As near-peer adversaries escalate cyber capabilities, the Department of Defense faces a new reality: mission-critical systems must not only function under attack—they must thrive. Cyber survivability - the ability for systems to continue functioning and maintain operational support even after experiencing cyber disruptions - is no longer a compliance checkbox, it's a core enabler of mission assurance. This session explores how forward-leaning defense leaders are shifting from reactive security to proactive cyber resilience—integrating survivability into system design, testing, and operations. Hear how Joint Staff priorities, evolving guidance, and real-world threat scenarios are driving a new wave of innovation in securing national defense assets against nation-state actors.
