May 6, 2025 | The Hotel UMD, College Park, Maryland

Panel Discussion: The Future of CSfC–Supporting Through Government-Driven Changes (P11a)

Panel Discussion: The Future of CSfC–Supporting Through Government-Driven Changes (P11a)

As federal and DoD cybersecurity strategies evolve under new directives, integrators and commercial product developers are facing unprecedented uncertainty. This panel convenes industry leaders at the forefront of CSfC implementation to discuss the impact of recent policy shifts, emerging restrictions, and the growing complexity of aligning commercial innovation with dynamic government frameworks.

With a keen focus on current and future policy, panelists will explore how the defense industry base is adapting, where bottlenecks are forming, and what the future holds for CSfC as part of the DoD’s secure communications infrastructure. Attendees will gain strategic insights and real-world perspectives on navigating compliance, maintaining commercial viability, and driving innovation in a constrained and constantly changing environment. Topics include:

  • Recent federal and DoD changes impacting CSfC certification and implementation
  • Interpreting new restrictions and their operational implications
  • Maintaining innovation while managing compliance and risk
  • Anticipating the future role of CSfC in national security strategy
  • The ripple effect of evolving government procurement and policy on the commercial supply chain
  • How integrators and vendors are collaborating to sustain secure and agile solutions
  • Pathways to influence: industry engagement with DoD policymakers