This event has now passed.

We had a fantastic day in Belfast for CyberNI 2026. Now that the conference has concluded, we want to extend a massive thank you to all the security leaders, directors, and practitioners from across the public and private sectors who joined us at our stand for high-impact networking and peer-to-peer discussion. It was a privilege to see Northern Ireland’s security community come together in such force to collaborate, share operational insights, and shape the future of our industry.

A huge thank you also goes out to everyone who packed the room for our Head of Security Operations, Peter King’s featured presentation, “Why the SOC Must Evolve”. The brilliant engagement during the session made it clear that moving past legacy SOC limitations, tool sprawl, and alert fatigue is a top priority for defensive teams right now. The insightful conversations we had throughout the day - ranging from the architectural hurdles of traditional monitoring to the necessity of integrated security operations - perfectly reinforced our core belief that staying ahead of modern threats requires an approach that is truly powered by people.

If you missed out on connecting with us in Belfast this time, we have a packed calendar of exclusive roundtables, interactive summits, and events planned throughout 2026. Be sure to keep an eye on our main events page so you can secure your place at the next table.

Shaping the Future of Security Operations: Acumen Cyber at CyberNI 2026

• Date: Tuesday, 3 March 2026

• Location: Belfast

• Format: Regional public and private sector cyber security conference

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Overview

Digital transformation is accelerating at a breakneck pace, but so is the sophistication of the threat landscape. For public sector bodies and private enterprises across Northern Ireland, maintaining operational resilience isn't just an IT target - it is non-negotiable.

As part of our commitment to driving practical, modern defence, Acumen Cyber is heading to Belfast to join senior leaders, decision-makers, and technical practitioners from across the region. We are there to move past the standard industry buzzwords and discuss how organisations can build practical, scalable, and human-led cyber defences.

Why Attend CyberNI 2026?

The CyberNI Conference is a vital hub for regional collaboration, risk benchmarking, and strategic knowledge sharing. By securing your place, you will:

• Advance Security Operations: Discover innovative, real-world strategies to secure and future-proof your organisation's critical infrastructure.

• Address Evolving Threats: Gain clear, technical insights into modern attack vectors, from rising alert volumes to sophisticated evasion techniques.

• Network with Industry Peers: Connect with cyber professionals, CISOs, and senior IT leaders from across Northern Ireland's public and private sectors.

Don't Miss Our Featured Session

Why the SOC Must Evolve

• Speaker: Peter King, Head of Security Operations, Acumen Cyber

• The Focus: Moving beyond tool sprawl and legacy frameworks to build security operations designed for today's threat landscape.

Legacy SOC models built around tiered escalation lines and basic signature-based detection are actively struggling to keep pace with modern adversaries. In an era of expanding tool sprawl and severe alert fatigue, attempting to run a self-managed, traditional security operation leaves massive blind spots. In this session, Peter will explore why structural operational change is no longer optional. He will demonstrate how organisations can move past basic dashboard metrics and configure their security operations to handle rising attack volumes with certainty, speed, and precision.

Who is the Event For?

The CyberNI Conference is specifically designed for colleagues and security leads across Northern Ireland's commercial and public sectors, including:

• CIOs, CISOs, and IT Directors

• Senior executives and corporate risk decision-makers

• SOC managers, incident responders, and infrastructure managers

• Network managers and technical security practitioners

Connect with the Acumen Team

Beyond the main stage presentation, members of our consulting and engineering teams will be available on the floor throughout the day.

We believe that the most robust security partnerships are built on direct human collaboration, not automated black boxes operating at arm's length. Catch up with our team during the conference to:

• Discuss Your Specific Challenges: Talk directly to our specialists about the distinct architectural or operational hurdles your team is currently facing.

• Explore Engineer-Led SOC & MDR: Learn how our flat structure gives your team direct access to accredited cyber defence engineers rather than rigid ticketing systems.

• Accelerate Digital Maturity: Discover how continuous threat validation can help your organisation move from a reactive security posture to a highly resilient one.

Secure Your Place

Spaces for this cornerstone regional event are limited, and advanced registration is required. Don't miss out on the opportunity to join the conversation, connect with your peers, and help shape a more secure, resilient tomorrow for Northern Ireland's cyber security community.

Register for the CyberNI Conference 2026