Call for Proposals
Share Your Expertise at the 2027 CAE in Cyber Symposium
The CAE in Cybersecurity Community Symposium invites faculty, researchers, administrators, and partners from across the National Centers of Academic Excellence (NCAE) network to submit presentation proposals that highlight innovation, collaboration, and impact in cybersecurity education.
Each year, the Symposium provides a national platform for members of the CAE Community to share ideas, showcase best practices, and explore emerging topics that advance cybersecurity teaching, research, and workforce development.
General Session Call for Proposals
The CAE in Cybersecurity Community National Center (CNC) will be accepting General Session presentation proposals. This category offers a unique opportunity for presenters to share work that resonates across all Communities of Practice (CoPs) — including CAE-Cyber Defense (CD), Cyber Operations (CO), Research (R), and Cyber AI (CAI).
WHO SHOULD SUBMIT
We welcome submissions from:
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CAE Faculty and Program Directors
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Institutional Points of Contact (POCs)
LIMIT
Each presenter may submit up to one Short and one Community Feature proposal for consideration.
DEADLINE
Submission deadline is to be announced.
GENERAL SESSION PRESENTATION OPTIONS
COMMUNITY FEATURES
Broader talks highlighting collaborations, results, or initiatives that impact the CAE Community at large.
SHORTS
Brief, high-impact presentations focused on innovative ideas, projects, or emerging research.
PROPOSAL TOPICS
While specific focus areas will be announced soon, proposals may include, but are not limited to topics such as:
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Innovative cybersecurity teaching and learning strategies
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Program development and curriculum design
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Workforce pathways and student engagement initiatives
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Research collaborations and applied cybersecurity projects
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Integration of AI and emerging technologies in cybersecurity education
Community of Practice (CoP)-Led Breakout Sessions
Each Community of Practice will independently manage its own Call for Proposals for breakout sessions. Members are encouraged to submit proposals directly to their respective CoP when CFPs open.
Stay tuned for submission details and deadlines for each CoP.
SESSION CHAIRS WILL:
→ Coordinate session logistics and ensure presenters are prepared.
→ Introduce speakers and manage time during live sessions.
→ Moderate Q&A segments and maintain audience engagement.
TRACK CHAIRS WILL:
→ Oversee proposal review and acceptance decisions within their designated topic area.
→ Collaborate with the CNC to ensure topic diversity and balance across the agenda.
→ Serve as primary points of contact for presenters within their track.
Responsibilities and Expectations for Session and Track Chairs
Each Community of Practice and the CNC will appoint Session and Track Chairs to support the organization, review, and facilitation of accepted sessions.
These roles are critical to maintaining the quality, organization, and professional flow of the Symposium program.