As Federal, State and Local agencies accelerate their modernization initiatives, DevSecOps has evolved from an emerging practice to a mission-critical capability. Integrating security at the speed of development is a foundational requirement for agencies seeking to deliver innovative services while maintaining rigorous compliance and protecting sensitive data. Carahsoft Technology Corp., The Trusted Government IT Solutions Provider®, has been at the forefront of this transformation, serving as the central hub connecting Government agencies with the industry’s leading DevSecOps solutions, platforms and expertise. Through our extensive partner ecosystem and Government contract vehicles, we enable Public Sector organizations to operationalize secure software delivery at scale. The events below represent essential opportunities for Government IT leaders, developers, security professionals and acquisition teams to explore cutting-edge DevSecOps methodologies, connect with mission-focused innovators and gain actionable insights that can be immediately applied to their agency’s secure delivery transformation.
RSA Conference
March 23-26 | San Francisco, CA | In-Person Event
In 2026, the theme “The Power of Community” underscores that effective DevSecOps is a collaborative effort between people, processes and technology. As Government agencies work to meet modern mandates, integrating security at the speed of development is now a mission requirement. The RSA Conference provides a vital forum for Public Sector professionals to explore how automation, artificial intelligence (AI) and community-driven innovation can secure the software supply chain and accelerate digital transformation.
Sessions to look out for:
- How to Secure Containerized Applications from Supply Chain Attacks
- Chainloop: Inside Modern Software Factory: Why Bolted-On Security Fails in the AI Era
- Techstrong Seminar: AI NativeDev and the Next Evolution of DevSecOps
Carahsoft serves as the central hub for the Public Sector community at RSA, beginning with the 13th Annual RSA Public Sector Day on Monday, March 23rd. Sessions will focus on FedRAMP cloud architectures, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance and modernizing state cyber defenses. We invite our partners and Government customers to join us at this dedicated forum to discuss mission-specific challenges and network with the leaders shaping the future of Public Sector security. To facilitate cross-agency networking, Carahsoft will host our signature Public Sector Reception on Tuesday evening, March 24th, providing a dedicated venue for Federal, State and Local officials to connect with peers and explore tailored solutions for their specific mission requirements.
F5 AppWorld Public Sector Symposium
April 8-10 | McLean, VA | In-Person Event
This event serves as a dedicated gathering for IT, DevSecOps, cloud and application delivery professionals in the Government community. Hosted by F5, the symposium brings together Public Sector leaders, solution architects, engineers and ecosystem partners to explore strategies for securing, scaling and optimizing modern applications, Application Programing Interfaces (APIs), hybrid networking and cloud environments. Attendees will experience hands-on labs, customer success stories and deep-dive sessions led by F5 experts that cover topics such as AI-driven application protection, hybrid multicloud networking, Zero Trust strategies and modernizing legacy systems. This symposium provides Government professionals with the opportunity to sharpen technical skills, engage with real-world use cases and connect with a community focused on advancing mission outcomes through secure, high-performing application infrastructure.
Carahsoft is proud to serve as the host sponsor of F5 Public Sector Symposium 2026, bringing together Government IT, DevSecOps, networking, cloud and application delivery professionals with the experts and technologies that enable mission success. As F5’s trusted Public Sector distributor and a long-standing partner, Carahsoft connects Federal, State and Local agencies with F5 solutions that secure, scale and optimize application delivery across hybrid and multicloud environments. Attendees are encouraged to visit Carahsoft and our ecosystem of partners on the symposium floor to explore Government-ready tools, engage with technical demonstrations and discuss how secure delivery practices can be operationalized within agency programs.
Team ’26 by Atlassian
May 5-7 | Anaheim, CA | In-Person Event
This conference brings together the global community of practitioners and leaders at the Anaheim Convention Center to explore the future of modern teamwork. For DevSecOps professionals, this conference is a vital touchpoint for learning how to bake security and compliance directly into the developer experience. As agencies scale their collaborative environments, this conference highlights the tools and methodologies needed to bridge the gap between building software and maintaining a rigorous security posture. Attendees can expect interactive learning sessions with hands-on guided exercises, demos, best practices and Q&A with Atlassian product experts designed to deepen practical knowledge on agile planning, workflow automation and modern delivery practices, as well as breakout sessions and panels on scalable teamwork exploring how teams solve real-world challenges with Atlassian tools.
Carahsoft serves as the primary Government aggregator for Atlassian‘s full suite of collaboration, agile and development tools, enabling Public Sector organizations to modernize teamwork and software delivery practices. Through our dedicated Atlassian team, Carahsoft works closely with Federal, State and Local agencies to streamline access to Atlassian solutions via a wide range of Government contract vehicles, helping agencies maximize the value of their Atlassian investments highlighted at Team ’26.
Red Hat Summit
May 11-14 | Atlanta, GA | In-Person Event
Registration for Red Hat Summit 2026 is now live. The event will convene thought leaders, practitioners and IT pioneers to explore innovations in DevSecOps, AI, hybrid cloud, automation and emerging technologies. For Public Sector agencies, this event is the premier destination to learn how to operationalize DevSecOps through hybrid cloud and automation. The 2026 agenda is built around providing technical depth and “beyond the basics” insights to help agencies maximize their investments in secure, scalable infrastructure. Key areas of focus will include application of Red Hat Technologies, AI and emerging tech, community and team innovation and development best practices.
As a continued sponsor for 2026, Carahsoft will host a 10×10 exhibit in the expo hall. Public Sector attendees can connect with Carahsoft’s Red Hat team throughout the week to explore how open source, hybrid cloud and secure platforms are enabling modernization across their agencies. Planning to attend? Contact the Red Hat team at redhatmarketing@carahsoft.com for strategies to support your IT initiatives and make the most of your time onsite.
Offset Symposium by Second Front Systems
May 14 | Washington, D.C. | In-Person Event
This symposium brings together Government leaders, technologists and mission-focused innovators to explore how emerging software capabilities can be securely delivered to the warfighter at speed and scale. Through expert-led discussions, real-world use cases and collaborative conversations, this symposium highlights how Government and industry can work together to accelerate outcomes while maintaining compliance, security and mission alignment. This event serves as a critical forum for defense and civilian agencies seeking to understand how modern DevSecOps practices can support national security objectives and operational readiness.
Carahsoft is proud to serve as a sponsor of this event, supporting meaningful collaboration between Government and industry to advance mission-ready software solutions for the Department of War (DoW) and Federal agencies. As a leading aggregator of innovative DevSecOps technologies for the Public Sector, Carahsoft connects defense and civilian agencies with the platforms, tools and expertise needed to accelerate secure software delivery in mission-critical environments. We encourage Government attendees to engage with Carahsoft representatives and our ecosystem of partners at the symposium to explore how our Government contract vehicles and technical expertise can help operationalize the secure delivery practices and emerging capabilities discussed throughout the event.
DevOpsCon by devmio
June 1-5 | San Diego, CA | Hybrid Event
This premier global conference series brings together IT professionals, software engineers, cloud architects and DevSecOps practitioners to explore the forefront of modern software delivery. Attendees will gain deep insights into DevSecOps best practices, Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), cloud and Kubernetes adoption, platform engineering, observability and automation workflows through expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, bootcamps and interactive learning experiences. With tracks covering DevSecOps and cloud security, CI/CD pipeline optimization, Kubernetes ecosystem advancements and leadership strategies for scaling DevOps in enterprise environments, this conference equips Public Sector and industry teams with the knowledge needed to accelerate secure software delivery and operational excellence.
Sessions to look out for:
- From Perimeter Security to Continuous Trust: Practical DevSecOps for Cloud-Native Platforms
- CI/CD Workshop: From Zero to Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery
- AI-Driven Observability for Reliable Kubernetes Systems: From Incidents to Self-Healing Infrastructure
Through our deep relationships with DevSecOps technology partners and solutions providers that participate in DevOpsCon, Carahsoft helps Public Sector agencies engage with the latest methodologies in CI/CD automation, Kubernetes orchestration, cloud-native security and platform engineering. Our extensive partner ecosystem and contract vehicles make it easier for Government IT leaders to adopt the innovations showcased at DevOpsCon and accelerate their secure delivery transformations.
Carahsoft’s DevSecOps Conference
July 28 | Reston, VA | In-Person Event
Carahsoft is excited to announce the fourth annual DevSecOps Conference, an in-person forum dedicated to advancing secure software delivery across the Public Sector. As Government agencies continue to modernize their digital infrastructure, this event serves as a critical meeting point for Government leaders, systems integrators and industry thought leaders to discuss the latest updates in the evolving DevSecOps landscape. By bringing together diverse perspectives, this conference ensures that agencies are equipped to implement security and compliance at every stage of the development lifecycle. Attendees will benefit from a full day of keynote addresses, panel discussions, lightning rounds and networking opportunities focused on mission-critical DevSecOps topics, including secure automation pipelines, DevSecOps and AI integration, cloud security and compliance and cross-agency software delivery transformation. The program will feature a robust agenda of supporting panels and technical sessions designed to provide attendees with a comprehensive look at modern software development, from exploring cloud-native architectures to refining CI/CD pipelines.
Carahsoft proudly hosts the DevSecOps Conference 2026 as a signature event designed specifically for the Government DevSecOps community. As the premier Government IT solutions provider and trusted aggregator for DevSecOps technology partners, Carahsoft convenes Public Sector leaders, industry specialists and integrators to share insights, explore innovations and advance secure software delivery practices. Through this conference, Carahsoft showcases the breadth of capabilities available through our partner ecosystem and contract vehicles, helping agencies accelerate their DevSecOps journeys and operationalize secure, scalable software development across mission environments. Check out our event site closer to the date for more information. If you are a vendor interested in sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to us at DevSecOpsMarketing@Carahsoft.com.
Black Hat USA
August 1-6 | Las Vegas, NV | In-Person Event
Black Hat USA 2026 remains the world’s leading stage for cutting-edge information security research and highly technical training. For DevSecOps professionals, this event is vital for maintaining the integrity of the Software Factory against emerging vulnerabilities. While many events focus on building and deploying applications, Black Hat offers a unique “hacker’s eye view,” enabling Public Sector attendees to identify better, understand and remediate risks across CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native environments before they can be exploited. Attendees can expect hands-on security trainings for developers and engineers, technical briefings on application, cloud and infrastructure security and Arsenal tool demonstrations.
Throughout Black Hat week, Carahsoft brings together members of the Government community and industry partners to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing. A major highlight for the Government community is the Carahsoft Public Sector Reception held on Wednesday, August 5th. This exclusive event provides a dedicated venue for Federal, State and Local officials to network with industry peers and discuss how to apply the conference’s research findings to their specific mission requirements.
Conf42 DevSecOps Conference
October 15 | Online Event
Conf42 DevSecOps 2026 is a free, online conference dedicated to advancing secure software delivery practices. It brings together DevSecOps practitioners, engineers and security advocates from around the world to share practical insights and technical lessons learned across cloud security, automation, CI/CD pipeline practices, governance, identity management and vulnerability remediation. The event is designed for anyone involved in balancing speed and safety in modern DevSecOps workflows and emphasizes community-driven, thoughtful content over sales-focused presentations. Last year’s highlights included thoughtful DevSecOps keynotes and talks featuring expert insights on embedding security into development pipelines, practical technical content across tracks spanning AI, cloud, infrastructure, security and transformation and community and industry perspectives showcasing real-world examples from practitioners in diverse environments.
Carahsoft recognizes Conf42 DevSecOps 2026 as an accessible and valuable virtual forum for Government DevSecOps professionals to engage with a global community focused on secure software delivery at scale. Through our broad partner ecosystem, Carahsoft enables Public Sector teams to connect with expert insights and community-led innovation showcased at Conf42. Government attendees can leverage these engagements and Carahsoft’s Government contract offerings to adopt, implement and scale DevSecOps practices within their mission environments.
Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo
October 19-22 | Orlando, FL | In-Person Event
The Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo is one of the most influential global conferences for Chief Information Officers (CIOs), senior IT executives and technology leaders shaping enterprise and Government IT strategy. The North America event convenes thousands of attendees each year to explore Gartner’s latest research, frameworks and guidance across digital transformation, cloud adoption, cybersecurity, AI, data and modern software delivery. For Public Sector DevSecOps leaders, this symposium provides strategic insight into how secure software development, platform engineering and cloud-native practices align with broader agency modernization goals. Attendees gain executive-level perspectives on scaling technology initiatives, managing risk and operationalizing innovation across complex environments, making the event particularly valuable for leaders responsible for Software Factories and enterprise DevSecOps programs.
Carahsoft highlights Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2026 as a strategic forum for Government technology and DevSecOps leaders to connect with research-driven insights and hands-on solution innovation. With a broad ecosystem of Carahsoft partners sponsoring, exhibiting and presenting across the IT Xpo, Government attendees will have the opportunity to engage with technologies that support secure collaboration, cloud modernization, automation, threat-aware delivery and scalable software engineering. Carahsoft’s Government contract vehicles and expert partner network make it easier for Public Sector agencies to adopt and operationalize the solutions and strategic guidance featured throughout the week.
OWASP Global AppSec USA
November 2-6 | San Francisco, CA | In-Person Event
OWASP Global AppSec USA 2026 is the flagship U.S. conference hosted by the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP). This multi-day event brings together application security professionals, developers, researchers and DevSecOps practitioners to explore the latest strategies, tools and community-driven innovations that improve software safety and secure development practices. Attendees can engage with leading experts, participate in technical workshops, explore the latest open source security tools and collaborate with peers on addressing critical application security challenges.
Carahsoft highlights OWASP Global AppSec USA 2026 as a must-attend event for Government DevSecOps and secure development teams because it brings together the leading community, open source project maintainers and solution providers shaping modern application security practices. With an active roster of Carahsoft partners sponsoring and exhibiting on the expo floor, Government attendees can explore hands-on demos, engage in technical discussions and discover tools that help integrate security throughout the software delivery lifecycle. Through Carahsoft’s ecosystem and Government contract vehicles, agencies can more easily adopt and operationalize the innovative AppSec solutions and insights featured at Global AppSec.
KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America
November 9-12 | Salt Lake City, UT | In-Person Event
This event remains the premier gathering for Kubernetes and cloud-native practitioners across the global open source ecosystem. Hosted by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF), this multi-day conference brings together thousands of developers, Site Reliability Engineers (SREs), platform engineers and DevSecOps professionals to share real-world learnings, explore emerging technologies and collaborate on advancing secure, scalable cloud-native application delivery and operations. Attendees will benefit from deep-dive technical talks, maintainer-led breakout sessions, lightning talks, co-located project days and hands-on workshops focused on Kubernetes, microservices, observability, CI/CD, automation and cloud-native security. Last year’s highlights included hands-on trainings and workshops providing practical, instructor-led learning opportunities focused on Kubernetes operations, technical breakouts and maintainer-led talks showcasing the latest advancements across the CNCF ecosystem and the Project Pavilion and Expo Hall serving as a central hub for collaboration.
Carahsoft encourages Government DevSecOps and cloud engineering teams to engage with our extensive ecosystem of cloud-native and DevSecOps partners exhibiting and sponsoring KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America 2026. Across the expo floor, Carahsoft partners will showcase solutions that support Kubernetes security, containerized application delivery, observability, CI/CD automation and platform engineering. By connecting with these partners onsite, Public Sector attendees can explore how trusted, Government-ready technologies within the CNCF ecosystem can help modernize and secure cloud-native environments.
As DevSecOps continues to mature across the Public Sector, these events represent essential opportunities for Government IT leaders, developers, security professionals and acquisition teams to stay at the forefront of secure software delivery innovation. From hands-on technical workshops to strategic executive briefings, each gathering offers unique value tailored to different aspects of the DevSecOps journey. Whether you are just beginning to build out your software factory, refining CI/CD pipelines or leading enterprise-wide DevSecOps transformation, these events provide the insights, connections and solutions needed to advance your agency’s mission. Carahsoft is committed to supporting the Government DevSecOps community through our extensive partner ecosystem, Government contract vehicles and active participation at each of these events. We encourage you to attend, engage and leverage these opportunities to accelerate your secure delivery capabilities.
To learn more or get involved in any of the above events, please contact us at DevSecOpsMarketing@Carahsoft.com.
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