Global Drone Security Network #4

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About

The Global Drone Security Network (GDSN) is the only event of its kind focusing on Cyber-UAV security, Drone Threat Intelligence, Counter-UAS, and UTM security.

Speakers have worked within drone bug bounty programs, counter-uas operations, threat intelligence, first responders, physical security guards, laws and regulations and more.

The Event

For GDSN #4, the theme is innovation through security.

We have expanded our reach internationally and engaged industry experts and leaders to bring you their experience in the realm of drone security. Speakers will be covering topics on drone threats, drone vulnerabilities, security and the future evolution of drones.

Platform

This free event is 100% virtual and will be premier via YouTube on November 3rd AEDT Melbourne Time 7:00am to 3:00pm (UTC+1`1).

Click here to see what time the event start in your timezone.

Register your tickets to receive the invite link. You will need to have a registered YouTube account to join in the comments/discussion.

DroneSec YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8rpLmq_8cefcOic7LUFjOg/videos

Speakers, Talks and Schedule

Time reflected are in UTC+11

Current speakers are by invitation-only and include:

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7:00am: David Hambling (Author and Consultant on Technology, Military, Drones & C-UAS)

A Smart Drone Is A Dangerous Drone

Improvements in autonomy are increasing the threat from small drones and this presentation will cover how smart drones are becoming a risk to militaries and nations globally.

Biography:

David Hambling is a journalist and author whose work focuses on unmanned systems and other advanced technology. He writes for Aviation Week, New Scientist, The Economist, Forbes, Popular Mechanics and other publications. He is based in London. His book “Swarm Troopers: How small drones will conquer the world” (2015) examined the disruptive military potential of small unmanned aircraft.

8:00am: Brooke Tapsall (CEO - DroneALERT)

Drone Incident Investigation: Evidence Collection

Drone incident evidence is an important stage of the entire C-UAV solution, yet it is a process that has gaps and non-standard processes across the world. In the presentation we will discuss the importance of evidence collection during and post-drone incident from the public and authorities to benefit the investigative process, what evidence can be collected and how, to ensure robust and standardised evidence which supports global knowledge sharing and planning.

Biography:

Brooke Tapsall has been a professional for 18 years, working around the world, establishing companies and initiatives which provide valuable services to the Drone Industry, specialising on Drone Security and Intelligence. Ms Tapsall is the founder and CEO of DroneALERT – a global drone incident reporting and intelligence system. She is also a qualified drone operator training for qualifications in Netherlands and the UK.

9:00am: Ryan J. Wallace, Ed.D (Associate Professor of Aeronautical Science at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University)

Using Detection Data to Address UAS Safety & Security Threats

UAS detection data can be used for much more than merely response. The presenter will reveal how to leverage UAS detection and data analytics techniques to understand UAS operator behavior patterns. Additionally, the presenter will highlight the value of integrating UAS detection data with other data sources, enabling the generation of actionable safety and security information.

Biography:

Dr. Ryan Wallace is an Associate Professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He holds an Ed.D. in Applied Education Studies (Aviation option), a M.S. in Aviation, and a B.S. in Aeronautics. His research focuses on UAS safety, security, human factors, and public policy. Dr. Wallace serves as the PI for federal grants valued at more than $2.1 million. He has facilitated professional training seminars for multiple federal agencies in the areas of UAS safety, operations, and counter-UAS topics. He further serves on the FAA’s Unmanned Aircraft Safety Team (UAST). Dr. Wallace collaborated in the creation of the UAS Pilot’s Code, a compendium of procedures and best practices to improve UAS operational safety. He previously worked as a Customer Training Specialist at the Boeing Company on the E-7T Airborne Early Warning & Control program. An Air Force veteran, he was a rated Air Battle Manager on the E-3 AWACS, where he accumulated more than 1,500 flight hours.

10:00am: Lt Col Mark D. Jacobsen, PhD (Assistant Prof USAF, Founder Rogue Squadron)

Rogue Squadron: Keeping Pace with Drones Inside the US Government

Between 2017 and 2020, Lt Col Mark Jacobsen (USAF) founded and led a UAS/C-UAS-focused software engineering team inside the U.S. Department of Defense called Rogue Squadron. The team sought to keep pace with sUAS development in the private sector by rapidly developing and fielding UAS/C-UAS capability to U.S. troops. In this talk, Lt Col Jacobsen will discuss the challenges of confronting such a fast-moving technology from within the U.S. government. He will offer insights that might be helpful to companies as they navigate doing business with governments.

Biography

Mark D. Jacobsen is an Air Force officer and professor of strategy and innovation at the U.S. Air Force School of Advanced Air & Space Studies (SAASS). He holds a PhD in Political Science from Stanford University and has spent his career building and leading teams to tackle wicked problems at the intersection of technology and politics. He also writes fiction and non-fiction about grappling with complex, uncertain futures.

11:00am: Steven Tisseyre (Digital Drone Forensics & C-UAS Expert)

Drone Digital Forensics – A new discipline to uncover the truth of an incident

A presentation on the importance of digital forensics following an incident or suspected incident.

Biography:

Steven Tisseyre is the director at Aerial Defence Ltd, and a retired officer having served 30 years as in the UK Police. Roles have included Major Crime and prior to retirement as National Police Advisor for Drones and C-UAS with the UK Counter Terrorism. Steven led on a number of technical and investigative capabilities concerning the nefarious use of drones.

Specialising and leading nationally in the practical and strategic field of drone digital forensics and investigative opportunities, the work continues to drive forward and mitigate against the criminal and nefarious use of drones. Having received recognition and awards for his work, Steve is recognised as a subject matter expert in this field and has undergone accreditation in the UK as an expert witness. With a passion for innovation and an advocate of technology, along with an enthusiastic and pro-active approach, Steve continues to explore new ways of mitigating UAV risks.

12:00pm: Randall Nichols (Professor of Practice UAS Cybersecurity at Kansas State University)

UAS Cyber Terror Implications & Spoof-Proof ADS-B/GPS using ECD

This presentation will cover a new evolution in terroristic threats. Weaponization of small / medium sized Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS/drones) combined with cyber attacks on SCADA and GPS systems represent both probable and potentially high-risk threats to aircraft, infrastructure, civilians, and Vessels at sea.

The presentation will discuss countermeasures for these attacks on air defense systems (ADS) and a robust / unique anti-spoofing algorithm to detect, mitigate and recover from GPS false signals. Special attention is given to incidents in the South China Seas (SCS).

Biography:

Randall K. Nichols is Professor of Practice in Unmanned Aircraft Systems – Cybersecurity at Kansas State University. Nichols serves as Director, Graduate UAS- Cybersecurity. Professor Nichols has 52 years of experience in leadership roles in engineering, cryptography, counterintelligence, InfoSec, sensitive computer applications, and Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Nichols founded COMSEC Solutions which was later acquired by a public company.

The USDOJ recognizes him as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in both Cryptography and Computer Forensics. Throughout his career, Nichols has published twelve best-selling textbooks including offensive / defensive cyber countermeasures most recently applied to UAS and Underwater-UAS (especially SWARMS).

1:00pm: Zachary Kallenborn (Research Affiliate with the Unconventional Weapons and Technology Division, START)

Building a National Counter Drone Network

A federally operated counter drone network offers a flexible approach to critical infrastructure protection. Such a network would allow federal law enforcement to keep control of counter drone systems, while still offering rapid response for private sector entities. A counter drone network can also prioritize high risk entities, while accommodating shifts in adversary behavior.

Biography:

Zachary is a Research Affiliate with the Unconventional Weapons and Technology Division of the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START), a Policy Fellow at the Schar School of Policy and Government, an officially proclaimed U.S. Army "Mad Scientist," and Senior Consultant at ABS Group. His work has been published in a wide range of peer-reviewed, trade, and popular outlets, including Foreign Policy, Slate, War on the Rocks, and the Nonproliferation Review. Journalists have written about and shared that research in the New York Times, NPR, Forbes, the New Scientist, and WIRED, among numerous others.

2:00pm: Christopher Church (Senior Forensics Specialist at INTERPOL)

The Challenge of Drones for Law Enforcement – Threat – Tool - Evidence

Chris will present an overview of the recent cUAS exercise in Norway and share INTERPOL's current project in drones so that the audience can understand the current issues and challenges law enforcement face in this area. He will also give an introduction to drone initiatives from around the world in order to encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing in these areas.

Biography:

Christopher Church is a Senior Digital Forensic Specialist within the Digital Forensic Laboratory at the new INTERPOL Global Cyber Complex for Innovation based in Singapore. Christopher’s role involves supporting law enforcement in 190 member countries in the challenges they face undertaking digital forensics and tackling cybercrime. Chris is heavily involved in the drone security and counter-drone ecosystem, producing the INTERPOL Framework for Responding to a Drone Incident, helping develop and run the INTERPOL Oslo Drone Countermeasure exercise and much more.

3:00pm: End of GDSN

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Audience

- Physical Security

- Aviation Authorities

- Military & Law Enforcement

- Government Agencies

- Counter-Terrorism and Security

- Counter-Drone System Users & Vendors

- Cyber, Red Team and Information Security

- Threat Intelligence and Blue Teams

- Enterprise Drone Programs

- Drone Manufacturers

- Hobbyists and Students

Recordings

This event will be live-streamed. Recordings may become available (on a per speaker basis) and released to registered attendees afterwards, subject to change.

GDSN

The Global Drone Security Network is a community event from DroneSec that focuses on the cutting-edge study, research and work in the drone, counter-drone and UTM security space.

The previous GDSN was held virtually with 8 different speakers spanning over 6 different time zones. Speakers were from counter drone industries, military and law enforcement agencies, drone manufacturing industries and etc. The mission of the event is to bring awareness to the security aspects of unmanned systems and the potential solutions that will and should be available in the coming years.

You may view the last GDSN on our YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8rpLmq_8cefcOic7LUFjOg/videos

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