Leadership Dinner with GEN Joshua M. Rudd, USA

September 29, 2026 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM McLean, VA

Registration Fees

INSA BoD/AdCom: Gratis!

Member: $325

Nonmember: $430

Student: $30

Gov't/Mil: Gratis!

Event Contact

Toya Rich

trich@insaonline.org

Join 350+ intelligence, defense, and national security professionals for a Leadership Dinner with General Joshua Rudd, USA, Commander, U.S. Cyber Command, and Director, National Security Agency/Chief, Central Security Service, on Tuesday, September 29, from 5:30-9:30 pm at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner. 

GEN Rudd will deliver keynote remarks followed by a moderated Q&A offering candid insights into key priorities shaping the nation's cyber mission, including:

  • Strategic Vision & Priorities: Operational priorities for NSA and USCYBERCOM and the opportunities for industry and academic partnership.
  • Post-Quantum Readiness: Accelerating cryptographic agility and defending against "harvest now, decrypt later" vulnerabilities across the defense ecosystem.
  • AI-Enabled Digital Warfare: How AI is redefining threat detection, tradecraft, and automated defenses at mission speed.
  • CyberCom 2.0 & Critical Infrastructure: Rebuilding the operational playbook to defend the DIB and the nation's supply chains.

Plus, the evening will include ample time for audience Q&A! 

INSA events are known for high-value, relationship-building networking that brings together decision-makers from government, industry, and academia in a setting designed for meaningful, mission-focused connection. Secure your spot today!

Speakers

Keynote Speakers

Agenda

Tuesday, September 29 | 5:30-9:30 pm

Location:
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
7920 Jones Branch Dr.
McLean, VA 22101

Agenda:
5:30-7:30 pm Registration & Networking
7:30-8:00 pm Welcome Remarks and Keynote
8:00-8:45 pm Dinner Service
8:45-9:25 pm Moderated Q&A
9:25-9:30 pm Closing Remarks & Networking

Parking:
Gratis onsite parking!

Dress:
Business professional or Service Dress/Class A

  • Patriot

  • Liberty

  • Dessert

  • Registration

  • First Impression

  • Question Card

  • Florals

  • Welcome Reception

  • Welcome Reception