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ATARC’s Advancing Missions with AI Summit

August 2, 2023, 7:30 AM - 3 PM ET | Marriott Marquis, Washington, DC

6.0 CPE Credits Available for this Event***

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7:30 AM

Registration   |    Breakfast

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8:30 AM

Keynote Briefing

Donald Bauer

Donald Bauer

Chief Technology Officer, Office of Technology Services, Global Talent Management, Executive Office, U.S. Department of State

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8:45 AM

Visionary Panel: Advancing with AI: Opportunities and Challenges in the Federal Government

Artificial Intelligence has emerged as a powerful tool with transformative potential in the Federal Government. This panel aims to explore the application of AI technologies in various government sectors, such as healthcare, transportation, and public safety.
Panelists will discuss the opportunities AI presents for streamlining processes, improving decision-making, and enhancing citizen services. Additionally, they will address the challenges associated with implementing AI in a governmental context, including privacy concerns, ethical considerations, and the need for transparent and accountable AI systems. Through this panel, participants will gain insights into the evolving landscape of AI in the Federal Government.

Chakib Chraibi

Chakib Chraibi

Chief Data Scientist, National Technical Information Service, U.S. Department of Commerce

Param Soni

Param Soni

Chief Information Officer, Bureau of Economic Analysis, U.S. Department of Commerce

Brien Lorenze

Brien Lorenze

Chief Data Officer, Pandemic Response Accountability Committee, Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency

Damian Kostiuk

Damian Kostiuk

Deputy Chief Data Officer, Office of the Chief Data Officer, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Dr. Heather Martin

Dr. Heather Martin

Acting Director, Office of Plans, Programs, and Strategies, Directorate for Data and Digital Innovation, National Geospatial Intelligence Agency

Moderator: Jory Heckman

Moderator: Jory Heckman

Reporter, Federal News Network

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10:00 AM

Emerging Technology Talk

Embracing the AI Revolution in SecOps

Modern applications, workloads and microservices are generating vast amounts of data faster than most security operations centers (SOCs) can adapt. And security teams operating on a legacy SOC model can spend hours — even days — triaging a single threat event. How can SOC teams outpace modern threats? By fighting technology with technology and leaning into AI to augment analysts, SOC teams can amp up their defenses and focus on more critical issues.

Drew Epperson

Drew Epperson

Senior Director, Federal Engineering and Chief Architect, Palo Alto Networks Federal

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10:15 AM

Visionary Panel: ChatGPT: Impacts on the Federal Government

ChatGPT, an advanced language model developed by OpenAI, has become a game-changer in the realm of human-machine interactions. The release of ChatGPT to the public has led to numerous conversations about its potential role in Federal government IT ecosystems. This panel will delve into the transformative role of ChatGPT in modernizing technology across various industries.

Experts will explore real-world applications of ChatGPT, such as virtual assistants, customer support systems, and content creation. Moreover, panelists will address the challenges and limitations of ChatGPT, including bias and ethical considerations, and propose strategies for leveraging its capabilities responsibly.

Lt. Col Joseph Chapa

Lt. Col Joseph Chapa

Chief Responsible AI Officer, Chief Data and AI Office, U.S Department of the Air Force

CDR Jonathan White

CDR Jonathan White

Branch Chief, Cloud and Data, U.S. Coast Guard

Sunil Madhugiri

Sunil Madhugiri

Chief Technology Officer, Office of Information and Technology, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Pending Agency Approval)

Jonathan Feibus

Jonathan Feibus

Chief Information Security Officer, Deputy Director, Governance and Enterprise Management Services Division, Nuclear Regulatory Commission

David Na

David Na

IT Specialist, Data Science, Information, Data & Analytics Services, Cloud AIML Foundations Lead, National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Andy Hoagland

Andy Hoagland

Director, Data & Analytics, Analytica

Moderator: Tobias Naegele

Moderator: Tobias Naegele

Editor in Chief, Air & Space Forces Magazine

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11:15 AM

Visionary Panel: Strengthening Defenses – Leveraging AI in Cybersecurity

The integration of Artificial Intelligence in cybersecurity has opened up new avenues for enhancing threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management. In this panel, cybersecurity experts will discuss the challenges faced in securing systems against evolving threats and how AI technologies are being employed to address these challenges.

Participants will learn about successful use cases of AI in cybersecurity, such as anomaly detection, behavioral analysis, and predictive threat intelligence. The panel will also highlight the ethical implications of AI in cybersecurity, including the risks of adversarial attacks and unintended consequences, emphasizing the importance of responsible and transparent use of AI.

Drew Malloy

Drew Malloy

Technical Director, Cyber Development Directorate, Defense Information Systems Agency

Karen Howard

Karen Howard

Executive Director, Office of Online Services, Internal Revenue Services

John Curran

John Curran

Moderator: Managing Editor, MeriTalk

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11:50 AM

Lunch   |   Emerging Technology Showcase

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1:15 PM

Keynote Briefing

Dr. Omar Hatamleh

Dr. Omar Hatamleh

Chief Advisor, Artificial Intelligence & Innovation, Goddard Space Flight Center, National Aeronautics and Space Administration

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1:30 PM

Visionary Panel: AI-Powered – Exploring the Diverse Applications of Artificial Intelligence

The Federal Government leverages Artificial Intelligence across various mission areas to achieve enhanced efficiency, informed decision-making, and improved public services. This panel will shed light on the diverse applications of AI in federal missions, including defense, healthcare, agriculture, and disaster response.
Panelists will share insights into how AI is transforming these domains, enabling autonomous systems, data-driven decision support, and predictive analytics. Additionally, they will discuss the challenges and considerations specific to each mission area, such as data privacy, interoperability, and the need for domain-specific AI expertise. Join this panel to discover the wide-ranging impact of AI on federal missions.

Landon Van Dyke

Landon Van Dyke

Chief Technology Officer, Office of Management Strategy & Solutions, Under Secretary for Management, U.S. Department of State

André Mendes

André Mendes

Chief Information Officer, U.S. Department of Commerce

Stephanie Wilson

Stephanie Wilson

Contracting and Agreements Officer, U.S. Army

Dr. Ola Olude-Afolabi

Dr. Ola Olude-Afolabi

AI PM & Visionary, DOC AI Center of Excellence, Office of the Chief Technology Officer, U.S. Department of Commerce

Manuel Xavier Lugo

Manuel Xavier Lugo

Head of Engagement and Innovation, Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office, U.S. Department of Defense

Maria Curi

Maria Curi

Tech Policy Reporter, Axios

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2:20 PM

Visionary Panel: Unleashing the Power of Data – AI and Analytics in the Federal Government

Data analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI) have become indispensable tools for the Federal Government to extract insights, drive evidence-based decision-making, and enhance operational efficiency. This panel will explore how AI techniques, including machine learning, natural language processing, and data mining, are leveraged to analyze vast amounts of data collected by government agencies.

Experts will discuss successful applications of AI in federal data analytics, such as fraud detection, predictive modeling, and policy evaluation. Moreover, they will address the challenges associated with data quality, data governance, and the responsible use of AI algorithms in the Federal government.

Joyce Padela

Joyce Padela

Chief Data Officer, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation

Christopher Alvares

Christopher Alvares

Chief Data Officer, U.S. Department of Agriculture

Ronisha Carter

Ronisha Carter

Artificial Intelligence Strategist, Chief Data & Artificial Intelligence Office, U.S. Air Force

William Kasenchar

William Kasenchar

Data Analyst, IT Category and IT Vendor Management Office, U.S. General Services Administration

Derek Johnson

Derek Johnson

Senior Reporter, SC Media

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