Join Us May 8th, 2026
BSides South Florida Returns:
Second Edition!
At the breathtaking Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
3030 Holiday Dr., Fort Lauderdale – Private beachfront luxury awaits!
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Join us May 8th, 2026 at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa.
If you’re passionate about cybersecurity, whether you’re knee-deep in code or steering the ship at the C-suite level, there’s one event you absolutely need to attend this year: BSides South Florida second edition event.
Be part of BSides South Florida
BSides South Florida 2026 brings together cybersecurity professionals, innovators, and leaders for a day of learning, networking, and collaboration. Whether you’re here to gain insights, connect with peers, or showcase your organization, this event is the place to experience the region’s growing cybersecurity community.
Event Information For Attendees
South Florida is more than just beaches and nightlife; it’s emerging as a vibrant tech and innovation hub, especially in the realms of cybersecurity and information security. With Fortune 500 companies, disruptive startups, and a burgeoning ecosystem of security professionals, it’s the ideal setting for a BSides event. This year’s conference will harness that local energy while attracting CISO thought leaders and experts in hacking from across the country.
Event Information For sponsors
Support BSides South Florida by becoming a sponsor and gaining meaningful exposure for your business within the cybersecurity community. Your contribution helps us continue our mission of developing hacking skills, encouraging collaboration, and strengthening information security across the South Florida region. Through sponsorship, you connect with researchers, practitioners, and future leaders shaping the local and national security landscape.
BSides South Florida Delivered
BSides South Florida was a standout success. Insightful keynotes unpacked real-world threats like mDNS exploitation and evolving RaaS tactics, while strong sessions covered AI-driven attacks, secure development practices, responsible AI adoption, and effective board-level risk communication. Excellent dual tracks, meaningful executive networking, and a relaxed evening reception created the perfect mix of learning and connection. All of it under South Florida’s signature sunshine and beachside energy. Cybersecurity at its best: relaxed, sharp, and inspiring. Stay tuned for the next one… you’ll want to be there.
Networking & Learning
Cutting-Edge Topics
Expert Insights
Deep Technical Content
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Faq
Please reach us at info@bsidessouthflorida.org
if you cannot find an answer to your question.
BSides South Florida is a local non-profit that was founded by several of the region’s leading security executives to bring this unconference to our local area. The goal of the conference is to open up opportunities to students, researchers, and industry veterans alike, sharing what South Florida has to offer.
We are expecting over 500 local cybersecurity experts to attend the event.
Yes. If you did not request a refund, your ticket will be honored for this event with no additional cost to you.
The venue allows us to reschedule due to a hurricane or similar weather event. We will work with the venue to find the next best available date as quickly as possible.
Our Call For Papers is open until April 17th. As soon as we lock in session topics, we will update them here. Follow the event for regular updates.
Reach Out To Us
How Can We Help?
We strive to stay connected with everyone in the South Florida cyber community, especially those involved in BSides and other cybersecurity events. If you have a question or want to see if we can assist with something specific related to hacking or information security, just send us a message!