CISA won't attend infosec industry's biggest conference this year

CISA confirmed it will skip the upcoming RSA Conference, citing a return to its core mission and stewardship of resources, amid political controversy surrounding former director Jen Easterly’s appointment as RSAC CEO and prior disputes over her West Point role; reports indicate federal cyber offices discussed canceling appearances, reflecting a broader trend of reduced government participation at RSAC following prior cancellations and limited engagement, while DHS leadership criticized CISA’s direction in 2025; the piece focuses on policy and industry dynamics, not technical incident details.