2007 Speaker Submission Guidelines
Abstract submissions are now closed. Thank you to all who submitted an abstract this year.
Helpful Hints for DOE CST Speakers
NEW: A specific management track and formal training has been included for those normally attending the Annual Information Management Conference. This is due to the postponement of the 2007 Annual Information Management Conference. If you are interested in submitting an Information Management abstract, refer to track #5 and follow the CST Conference submission guidelines.
Thank you for your interest in submitting an abstract. The abstract submission form will be available on Tuesday, February 20. Please check back then.
Tracks
Five tracks are planned within the framework of the following informational and training focus areas:
Track 1: Cyber Security Policy and Guidelines
Cyber security policies establish the high-level goals and outcomes for the overall DOE Cyber Security Program. Enhanced through guidance and performance metrics, the policy is in place to drive the program's implementation. Presentations in this track should focus on unique, innovative, or cost effective ways that you or your site has implemented cyber security policy or guidance. Departmental elements may also use this track to provide clarification or additional guidance for individual policies or guidelines.
Track 2: Cyber Security Architecture and Technology Solutions
Installing well-defined, high-level Department structure, processes and principles puts the Department in position to successfully manage the technology it employs. Presentations in this track should focus on standardized approaches for cost effective technology solutions. Possible topic areas might include architectural guidance, enterprise licensing of security tools and products, technology review and development processes, and unique or cost effective technology solutions to specific cyber security problems.
Track 3: Cyber Security Governance and Management
Governance and Management is supported by a collaborative effort to understand the threat landscape and identify weaknesses through compliance reviews and performance measurement. This information is fed back into the planning activities to generate both a long-term strategic plan and an annual tactical plan for the Department. Topical content for presentations in this track might include cyber security communications, education and awareness, asset management, risk assessment or management, and awards and recognition.Track 4: Cyber Security Performance Measurement
Performance measurement provides a clear and consistent way to measure success and demonstrate results for senior management. Topical content for presentations in this track might include compliance review and monitoring, managing and reporting system vulnerabilities or patch management, and cyber security metrics.
Track 5: Integration of Enterprise Architecture and Capital Planning
Optimization of IT investments can be enhanced if the well-defined Enterprise Architecture is fully integrated with a robust IT Capital Planning process. A comprehensive, integrated EA-CPIC process helps to ensure that IT investments support strategic goals, pursue appropriate transition and migration paths, incorporate all necessary security planning and implementation and achieve a maximum benefit to the organization.
Workshops
Speakers are encouraged to submit abstracts for workshops that compliment the theme and suggested tracks planned for the conference.
An electronic version of the PowerPoint presentation must be provided to the Program Committee by April 20, 2007.
Submittal Guidelines
The following guidelines are provided to achieve consistency in the length and appearance of the materials included in the Conference proceedings. The proceedings are the only official record of the Conference and will be distributed via the website. Paper copies of the proceedings will not be provided to each attendee; however, a printing office will be available for limited copies.
The Program Committee reserves the right to make minor changes to correct spelling and typographical errors, to add header and footer information to aid in identifying each submission, and to insert formatting codes. The presentation brief summaries, abstracts and biographies may be edited to accommodate length requirements or to improve readability. Technical papers and presentations will not be edited except to correct obvious spelling or typographical errors.
ALL MATERIALS MUST BE SUITABLE FOR PRESENTATIONS TO THE PUBLIC.
Brief Summaries and Abstracts
Brief summaries of presentations and abstracts will be published in the Program of Events distributed as part of the onsite registration package and may be posted on the website. This information is the primary source to help participants select the tracks and sessions they will attend. The brief summary and abstract should be written to attract the attention of and generate interest in your intended audience.
For abstracts submitted as attached files, follow the guidance below:
- Title of Presentation
- Author's name(s) with company or organization name
- No more than 500 words
- Brief description of the scope and content of the presentation
Although we request that you provide the track for which you are submitting, do not include the track information in your abstract or presentation as your presentation may be moved to accommodate scheduling.
Speaker Biography
Your biography should highlight your significant experiences and affiliations. In addition to inclusion in the official Conference Proceedings, your biography will be used by the session chair who introduces you at the Conference. Remember to include your name, title, company, location, education, current activities, relevant former positions, honors, and professional society or association affiliations.
- Author's name(s) with company or organization name (centered at top)
- Title of Presentation (centered under Author's name)
- 130 words or less in paragraph format for each author
Final Presentations
For those presentations and workshops chosen for the Conference, all files must be received by April 20, 2007.
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Total time available: 35 minutes, 15 minutes for questions and answers
- 24-pt. type (suggested for readability), unless previously arranged with conference Program Chair
- Avoid light-colored lettering (ensure high contrast between background and font colors)
- Avoid detailed pictures, diagrams, or graphs that are difficult to view
- Select colors that can be easily read in black and white
Marketing and sales-oriented presentations for the conference tracks are prohibited and will be rejected by the Program Committee.
Technical Paper
A technical paper is optional but encouraged particularly for complex topics.
- Title of Presentation (centered at top)
- Author's name(s) with company or organization name (centered under title)
- Maximum of 10 pages
- Include any acknowledgements (particularly the copyright holder if you are not that person)
An Important Notice Concerning Copyright
All submitted items are subject to publication in various Conference venues such as the Conference Proceedings (on website), Conference Program of Events (distributed with registration materials), and the 29th Cyber Security Training (CST) Conference website.
The submitter of the paper is presumed to be its author. Submission of a paper that has not been previously published (in whole or in part) indicates the author's agreement that the Cyber Security Training (CST) Conference Planning Committee has the right to publish the submitted materials in the above mentioned publications. The author(s) retains the right to submit the paper to a technical/trade journal for subsequent publication.
If the materials have been published previously (in whole or in part), it is important that formal approval is obtained in writing from the copyright holder for the publication in the Conference proceedings. It is the author's responsibility to ensure this process has taken place. An appropriate acknowledgment of the copyright holder is required with the paper submission.
