Security Days 2025: Securing What Matters
Hotel Grandior, Prague, Czech Republic | 8-10 April 2025
By facilitating the exchange of insights, threat intelligence and best practices, Security Days aims to bridge divides and nurture connections among cybersecurity experts and individuals with an interest in security from across the international R&E community, and beyond. As National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) continue to strengthen the infrastructure of academic and research institutions, the focus on security is more crucial than ever. “Securing What Matters” highlights the essential task of safeguarding our most critical assets encouraging to recognise and prioritise what needs to be protected. It advocates for a comprehensive approach to security, ensuring that we address the vital aspects that keep our environment safe and resilient.
Topics
Ethics in security: Ensure the services and approaches we use are ethical, designed to support users and meet societal goals such as green security initiatives.
Usability and security: Ensure that we maintain an excellent user experience that is supported and enhanced by security.
Hands on security: Explore the practical aspects of how we delivery our security services, tools and support.
Security leadership: Focus on the strategic aspects of security management, including developing a security culture within organisations, leading security teams and making informed decisions to mitigate risks.
Securing the network: Address the technical measures and best practices for protecting network infrastructure. Highlight the importance of continuous monitoring, regular update and incident response planning to maintain network integrity and protect against cyber threats.
Call for proposals
We welcome three types of submission:
Single presentations (20 minutes plus discussion)
These presentations will be grouped topically, and you will be asked by your chair to prepare for and participate in questions and discussions as part of your session.
Lightning talks (5 minutes)
Lightning talks are a rapid-fire approach to introducing a thought, idea or call for action. They will take place back to back and there is no Q&A, but there will be plenty of opportunities to network with participants after your presentation.
Panel presentations (90 minutes)
This moderated discussion can include up to four panelists. We ask that all panel proposals are fully scoped out and have speakers identified at submission.
All submissions must be written in English and all presentations must be given in English.
GÉANT Security Days does not support any remote contributions as the conference is a networking in-person event. If in-person participation is not possible for you, please reach out to the event organisers before submitting your proposal.
NOTE: As part of your submission, we ask you to give us your name and email address. We collect this personal data so that we can inform you of the outcome of the marking process. Please see the
Sponsorship
You are invited to showcase your brand, products and services to our international audience of security experts and professionals. We are particularly interested in collaborating with organisations that provide awareness materials, training services, and other relevant commercial solutions.
A Sponsor Ticket (1,000 Euros) includes:
Five minute pitch session
Present your products, services, or innovations to an engaged audience during a dedicated pitch session.
Prominent lobby presence
Set up a table and display your banner (bring your own) in the lobby area, ensuring high visibility and interaction with attendees.
Networking opportunities
Connect with potential customers and partners, and industry professionals throughout the conference.
Additional opportunities
Are you interested in sponsoring the conference’s lanyards or the welcome drinks reception? Do you have a proposal in mind? We are happy to offer a range of options to suit a variety of budgets and requirements and maximise our sponsors’ visibility and exposure at the event.
To find out more about tailored sponsorship packages please get in touch via the contact form - we would love to hear from you!
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Location
Prague is a city of a thousand spires, where history and culture meet in a stunning display of architectural beauty. Whether you are interested in exploring Prague Castle, crossing the iconic Charles Bridge, admiring the intricate Astronomical Clock, or enjoying the nightlife, Prague has something for everyone. Prague is also a hub of innovation and creativity, hosting conferences, festivals, and events throughout the year.
Venue
Hotel Grandior Prague, Na Poříčí 42, 110 00 Prague 1, Czech Republic
Hotel Grandior is closely located to the many attractions offered by Prague Old Town, making it an excellent choice for conference participants. The hotel offers convenient access to the central train station, subway (Station Florenc, metro line B + C) or the tram stops nearby, and has a car park onsite.