As global security leaders gather for RSA Conference 2025, the Global Cyber Alliance (GCA) is making a powerful case for cybersecurity as a public good. Through three high-profile sessions, GCA is spotlighting systemic cyber risks, the need for inclusive security strategies, and the critical role of public-private partnerships in safeguarding digital infrastructure. Led by Kayle Giroud, Director of Common Good Initiatives at GCA, the organization is putting the spotlight on overlooked challenges and actionable solutions that extend beyond traditional enterprise defense.
“These are not just conference panels, they are calls to action,” said Giroud. “At GCA, we believe the health of our digital infrastructure depends on scalable, accessible solutions that serve everyone—not just those with deep pockets.”
GCA Sessions at RSA 2025: Advancing the Common Good
1. Protecting Infrastructure from Increased Cyber Attacks
April 28 | 1:00 PM PDT
As part of Public Sector Days, Giroud joins an expert panel to explore evolving cyber threats against critical infrastructure. The session will unpack how threat actors, including Volt Typhoon, are targeting public systems—and what governments are doing to stop them.
2. Why Democratizing Cybersecurity is Good for Business
May 1 | 8:30 AM PDT
Giroud teams up with leaders from CrowdStrike, the Atlantic Council, and the Tides Foundation to show how inclusive security approaches can protect underserved communities while also driving long-term ROI for businesses.
3. The Hidden Cybersecurity Crisis: Securing Business & Public Infrastructure
May 1 | 10:50 AM PDT
Facilitated by Giroud, this strategic session will surface overlooked systemic risks and provide a roadmap for building collective resilience across public and private sectors.
Leading the Common Good Cyber Movement
GCA’s RSA presence aligns with the growing Common Good Cyber movement, a coalition advocating for sustainable funding and policy recognition for nonprofit-led cybersecurity efforts. With threats becoming increasingly sophisticated, GCA is calling on industry leaders, governments, and philanthropies to rally behind foundational defenses that protect the broader public.
As part of this effort, GCA is emphasizing the importance of:
- Scalable tools and practices for small businesses, nonprofits, and civic entities
- Public-private partnerships that make security resources more equitable
- Long-term investment in cybersecurity infrastructure beyond profit-driven models
“Cybersecurity must be accessible, resilient, and globally inclusive,” Giroud added. “We need to invest in solutions that work not just for Fortune 500s, but for the nonprofit, the rural school district, and the everyday Internet user.”
Connect with GCA at RSA Conference
RSA attendees are encouraged to meet with GCA spokespeople to learn more about its initiatives, explore partnership opportunities, and contribute to a more secure Internet for all. GCA will be available for discussions with media, partners, and stakeholders throughout the event.
