
Common Threads Fort Meade: CCP and Cyber Threats to Operational Technology
August 19 to 20, 2025 Fort Meade, MD
Join intelligence, defense, and national security professionals for Common Threads Fort Meade: CCP and Cyber Threats to Operational Technology, a two part unclassified and classified (TS//SCI/NF) program taking place on August 19 and 20 in Fort Meade, MD.
Unclassified Program
Tuesday, August 19 | The Westin BWI
3:00-5:00 pm (OPTIONAL)
Career Conversations Job Fair - gratis!
Presented in partnership with ClearanceJobs
Whether you are seeking new career opportunities or top talent in the Fort Meade region, this exclusive job fair connects national security professionals with leading employers looking to fill critical roles. Get details!
5:00-7:00 pm
Welcome Reception & Keynote - gratis!
Join 125+ intelligence, defense, and national security professionals for the community's best networking! Connect with colleagues, enjoy great conversations, make new connections, and gain valuable insights. Keynote speaker TBD!
Classified Program
Wednesday, August 20 | Lockheed Martin
8:30-10:00 am
Classified (TS//SCI/NF) Breakfast and Panel Discussion
Speakers will examine how CCP-linked actors are targeting and pre-positioning within U.S. operational technology systems. Topics for discussion include emerging threat vectors, response strategies, and how industry can align to protect mission-critical systems.
Common Threads Fort Meade offers more than insights, it’s a chance to strengthen your network, learn from peers, and contribute to collective efforts in countering today’s most pressing cyber threats.
Agenda
Tuesday, August 19 | 3:00-7:00 pm
Career Conversations, Welcome Reception, and Keynote
Location:
The Westin BWI
1110 Old Elkridge Landing Rd
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
Agenda:
3:00-5:00 pm Career Conversations - hosted in partnership with ClearanceJobs
5:00-5:45 pm Registration and Networking Reception
5:45-6:30 pm Welcome Remarks and Keynote
6:30-7:00 pm Dessert Reception
Dress:
Business Professional
Parking:
Gratis onsite parking
Wednesday, August 20 | 8:30-10:30 am
Classified Breakfast and Panel
Registrants must have a TS//SCI/NF clearance
Location:
Lockheed Martin
410 National Business Parkway
Annapolis Junction, MD 20701
Agenda:
8:30-9:15 am Registration and Breakfast
9:15-10:25 am Formal Program
10:25-10:30 am Closing Remarks
Dress:
Business Professional
Parking:
Gratis onsite parking
Sponsors
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Patriot (Classified)
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Eagle (Unclassified)
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Welcome Reception
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Host
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Digital Playback