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for our continuing Tech Tuesday Breakfast Series!
November 2, 2026 at 7:30AM
Hudson Alpha Atrium at – 601 Genome Way
Breakfast Provided
Speaker: Brent Ricks "The Hulk"
Topic: Who's the Boss? You or the Bot?
Security, Oversight, and Accountability in AI-Assisted Development
Overview: Artificial intelligence is changing how we develop software, but just because AI can do something doesn't mean we should blindly let it. Through a live demonstration of AI-assisted desktop application development using OpenAI Codex and the Model Context Protocol (MCP), we'll explore the opportunities and security considerations that come with giving AI the ability to write code, execute commands, make decisions, and interact with development environments.
The discussion will focus on maintaining human oversight, understanding your codebase, managing permissions, and recognizing the risks of granting AI excessive autonomy. After all, AI may be doing the work, but you're still the boss; and ultimately responsible for the results.
"Just Because It Can Doesn't Mean You Should Let It."
BIO: Brent L. Ricks is a Cloud Solution Architect, Software Engineer, and former Microsoft Certified Trainer with more than 25 years of experience spanning creative design, software development, and enterprise technology. Beginning his career in art, multimedia, and web development, Brent's journey took him from building websites and technology solutions for small businesses and startups to architecting enterprise applications and secure systems for major corporations and federal government organizations. A former Cloud Solution Architect with Microsoft Federal, his experience includes software engineering, cloud architecture, security-minded DevOps, and emerging technologies, with extensive work supporting Department of Defense environments. Brent brings a unique blend of creative thinking, technical expertise, and hands-on problem-solving to his work. Passionate about mentoring and knowledge sharing, he believes that understanding the technology we build is just as important as knowing how to build it.
Hors d'oeuvres and Cocktails will be served
Join us for a day of strategic foresight, hands-on workshops and expert-led innovation.
Please join us for Cyber Day — an exclusive gathering of leaders, innovators and security experts at the forefront of national defense. As we navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape in 2026, this event is designed to provide you with the strategic foresight and technical depth needed to stay ahead of modern adversaries.
Attendees will gain clarity on emerging compliance mandates, including CNSA 2.0 cryptographic transitions, DoD IL5/IL6 roadmaps and OMB M-21-31 log retention frameworks. Interactive demos and on-demand Ultimate Test Drive (UTD) lab environments will be accessible throughout the day.
Join UAH I²C and ARC, in collaboration with AWS, Palo Alto Networks and UAH CCRE, for From Click to Cloud: Continuous Cyber Defense — a focused ARC Hyperconference on practical cybersecurity readiness, Zero Trust, continuous monitoring and the path from NIST SP 800-171 requirements to operational resilience.
Designed for cybersecurity leaders, government contractors, technology teams and risk professionals, the program features two expert talks, two practitioner panels and a networking reception. DETAILS:
High signal. Zero fluff. Capacity is limited. See you there!
December 1, 2026 at 7:30AM
Topic: Shadow AI: Why It Shows Up and How to Win It Back
Speaker: Matt McKenzie
Overview: Most organizations already have shadow AI, people quietly using unsanctioned tools because the approved path is slower or doesn't exist. This talk looks at the behavioral reasons people reach for those tools, why bans tend to fail, and how to make the sanctioned option genuinely the easiest and most valuable one. We'll cover what counts as compliant in CUI and CMMC environments, from GCC High and GovCloud models to private, air-gapped deployments, so you can enable your people without widening your risk. Bio: Matt McKenzie is the CEO of Meaningful AI and a technology entrepreneur with a 25-year career leading AI, data science, and software initiatives for organizations including Toyota North America, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Nucor, and Kimberly Clark. Today his firm helps organizations put AI to work securely and practically, with engagements across highly regulated industries including utilities like Southern Company. He co-founded Alloy Digital and is certified in AI Business Strategy from Johns Hopkins.
Are you ready to register for next year's 2027 AI Symposium? It is scheduled for January 26th-28th. There are several sponsorships and booth opportunities still available.
Registration for the 2027 AI Symposium is now open. Visit the website to view the full agenda and our keynote speakers, https://www.rocketcenter.com/2026-AI-Symposium. Looking forward to seeing you there!
To Register
https://go.regform.com/#!/registration/mjNppyX/info
Register Early. Save $500. Reserve Your Gala Table Before Early Bird Pricing Takes Flight!
Forces of Cyber Gala 2027!
February 13, 2027
Scholarships, Awards, Dinner, Dancing, Black Tie Optional
Join Us for the Forces of Cyber Gala 2027!
Cyber Huntsville is proud to host the 2027 Forces of Cyber Gala, an evening dedicated to celebrating the high acheiving student, leaders, innovators, and visionaries driving the future of cybersecurity.
When: Saturday, February 13, 2027, at 6:00 PM CST
Where: USSRC Davidson Center, 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805
Don’t miss your chance to secure your spot at this prestigious event. Connect with industry experts, government leaders, and cybersecurity professionals in the heart of Huntsville.
Why Attend?
Let’s come together to honor the Forces of Cyber! #CyberHuntsville #ForcesOfCyberGala #Cybersecurity #Networking #Innovation
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