39th ANNUAL FIRST CONFERENCE
FIRST is an international confederation of trusted computer incident response teams who cooperatively handle computer security incidents and promote incident prevention programs.
FIRST (Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams) is an international not-for-profit association of trusted Computer Security and Incident Response Teams (CSIRTs), Product Security Incident Response Teams (PSIRTs), and independent security researchers from the public, private, and academic sectors. Since its founding in 1990, FIRST has fostered global cooperation and coordination in incident prevention, rapid response, and information sharing.
With over 800 member teams representing more than 100 countries, FIRST plays a vital role in strengthening the global cybersecurity ecosystem. FIRST provides access to best practices, tools, and trusted communication channels that empower the incident response community.
Recognized by TripWire as one of the Top 19 Information Security Conferences of 2020, the FIRST Annual Conference is a premier event that promotes worldwide collaboration among CSIRTs. The conference offers a dynamic forum for sharing goals, ideas, and strategies to improve cybersecurity on a global scale.
The 39th Annual FIRST Conference will take place June 13–18, 2027, in Bangkok, Thailand. Join us to connect with leading experts, exchange insights, and contribute to shaping the future of incident response.
Program Committee
FIRST is a member-driven, non-profit organization with an emphasis on information sharing within its global membership as well as the incident response community at large. The Program Committee is a volunteer opportunity, open to non-members and managed through an open call submission process. The Program Committee comprises members who are nominated by the Conference Program Chair and approved by the FIRST Board of Directors. Program Committee members are selected for their expertise in key areas relating to program objectives, previous content committee experience, and geographical diversity.