2024 Data Center Security Summit

This peer-to-peer summit will focus on the critical importance of robust security strategies and best practices that ensure the protection and continuous uptime of our networked systems.

September 10-11 |  Irving, TX | DFW Airport Marriot North

Schedule of events

TimeTuesday, September 10th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PMOnsite Registration & Welcome Reception
 Wednesday, September 11th
6:30 AM - 8:00 AMBreakfast & Welcome
8:00 AM - 9:00 AMPanel Discussion | Electric Substation Security
9:20 AM - 9:50 AMBreakouts | Small Group Discussion (group rotation)
10:10 AM - 10:40 AMBreakouts | Small Group Discussion (group rotation)
10:40 AM - 11:00 AMNetworking Break
11:15 AM - 12:00 PMPanel Discussion | Multi-tenant Security Management
12:00 PM - 1:00 PMLunch
1:00 PM - 1:45 PMPanel Discussion | Design, Construction & Sustainability
2:00 PM - 2:30 PMBreakouts | Small Group Discussion (group rotation)
2:50 PM - 3:20 PMBreakouts | Small Group Discussion (group rotation)
3:20 PM - 3:40 PMNetworking Break
3:55 PM - 4:40 PMPanel Discussion | Building in Security
5:00 PM - 6:30 PMOnsite Networking Reception

Panel & breakout topics

The agenda will include panel discussions on the following topics:

  • Electric Substation Security: building effective partnerships with local utilities
  • Multi-tenant Security Management: single facility and campus environments
  • Design, Construction & Sustainability: bringing projects online with total cost of ownership and speed to market
  • Building in Security: how to do it right and why it matters

Breakout rotation topics:

  • Property Perimeter
  • Building Exterior
  • Building Interior
  • Data Center Operations

Speakers

  • Steve McCarley

    Engineering Consultant for the Power Utility Industry

    Steven is a dedicated and accomplished engineer whose career spans over four decades. In his current role, Steven is responsible for protecting substation equipment, materials, and assets.

  • Al Bora

    Vice President of Data Centers with Metro One LPSG

    After serving 21 years in the United States Marine Corps, Al has worked in Security and Operations with notable companies such as Redpoint Resolutions LLC, AWS, Lockheed Martin Space and Meta. Al is responsible for expanding the security services and works with several national accounts to optimize and develop security strategy for the data center space.  

  • Chadwick Curriee

    Security Operations Director with Edged Data Centers

    With a robust background in security management, Chad oversees the implementation and maintenance of physical security systems, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and monitoring vendor performance. 

  • Doug Dreher

    Senior Physical Security Engineer with a Fortune 50 Company

    Doug is a retired US Navy Chief Petty Officer and served as a civilian with the Department of the Navy as a Physical Security Officer, Anti-Terrorism Officer, and Security Director. Doug has more than 40 years of global experience working in both the government and commercial sectors. 

  • Greg Bowman

    Security Executive with Meta

  • Joe Neumann

    Chief Information Security Officer with Neucon

  • Ken Shreve

    Security Operations Director with NTT

Join us

September 10-11 | DFW Airport Marriot North | Irving, TX

Registration is FREE and includes your meals for the duration of the conference. 

Lodging and airfare costs are the responsibility of the attendee. There will be a group rate of $199+ tax/night at the DFW Airport Marriott North; ASSA ABLOY will be booking your room based on the dates you enter at registration.