talent pipelines
– Expand access and inclusion statewide
– Connect local priorities to national workforce strategies

As Pennsylvania prepares to mark America’s 250th anniversary, this event highlights the Keystone State’s enduring role in national strength, advancing a cybersecurity workforce that will protect our democracy, economy, and communities for the next 250 years.

The NICE Local Stakeholders’ Engagement Event is a lead-up to the 2026 NICE Conference & Expo (June 1–3, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown), hosted by Florida International University (FIU) and New America. The conference theme, “From Foundations to the Future: Transforming the Cybersecurity Workforce,” focuses on strengthening pathways, modernizing training, and fostering an adaptable, inclusive, and resilient workforce.

Save the date and join us in shaping the next generation of cybersecurity leaders in Pennsylvania and beyond. Registration is now open. Space is limited.

 

2026 Local Stakeholders’ Engagement Event Agenda
This agenda is subject to change. 

1:00 p.m. – 1:05 p.m. 

Event Welcome 

  • Brian Fonseca, Director, Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy, Florida International University 
1:05 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 

Coordinated Communities to Advance Cyber Education and Workforce Development

  • Danielle Santos, Deputy Director of NICE, NIST, the U.S. Department of Commerce 
    1:15 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. 

    Industry & Community Partnerships for Cyber Resilience 

    • Khine Arthur, President & CEO, Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia
    1:20 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. 

    Higher Education’s Role in Securing Tomorrow’s Cyber Workforce 

    • Dr. Josh Gladden, Vice President of Research, Temple University
    1:30 p.m. – 1:40 p.m. 

    National Security and the Cyber Workforce Imperative 

    • Sunny Notani, United States Secret Service 
    1:40 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. 

    Panel Introductions 

    • Andre Jenkins, Deputy CISO, University of Pennsylvania
    1:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. 

    Panel: Securing Tomorrow Together: Building the Keystone State Cybersecurity Workforce

    • Moderator: Jessica Hoffman, Deputy CISO, City of Philadelphia 
    • Monique St. John, VP, CISO, Associate CIO, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia 
    • Gregory Paonessa, Professor, Penn Highlands Community College 
    • Dr. Steven McElwee, VP & Chief Security Officer, PJM Interconnection 
    • Laura Bernstein, Principal in the Government and Public Services Human Capital Practice, Deloitte Consulting LLP
        2:45 p.m. – 2:55 p.m.  Panel Q&A 
        2:55 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 

        Closing Remarks 

        • Brian Fonseca, Director, Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy, Florida International University 
        3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.  Networking Event 

         

         

         

        For those traveling to Philadelphia for the event, below are several hotels conveniently located near Temple University for your convenience.

        – The Conwell Inn
        – Aloft Philadelphia Downtown
        – Club Quarters Philadelphia
        – DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia City Center

        Temple’s Main Campus can be easily accessed by SEPTA, Philadelphia’s public transportation system. Some of the public transportation options include the

        • bus, using the No. 4 or No. 16, which run north and south along Broad Street, or the No. 3, which runs east and west along Cecil B. Moore Avenue between 33rd Street and the Frankford Transportation Center;
        • subway, using the Broad Street Line (also known as the Orange Line due to the color of the cars) and exiting at the Cecil B. Moore station; and
        • regional rail, taking it to the Temple University station, which is located at 10th and Berks streets, or the North Broad Street station, which is located at Broad Street and West Huntingdon Street.

        You can also use Amtrak to access Main Campus at the North Philadelphia station, located at Broad Street and Glenwood Avenue.

        The event will take place at the Leonard and Helena Mazur Hall at Temple University. If you are driving to campus, we recommend parking at either the Montgomery Avenue Parking Garage or the Bell Garage. Both garages offer visitor parking; however, parking is not free and visitors are responsible for paying the posted parking fees.

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