BSidesSLC
BSidesSLC is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) run, conference focused on cybersecurity. At this conference you can expect to meet & network with industry experts, many of whom are located throughout Utah.
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This year's event will take place April 9-10, 2026 at the Conference Center at Miller Campus
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Members of the Community & Event Organizers are available to the public via Discord: Click Here to Join the BSidesSLC Discord!
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What is BSidesSLC?
BSidesSLC is a Community driven Cyber Security event tailored to help individuals who have an interest in learning more about Cyber Security. When people connect, relationships are forged that strengthen our community and enhance individual careers. So come and strike up invigorating conversations with cyber security professionals!
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Learn, Train, Compete, & Network!
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For the People, By the People!
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE PAST
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Keynote 2025
Scott Piper
Scott Piper lives in Salt Lake City, and works as Principal Cloud Security Researcher at Wiz. His career in cybersecurity has spanned from the NSA to tech companies, and he has focused exclusively on AWS security since 2017. He has created open-source tools, such as CloudMapper, and the CTF flaws.cloud, and has been referred to as the Internet's cloud security historian.
Speakers
Speakers for our 2025 event!
Sessions
Example sessions for our 2025 event
Research
Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will cover everything from the 101 Basics to the latest Trends including:
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New Exploit Vectors
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Practical Countermeasures
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Detection Methods for TTPs
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Sessions typically range from 25 minutes to 50 minutes, with speakers frequently being available for Q&A afterwards.
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Panels
Cybersecurity Experts will gather together to discuss recent hot topics within the industry. Panels will be moderated and focused in one of the following areas:
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Breaking Into InfoSec
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Red VS. Blue
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Pathways to Leadership
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These sessions typically are 50 minutes, with panelist frequently answering questions from the audience.
Workshops
Hands-on workshops help train up new members of the cybersecurity community in the basics of the industry. This includes the following topics:
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Raspberry Pi Pico 101 Basics
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Network Traffic Analysis and Suricata Signatures Lab
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Metasploit Intro & 101 Basics​
Sessions typically range from 2 hours to 4 hours, with trainers frequently helping students through hands-on labs.
Exclusive BSidesSLC 2025 Electronic Badge
VIP & Electronic Badge Tickets
Enhance your BSidesSLC experience with the exclusive Electronic Badge, available with select tickets! This custom-built badge is designed for hackers, makers, and cybersecurity enthusiasts, offering endless opportunities for creativity and customization.
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Key Features:
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ESP32-S3-WROOM Microcontroller – Powerful and efficient for custom projects.
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LoRa Module – Enable long-range communication with other badges.
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25 Addressable LEDs – Fully customizable for unique visual effects.
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TFT Display – Dynamic screen for displaying custom graphics and data.
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Power Options – Powered via Micro USB or 3 AA batteries (regulated at 3.3V).
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Hackable and Programmable – Easily program with just a laptop and a Micro USB cable.
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Expansion Ready – 3 minibadge slots for future add-ons.
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Custom Meshtastic Firmware – Open-source firmware designed for mesh networking.
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Convenient Controls – UART connection points, Reset and Flash buttons, and a power switch for toggling between USB and battery modes.​
Expand Your Badge at Future Events!
Unlock even more potential with exclusive add-on components available at BSidesCache and BSidesRedRocks later this year. Continue building your badge and expand its capabilities by attending all BSides Utah events!
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Discover, hack, and create with this one-of-a-kind badge at BSidesSLC!
Contests
Win prizes when you grow your skills via our various contests!
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Prizes to be announced!
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Individuals must be physically present in the room at the time of the closing ceremony to win a prize.
