From Reactive to Ready: A Framework for AI-Era Cyber Risks

Name: From Reactive to Ready: A Framework for AI-Era Cyber Risks
Start: 2026-10-23
End: 2026-10-23

Organized by Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC)

A one-hour Zoom session, listed by NVTC, on strengthening cybersecurity against AI-enabled threats without replacing existing security programs. Speaker Savvas Georgopoulos of Next-Gen AI Advisors draws on NIST guidance, including its developing Cyber AI Profile. Topics include an 80/20 approach to prioritizing risk, assessing AI risk posture and continuous AI-enabled monitoring.

What to expect

This one-hour virtual session from the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) presents a framework for managing cyber risk as AI changes the threat landscape. Speaker Savvas Georgopoulos of Next-Gen AI Advisors will share practical strategies for strengthening cybersecurity without overhauling existing security programs, with the aim of helping organizations move from reacting to incidents to being prepared for them.

Who should attend

Founders, executives and technology or security leads who want to tighten their cyber posture around AI without a full rebuild. It is especially relevant for early-stage companies selling into enterprise or government customers in the DMV, where security questions often come up during procurement and due diligence.

Speaker

Savvas Georgopoulos, Next-Gen AI Advisors.

How to join online

The session takes place on Zoom on Friday, October 23, 2026. Registration is required to receive the Zoom join details. Start time and pricing are not shown on NVTC's listing, so confirm them on the registration form.

How to register

Register through the Zoom registration page, which is linked from the event listing on NVTC's website. NVTC's calendar also lists other October events, including the NVTC Cyber Summit and Cyber50 Awards on October 28, for founders who want to go deeper on cybersecurity.

Frequently asked questions

Is this event in person?

No. It is held virtually on Zoom; the join link comes after registration.

Who is speaking?

Savvas Georgopoulos of Next-Gen AI Advisors.

Do I need to rebuild my security program to apply the ideas?

No. NVTC describes the session as practical strategies for strengthening cybersecurity without overhauling existing security programs.

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