AvengerCon IX Returns to Augusta, Bringing Together Cyber Experts

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The 780th Military Intelligence Brigade (Cyber) hosted AvengerCon IX at the Georgia Cyber Innovation & Training Center on February 26-27, bringing together experts from government, industry, and academia to advance cybersecurity. The annual event, which started in 2016, featured training workshops, presentations, and discussions on emerging cyber threats and strategies.

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AvengerCon is a free event organized by volunteers from the 780th MI Brigade to support U.S. Cyber Command and the Department of Defense. While designed for personnel involved in DoD cyberspace missions, it is open to others interested in cybersecurity. The conference included hacker villages, hands-on training, and keynote addresses from cybersecurity leaders. Keynote speaker Dr. Daniel “Rags” Ragsdale, former Deputy Assistant National Cyber Director, spoke on the evolution of cyber warfare and the challenges posed by adversaries. He highlighted the importance of leadership in cybersecurity and the need for continuous innovation to counter emerging threats.

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The event also featured a panel on threat intelligence with experts from GreyNoise Intelligence, Iron EagleX, and the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. Chris Thompson, Global Lead of IBM X-Force Red, delivered the mid-day address, while Julius Gamble, Regional Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), gave closing remarks. Gamble emphasized the importance of collaboration in strengthening national cybersecurity defenses. The Augusta location remains central to AvengerCon’s success, with its proximity to Fort Eisenhower, Georgia Tech, and a growing cybersecurity workforce.

AvengerCon IX was made possible through the efforts of federal government volunteers in collaboration with the Cyber Fusion Innovation Center, Army Cyber Institute at West Point, and Army Cyber Technology & Innovation Center. Organizers expressed gratitude to the Georgia Cyber Innovation & Training Center for hosting the event, reinforcing Augusta’s role as a hub for U.S. Army cyber operations.

Article by multiple RFHC contributors.

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