Driving Mission Resilience Through AI-Powered Cybersecurity Breadcrumb Home Driving Mission Resilience Through AI-Powered Cybersecurity June 01, 2026 As federal agencies continue navigating an increasingly complex cyber threat landscape, the need for faster decision-making, resilient operations, and mission-ready security strategies has never been greater. At this year’s AFCEA TechNet Cyber, Optiv + ClearShark will join government and industry leaders to explore how agencies can strengthen cybersecurity operations and dominate the digital battlespace through the operationalization of AI. Hosted annually as one of the premier cybersecurity events supporting the defense and federal technology community, TechNet Cyber brings together military leaders, federal decision-makers, systems integrators, and technology innovators to discuss the future of cyber defense. This year’s conference theme centers on enabling agencies to operate with greater speed, precision, and adaptability in the face of evolving threats — a mission that closely aligns with Optiv + ClearShark’s approach to federal cybersecurity modernization. Throughout the event, the Optiv + ClearShark team will engage with attendees on practical strategies for accelerating mission outcomes through AI-enabled cybersecurity operations. Conversations will focus on how agencies can modernize Security Operations Centers (SOCs), improve visibility across hybrid environments, streamline identity and access management initiatives, and reduce operational complexity while maintaining compliance requirements. Rather than treating AI as a future-state concept, the team will demonstrate how agencies can operationalize AI today to improve analyst efficiency, accelerate threat response, and strengthen mission resilience across the enterprise. Representing Optiv + ClearShark at TechNet Cyber will be leaders from across the organization, including experts supporting Army and DISA customers, as well as members of the company’s channel alliances, revenue, and strategic marketing teams. In addition to activities at the Optiv + ClearShark booth, the team will also collaborate with strategic technology partners throughout the conference, including Splunk, where discussions and demonstrations will highlight AI-driven approaches to threat detection, security analytics, and operational efficiency. Visitors are encouraged to stop by, connect with the team, and ask an important question: How can we help solve your next toughest cybersecurity challenge? For those unable to attend in person, the conversation will continue beyond Baltimore. On June 18, Optiv + ClearShark will partner with Nutanix for an upcoming FedInsider webinar focused on how federal agencies can operationalize AI to improve cybersecurity outcomes and mission effectiveness across the defense sector. We look forward to connecting with customers, partners, and federal leaders at TechNet Cyber 2026. Follow Optiv + ClearSharkLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/clearsharkYouTube: www.youtube.com/c/OptivInc By: Brandon Norris Brandon Norris is a seasoned marketing leader, brand builder, and content creator currently serving as Senior Manager of Strategic Marketing at Optiv + ClearShark. In this role, he drives visibility, engagement, and growth across federal cybersecurity and technology solutions, helping to communicate the value of cutting-edge cybersecurity services to government audiences. Prior to joining Optiv + ClearShark, Brandon held leadership roles in technology marketing — including at KTL Solutions, where he led strategic initiatives for a major Microsoft partner. Known for his growth-oriented mindset and passion for impactful storytelling, Brandon combines creativity with data-driven strategy to elevate brands and strengthen audience connections. About Optiv + ClearSharkTM Optiv + ClearShark is a cybersecurity and IT solutions provider focused exclusively on serving the U.S. federal government. From the data center, cloud and to the edge, we have decades of experience securing and modernizing federal agency data and infrastructure. Our world-class advisory and engineering team is comprised of mission-focused, results-driven subject-matter experts with deep technology and agency domain knowledge and security clearances. Part of Optiv, the cyber advisory and solutions leader, Optiv + ClearShark partners with federal agencies to advise, deploy and operate complete cybersecurity programs.
About Optiv + ClearSharkTM Optiv + ClearShark is a cybersecurity and IT solutions provider focused exclusively on serving the U.S. federal government. From the data center, cloud and to the edge, we have decades of experience securing and modernizing federal agency data and infrastructure. Our world-class advisory and engineering team is comprised of mission-focused, results-driven subject-matter experts with deep technology and agency domain knowledge and security clearances. Part of Optiv, the cyber advisory and solutions leader, Optiv + ClearShark partners with federal agencies to advise, deploy and operate complete cybersecurity programs.