About Us
BSides SWFL is a community-built cybersecurity event where professionals, students, and enthusiasts come together to share ideas, gain hands-on experience, and grow the local infosec community. We celebrate curiosity, support newcomers, and provide a space where everyone can contribute.
BSides Southwest Florida (BSides SWFL) is a community-driven cybersecurity conference designed to create space for open conversation, hands-on learning, and professional growth. As part of the global Security BSides movement, our event brings together a diverse mix of security professionals, students, researchers, and curious minds to explore and advance the field of information security.
Our mission is to provide a welcoming, inclusive environment where people of all skill levels can connect, share knowledge, and collaborate on solutions to today's cybersecurity challenges. We believe in lowering barriers to entry, uplifting new voices, and creating opportunities to grow and give back to the community.
BSides SWFL offers engaging talks, interactive villages, workshops, and opportunities to connect. Whether you're just beginning your journey or you've been in the industry for years, BSides SWFL is a place where you can share, learn, and be part of something meaningful.
Traditional conferences often come with barriers: cost, exclusivity, or limited speaker slots. BSides flips the script by offering a platform where more voices can be heard, and more people can participate. We're here to celebrate curiosity, encourage growth, and help build a stronger, more resilient security community in Southwest Florida.