Cyber Tech 2026
The role of a successful IT professional requires a diverse skillset. Just knowing about IT is not enough, as you need to keep on top of technology trends and scams, know the business of banking and advocate what is best for the bank’s technology strategy. The Texas Bankers Association hosts the Annual Cyber Tech Conference to help you continue to lead your bank’s technology department. Featuring three days of educational sessions, networking opportunities with peers and an exhibit hall with over 20 vendors, this conference is designed to help you make decisions to increase productivity, customer satisfaction and profitability. Cyber Tech 2026 is an investment in the future.
When
Where
Horseshoe Bay Resort
200 Hi Cir N
Horseshoe Bay, TX 78657
Schedule
9:00 – 11:00 AM
Pre-Conference Tech Talks
1:00 – 2:00 PM
The Cyberwar is Here with Marc Crudgington
2:15 – 3:15 PM
Centralized vs. Decentralized Finance: What it Means for Banking’s Future with Tim Leonard
3:45 – 4:45 PM
AI-Driven Risk Management: Practical Guidance for Bank Leaders with Alec Crawford
5:00 – 6:30 PM
Trivia Reception
7:30 – 8:30 AM
Breakfast
8:30 – 10:30 AM
Incident Response Tabletop Exercise with Andy Ruz
10:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Exposing the Dark Web with Robert Villanueva
1:15 – 2:15 PM
Offense for Defense: Safely Using Attack Tools to Harden Your Infrastructure with Jon Villanti
2:30 – 4:45 PM
Breakout Sessions
- Navigating the SQL Server Maturity Curve: Where is Your Bank on the Risk-to-Advantage Spectrum with Joe Webb
- Shadow SaaS Security Posture Management with Ryan Beil
- Making the Case for Microsoft 365 with Nate Weller
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Reception
7:30 – 8:30 AM
Breakfast
8:30 – 9:30 AM
Threat Intelligence Briefing with Alvin Mills & Todd Hillis
9:45 – 10:45 AM
Regulatory Panel Discussion
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
General Session
First Registrant: $875
Additional Registrant: $725
All Non-Members: $1,725
Fee includes program, receptions and all listed meals.
For IRS reporting purposes, the food cost portion of your registration is pending approval.
Full registration fees will be refunded if written notice is received no later than January 28, 2026. There is no refund after this date. Written notice is required for all cancellations or substitutions. Email requests to education@texasbankers.com. Substitutions are permitted without added cost or penalty.
Horseshoe Bay Resort
200 Hi Cir N
Horseshoe Bay, TX 78657
(877) 611-0112
Group rate: $209
Cut-off: Friday, January 9
Texas State Board of Public Accountancy: Pending Approval. There are no educational prerequisites.
ISC2: Est. 12 CPE credits for CISSP
ISACA: Est. 12 CPE credits for CISA
SBS Institute: Up to 11 CPE credits (Varies depending upon certification — contact SBS for more information)
