As adversaries and cyber threats grew more sophisticated and AI rapidly evolved, robust and resilient security practices became paramount for state and local governments safeguarding critical services and sensitive data for their citizens.

Attendees joined the State of Georgia Security Day on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at the Google Atlanta office to gain critical insights into the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and strategies. This event was tailored to the unique needs of state and local entities.

What to expect: Attendees heard from Mandiant experts in threat intelligence, incident response, and AI security on cutting-edge approaches to fortifying security protocols.

Participants learned how to:

• Become measurably resilient to rapidly evolving cyber threats

• Secure cloud infrastructure against emerging threats

• Implement best practices for data protection in the age of generative AI

• Foster a proactive cybersecurity culture within their organizations

• Address the challenges posed by generative AI and its impact on state and local government security