BSides Charlotte

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee all conference content including presentations, workshops, and villages
• Manage speaker operations and workshop coordination
• Ensure high-quality, diverse, and engaging programming
• Coordinate with CFP Committee (Board of Directors) on speaker selection
• Create and manage conference schedule

Key Activities:

• Work with Board on Call for Papers (CFP) process
• Coordinate speaker confirmations and communications
• Build conference schedule with appropriate breaks and timing
• Manage room assignments for talks and workshops
• Ensure diversity in speaker lineup and topics
• Coordinate A/V and technical requirements with Technical Operations
• Handle speaker changes or cancellations

Skills Required:

• Program management experience
• Understanding of cybersecurity topics and trends
• Scheduling and logistics coordination
• Communication and relationship management
• Decision-making under time constraints

Time Commitment:

• Varies by role and proximity to events
• Expect increased time commitment as events approach
• Conference roles ramp up significantly 1 – 2 months before the event
• Event days typically require full-day commitment

Reports To: Conference Director (April M Jones)