IDGA PRESENTS
Advancing the technologies and strategies that protect the homeland, with a dedicated focus on biometrics, identity and law enforcement.
March 9 - 10, 2027 | MGM Hotel and Casino, National Harbor, MD
Two Summits. One Pass.
Two summits are better than one! Your event pass also gives you access to IDGA's Biometrics for Government & Law Enforcement Summit. Twice the insights, twice the networking, and twice the opportunities!
MARCH 9-10, 2027
Defining the Future of Homeland Security through Innovation and Collaboration
For two decades, Homeland Security Week has brought together the leaders responsible for protecting the United States against the threats of today and tomorrow.
Bringing together 750+ attendees across both summits, Homeland Security Week 2027 will convene senior leaders from the Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, federal agencies, state and local law enforcement, critical infrastructure, and industry. Together, they address one critical question: "How can we best protect the U.S. homeland against an increasingly complex and evolving threat environment?"
Now celebrating its 20th year, Homeland Security Week 2027 will once again provide a forum for the government and industry communities to examine emerging threats, share operational priorities, and identify the technologies and capabilities needed to strengthen homeland security.
Across two days, the Summit will explore the challenges and innovations shaping the future of the mission, including artificial intelligence, cloud and cybersecurity, biometrics and identity, counter-UAS capabilities, border security and management, critical infrastructure resilience, intelligence, emerging technologies, and more.
For the first time ever, we're co-locating the Biometrics for Government and Law Enforcement Summit with Homeland Security Week. Join us to hear how government is defending identity against AI-driven fraud, connecting biometric data safely across jurisdictions, and fielding next-generation identity capability at operational scale.
Join us March 9-10, 2027, at the MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino, MD, for two days of keynote briefings, expert panels, technology showcases, and unparalleled networking as we celebrate 20 years of Homeland Security Week and chart the future of homeland security together.
2027 Speaker Line-up
Rodney Scott
Commissioner
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Paul Courtney
Chief Procurement Officer
Department of Homeland Security (accepted, pending approval)
Robert Cekada
Director
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives
Matthew Allen
Chief of Operations
Drug Enforcement Administration
Rosario Vasquez
Chief
Border Patrol
Diane Sahakian
(A) Executive Assistant Commissioner, Enterprise Services
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Michael Fullerton
Assistant Secretary, Office for State and Local Law Enforcement
Department of Homeland Security
Jay Alalasundaram
Deputy Assistant Commissioner, SAS, OIT
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Rear Admiral (USCG; Ret.) Christopher Tomney
Director, Office of Homeland Security Situational Awareness
Department of Homeland Security
Baibhav Devkota
Executive Director, Border Enforcement & Management Systems Directorate
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
James Thom
Executive Director, Domain Awareness Security Operations, AMO
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Brett Leatherman
Assistant Director, Cyber Division
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Sean Ryan
Assistant Director, Operational Technology
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Jeffrey Caroll
Interim Chief of Police
Metropolitan Police Department
Kevin Davis
Chief
Fairfax County Police Department
Captain Patrick Thompson
Technical Director, PEO-C5I Infrastructure
U.S. Coast Guard
Aija Kalnaja
Deputy Executive Director for Capabilities (DED-CAP)
Frontex
Dr. Jesse Hillman
Chief Information Officer and EVP
DC Water
Sean Stalzer
Vice President, Cyber Security; Chief Information Security Officer
Dominion Energy
Scott Brecht
Chief of Police
United States Park Police
Helmut Spahn
Director Safety, Security and Access
FIFA
Eric Rhodes
Senior Vice President, Security
Monumental Sports & Entertainment
Brian Zumwalt
Director, Security & Parking
Dallas Cowboys & AT&T Stadium
Joseph Seminara
Vice President of Security
New York Mets
Phil Walker
Head of Risk Assessment, Analysis, and C4
FIFA World Cup 2026
Nael Samha
Executive Director, Targeting and Analysis Systems Program Directorate
US Customs and Border Protection
Daniel Tanciar
Executive Assistant Administrator, Technology & Systems
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Adina Pantella
Executive Director, Passenger Systems Program Directorate
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Warren Harris
Chief, Identity Intelligence Division (I2D)
Office of the Under Secretary of Defense, Department of Defense
Eric Peters
Director National Targeting Center - Passenger
U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP)
Timothy A. Ferguson
Assistant Director (AD), Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS)
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Marisol Cruz Cain
Director, Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Government Accountability Office (GAO)
Lucas Zarwell
Director, Office of Investigative and Forensic Sciences
National Institute of Justice (NIJ)
Lieutenant Dominic M. Sottile
Assistant Division Commander
Virginia State Police (VSP)
William McVey
Director, Public Safety
Bensalem Township Police Department
Brady Mills
Chief of the Crime Laboratory Division
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
Tim Roufa
Portfolio Director, Identity Credentialing
American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA)
Sam Creech
Digital Transormation Advisor, Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Ohio Department of Public Safety
Sarah P. Chu
Director of Policy and Reform, Perlmutter Center for Legal Justice
Cardazo School of Law
Kevin Bowyer
Schubmehl-Prein Family Professor Emeritus, Computer Science and Engineering
University of Notre Dame
Vishal Patel
Associate Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Johns Hopkins University
Brett Young
Assistant Deputy Commissioner of Innovation and Technology
Georgia Department of Driver Services
Matt Van Norton
Sr. Director of Security and Public Safety
Washington Commanders
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Expand Your Knowledge Ahead of the Summit
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President Trump's FY2026 Budget Report
This exclusive report provides a clear, agency-by-agency analysis of the FY2026 DHS budget request, examining what’s changing, what’s being scaled back, and what this means for government and industry stakeholders alike.
How FIFA Is Preparing for Drone Threats
Exclusive interview with G.B. Jones, Chief Safety & Security Officer, FIFA World Cup 2026 on how FIFA is tackling drone threats ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Covers risks, counter-UAS strategy, and collaboration needed to secure a complex, multi-city international tournament.
Insights from the DoW on Drone Threats
This exclusive report examines how the U.S. Department of War and its federal partners are addressing the rise of advanced drone threats, and what these changes signal for the future of homeland security.
Nelson Balido previews HSW 2026
Exclusive Interview with summit chairman, Nelson Balido on key takeaways from Homeland Security Week 2026. Covering border security priorities, cross-border collaboration, Coast Guard modernization, and evolving threats shaping homeland security discussions.
Download the 2027 agenda
Wondering What's In Store?
Bringing together 750+ senior leaders from DHS, CBP, DOJ, DoW, federal law enforcement agencies, state and local authorities, and industry partners, the 2027 agenda reflects the most pressing priorities shaping the future of U.S. homeland security.
From border security and counter-UAS operations to cybersecurity, AI and emerging technologies, public safety, biometrics, and identity management, the summit will explore the evolving threats, operational challenges, and technological advancements transforming national security.
With 60+ expert speakers, real-world case studies, and expanded networking opportunities across Homeland Security Week and the co-located Biometrics for Government & Law Enforcement Summit, attendees will gain actionable insights, exchange best practices, and build partnerships to strengthen national security and cross-agency collaboration.
Event Highlights
Watch the 2026 Highlights Video
Catch the energy, insight, and collaboration that defined the 2026 event in our official highlights video.
Bringing together senior leaders from across homeland security, law enforcement, government agencies, critical infrastructure, and industry, the summit explored the most pressing threats, priorities, and technologies shaping the future of national security. From border security and cyber resilience to emergency response, intelligence sharing, and emerging technologies, the agenda reflected the evolving challenges facing the homeland security community today.
Watch the highlights to see why Homeland Security Week continues to be a must-attend event for those driving mission success across the security landscape, and get a preview of what’s to come in 2027.
Become A Sponsor
Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities
Take part in the premier U.S. forum dedicated to the homeland security ecosystem, bringing together senior officials from DHS, CBP, DOJ, federal agencies, state and local law enforcement, and leading industry providers for two days of strategic discussion, collaboration, and innovation.
Whether your objective is to break into new markets, strengthen your position as a trusted security technology provider, or engage directly with government and law enforcement decision-makers, Homeland Security Week 2027, co-located with Biometrics for Government & Law Enforcement, offers an ideal platform to showcase your solutions and build valuable connections.
With 750+ attendees across both summits, sponsors will benefit from expanded visibility and access to both audiences through a shared exhibition hall, alongside thought leadership opportunities and tailored networking designed to support their business objectives.
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