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AFCEA International

AFCEA is a professional association that connects people, ideas and solutions globally. We do that by developing networking and educational opportunities and providing them worldwide in an ethical manner. This enables military, government, industry and academia to align technology to meet the needs of those who serve in critical areas, which include defense, security, cyber and intelligence. As a member-based, nonprofit 501(c)6 organization, we have a long history of encouraging innovation and advancing technology to ensure preparedness and security. We officially formed in 1946, but our organizational roots trace back to the Civil War. The association includes individual members and corporate members, and AFCEA's international regional chapter network helps members build networks, grow relationships and expand opportunities. AFCEA members and constituents include professionals in military, government, industry and academia.

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Upcoming AFCEA International Events

When Time Becomes Risk: How Delays in Readiness and Response Expose Gaps in Control

Jun 25, 2026

Virtual / Online

AFCEA International
In modern European defense and public-sector environments, risk is no longer defined solely by threats or vulnerabilities. It is revealed through time, when organizations cannot act with sufficient speed, authority or coordination under pressure. This session examines how delays across readiness, response and recovery signal deeper issues in authority, escalation and cross-agency coordination. It explores how timing has become a practical measure of governance effectiveness and why extended timelines increasingly expose institutional risk before failure occurs.
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Jun 30, 2026

Washington, DC

AFCEA International's Army Intelligence Industry Day brings together key leaders from Army Acquisition, Army Intelligence and Army Program Management to help industry gain insights into the technologies, capabilities and services required to support Army Intelligence in the future.

The U.S. Army neither states nor implies any endorsement, association or recommendations with regard to AFCEA International or any other nonfederal entity participating in this event.

Jul 14, 2026

Virtual / Online

Join us for a detailed walkthrough showcasing how Q SYS cameras, control and DSP integrate with G&D’s IP-based KVM to deliver a unified, high performance meeting environment. With a single set of peripherals, operators can fluidly shift between multiple network classifications, complete with CAC authentication, all while maintaining a consistent, high quality audio and video experience for remote participants on any collaboration platform. On screen indicators and digital signage provide instant clarity on device classification, audio levels, and call status, while local operators enjoy smooth, intuitive mouse movement across compute devices. It’s a secure, streamlined workflow designed for mission critical spaces where clarity and control matter.

You'll walk away understanding strategy and tactics to curate high-performance hybrid meetings in mission critical spaces that span multiple network classifications.

Jul 15, 2026

Virtual / Online

As the Department of Defense (DOD) reoptimizes for great power competition, achieving decision dominance requires shifting from legacy hardware-centric systems to agile, software-defined architectures that deliver resilient command and control (C2) from the enterprise core all the way to the orbital high ground.

This webinar explores software-defined technologies that deliver persistent zero trust identity continuity, event-driven automated self-healing cyber resiliency, AI-augmented edge processing and declarative fleet-scale “build once, deploy anywhere” compute—even in Denied, Disrupted, Intermittent and Limited (DDIL) conditions—and how emerging orbital edge platforms and multi-cloud regions in space extend these capabilities to the high ground, enabling real-time AI/ML, data fusion and resilient C2 from tactical edge to orbit.

Gain actionable insights into applying software-defined concepts to achieve decision dominance and cyber defense from enterprise to orbit. Learn how to deploy AI-enabled processing and "islands of trust" in DDIL environments, implement event-driven cyber automation and leverage orbital data centers for resilient high-ground operations.

Jul 21, 2026

Virtual / Online

Are you ready to navigate the complex world of government contracting? This webinar provides a comprehensive overview from the Defense Contract Audit Agency's (DCAA) perspective, equipping potential government contractors with the essential knowledge to confidently break into the Defense Industrial Base.

DCAA will demystify the different contract vehicles (e.g. Fixed-Price, Cost-Reimbursement, Time and Materials and Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)). Understand the risks and rewards associated with each type, how they impact your business operations and learn what factors the government considers for determining a prospective contractor under government contracts.

You will:
  • Gain a solid understanding of DCAA's role in government contracting
  • Learn essentialcompliance requirements to avoid costly mistakes
  • Develop strategies tonavigate pre- and post-award audits successfully
  • Position your businessfor success in the competitive GovCon market

Jul 22, 2026

Virtual / Online

Zero Trust for operational technology has reached an inflection point. With the Department of War’s (DOW) release of Zero Trust for Operational Technology Activities and Outcomes, defense organizations now have clearer direction on how zero trust principles are expected to be applied within operational, safety-critical environments.

This expert panel discussion will explore what the DOW Zero Trust for OT guidance requires, how it differs from traditional IT-focused Zero Trust approaches and what effective implementation looks like in real-world OT environments. Panelists will examine scope, the seven Zero Trust pillars and key activities and outcomes across facility systems, industrial control systems, logistics infrastructure and other mission-enabling OT.

Jul 28-29, 2026

Chantilly, VA

DIA TECHINT 2026 is the Intelligence Community’s annual technical intelligence conference, focused this year on Counter‑Directed Energy Weapons (C‑DEW). Building on prior DEW/C‑DEW community engagements, TECHINT 2026 provides a forum to educate and inform government civilian and military, academic, and industry partners on the current threat landscape, ongoing research, and emerging opportunities across the DEW and C‑DEW mission areas. The conference is designed as a presentation‑centric event featuring briefings from subject matter experts on the state of the community and the trending directions of DEW/C‑DEW. TECHINT 2026 is co-sponsored by the DIA, AFCEA, and the US MASINT Foundation.

Aug 12, 2026

Virtual / Online

Spider Man’s Doc Ock built powerful mechanical arms to amplify his reach and precision, but they quickly took on a life of their own, overriding his control when it mattered most. That same dynamic threatens the use of AI at the tactical edge, where multiple models, data sources and automated actions can scale faster than operators can validate or contain them.

AI-driven decisions at the tactical edge often fail not because of model capability, but because of constrained, untrusted, or delayed data. In contested, bandwidth-limited environments, defense and critical infrastructure operators need a way to ensure AI outputs remain reliable, secure and contained.

Discover how Owl Cyber Defense® enables customers to deploy AI with confidence using hardware-enforced cross domain and diode solutions. We focus on keeping AI systems trusted, resilient, compliant and contained in high-threat environments while maintaining operational speed. Learn how a dual-AI architecture, with edge AI on the low side paired with decision-support AI on the high side, improves data integrity, reduces latency and protects against adversarial manipulation.Using real-world scenarios, we translate this “Doc Ock problem” into actionable design patterns that align with U.S. federal security standards and support secure, multi-level AI deployment.

Aug 17-20, 2026

Augusta, GA

Registration is not yet available. Check back in the Spring of 2026.

TechNet Augusta 2026 gives participants the opportunity to examine and explore the intricacies of the cyber domain. With assistance from the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and industry experts, the conference is designed to open the lines of communication and facilitate networking, education and problem solving. Leaders and operators also discuss procurement challenges the military, government and industry face during a time of uncertain budgets and runaway technology advances.

With assistance from the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and industry, this three-day conference is designed to open the lines of communication between the military and commercial sector and provide a space where government and industry professionals can discuss issues and share solutions surrounding cyber electromagnetic activities and unified land operations.

Aug 25, 2026

Virtual / Online

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is the primary set of rules governing federal government procurement. For small businesses, several FAR parts are especially important: FAR Part 19 (most critical section for small businesses), Part 5 (explains how federal contracts are announced), Part 15 (outlines procedures for negotiated procurements, Part 52 (actual clauses and provisions included in contracts, specifically addressing small business requirements), and Part 13 (streamlined purchasing methods for contracts under certain dollar thresholds).

You will:
  • Learn the importance of compliance with each FAR requirement to understand eligibility and find opportunities within federal contracting
  • Gain a solid understanding of FAR requirements applicable tosmall businesses
  • Understand essential compliance requirements of FAR parts to 19,5, 15, 52 and 13 avoid costly mistakes and comply with federal contracting requirements

Aug 26-27, 2026

Rockville, MD

Co-hosted by AFCEA and INSA, the nation’s leading non-profit associations dedicated to public-private partnerships, the summit will bring together 2,200 leaders from government, academia, start-ups, and the defense industrial base for two days of technology-driven, mission-focused discussions.

Your registration and sponsorship don't just underwrite an event, they strengthen our mission and support the community we serve.

From a career fair and thought-provoking plenaries to breakout sessions, cutting-edge exhibits, and unmatched networking, the Summit is where connections spark ideas and partnerships that last. Registration opening Spring 2026! 

Sep 17, 2026

Arlington, VA

Save the date! Registration opens 6-8 weeks before the event.

Oct 27-29, 2026

Honolulu, HI

Registration information will become available during Summer 2026. 

TechNet Indo-Pacific is the largest strategic event of its kind in the Indo-Pacific Rim. USINDOPACOM works closely with partners to enable resilient, survivable and secure collaboration across the spectrum of contingencies. TechNet Indo-Pacific, now in its 41st year, features speakers and discussions, many qualifying for Continuing Education, on how industry, academia and government can address and solve regional challenges. Exhibitors demonstrate solutions and services to meet the military services' requirements. TechNet Indo-Pacific is co-sponsored by AFCEA International and AFCEA Hawaii.

Nov 19, 2026

Arlington, VA

Save the date! Registration opens 6-8 weeks before the event.

Dec 1-2, 2026

Frankfurt am Main, HE, DE

In its fourth year, TechNet Transatlantic, organised by AFCEA and chapters in Stuttgart, Kaiserslautern, and Wiesbaden, will continue to serve as a paramount event for the warfighting community within of the US Forces in Europe, European military and government employees and their partners from NATO and partner nations commands and institutions. TechNet Transatlantic stands as an essential forum for fostering innovation and collaboration, ensuring that the warfighting community remains at the forefront of evolving capabilities and technologies.
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