Sponsors
We want to extend a massive thank you to all of the sponsors who step up to make BSidesKC a reality. An event like this is built on community, education, and the free exchange of ideas. None of that would be possible without their incredible generosity and commitment to the local security scene. From fueling our villages and CTFs, their support helps make that happen. We are honored to have such dedicated partners helping us grow the next generation of testers, defenders, and researchers. If you are an attendee, please take a moment to thank each of the sponsors for their support.
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Community Leaders
ThreatLocker provides a zero-trust endpoint security suite that focuses on proactive defense through application allowlisting and ringfencing. Their platform prevents unauthorized software and malware from executing by defaulting to a "deny all" posture while controlling how allowed applications interact with files and networks. This granular level of control helps organizations mitigate the risk of ransomware and other sophisticated cyberattacks at the device level.
Coalition is a leading provider of cyber insurance and security tools, offering a proactive "Active Insurance" model to help businesses manage digital risk. They provide a comprehensive platform that combines insurance coverage with continuous automated scanning and alerting to identify vulnerabilities before they are exploited. By integrating financial protection with technical defense, Coalition aims to build a more resilient digital economy for organizations of all sizes.
Sumo Logic is a cloud-native SaaS analytics platform that provides deep visibility into machine data through logging, monitoring, and security operations. The platform leverages a unified data model to offer real-time insights across DevSecOps environments, helping teams troubleshoot performance issues and manage security compliance. Its scalable architecture is designed to handle massive volumes of telemetry, making it a foundational tool for modern observability and SIEM strategies.
Seal Security specializes in automated vulnerability remediation by providing standalone, production-ready security patches for open-source packages. Their platform enables organizations to secure older versions of software without requiring immediate or complex version upgrades. By decoupling security fixes from versioning, they help development teams significantly reduce technical debt and accelerate the mean time to remediate (MTTR).
EnterpriseKC is a non-profit "think-and-do tank" dedicated to driving regional economic development by growing high-value industry clusters and creating sustainable, high-paying jobs across Kansas. The organization has established critical digital infrastructure, such as the Heartland Cyber Range and the EKC DataSphere, to strengthen statewide cybersecurity readiness and talent development. By fostering collaboration between industry leaders, research institutions, and government, EnterpriseKC aims to position the region as a national model for innovation and secure technological growth.
Community Supporters
MixMode is a leading cybersecurity company specializing in a patented, "Third-Wave" AI platform designed for real-time threat detection and response at extreme scale. Unlike traditional tools that rely on static rules or historical training data—which can take months to tune—MixMode’s self-supervised AI (rooted in dynamical systems theory) begins learning the specific "baseline" of a network immediately. This allows it to identify both known and novel "zero-day" attacks across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments within days. By focusing on predictive anomalies rather than just reactive signatures, MixMode significantly reduces false positives and alert fatigue, helping SOC teams prioritize the most critical threats facing their organizations.
Banshee Cybersecurity is cybersecurity firm that focuses on making high-level security accessible and "scare-free" for small to mid-sized businesses.
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Pass-The-Hat
Recon Infosec is a security services provider specializing in Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and advanced threat hunting. They are widely recognized for their hands-on training platforms, such as OpenSOC, which simulate real-world attack scenarios to sharpen the skills of security professionals. The firm focuses on proactive defense strategies, combining expert human analysis with technical orchestration to identify and neutralize sophisticated adversaries.
Qualys is a pioneer in cloud-based security and compliance solutions, providing a unified platform for vulnerability management and threat detection. Their Enterprise TruRisk Platform offers real-time visibility into global IT assets, allowing organizations to prioritize risks based on their specific business impact. By automating security audits and patching workflows, Qualys helps enterprises maintain a continuous security posture across on-premises, cloud, and mobile environments.
Sticker Gaff is a specialized brand known for producing high-quality, durable stickers and promotional "swag" tailored for the cybersecurity and hacker communities. They frequently collaborate with industry events and conferences to provide unique, visually striking designs that celebrate technical culture and community identity. Beyond standard decals, the company focuses on using premium materials that ensure longevity on laptops, equipment cases, and other professional gear.











