Indo-Pacific Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Workshop
Part II and Policy Tabletop Discussion

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who is the intended audience for this event?
   This event is targeted toward critical infrastructure operators and cyber defenders in the Indo-Pacific region from both the public and private sector. It is not intended for members of academia or vendors trying to sell their products. It is jointly organized by the USINDOPACOM J8 Directorate, the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD (A&S)) Cyber Warfare Directorate, and United States Cyber Command's Joint Force Headquarters DoD Information Network (JFHQ-DODIN).
2. Is attendance limited?
   Yes. Attendance is limited by the capacity of the venue.
3. Will language translators be available?
   All presentations and panel sessions will be delivered in English. No translators will be available so attendees should be fluent in English.
4. Once an application is received, what is the approval process?
   We will provide responses to all applications via email in September.
5. I tried to register for the Workshop, but instead of a registration page, it said it was an application for attendance. Why did it say that I was just applying to attend rather than registering to attend?
   Due to the venue and the type of interchange desired, the Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Workshop participation is limited, and appropriate diversity of participants is a critical program objective. We also want to ensure that the focus remains on discussing current efforts to secure critical infrastructure, sharing lessons learned, and determining a future path forward. We will therefore review and approve each application to meet these goals.
6. What is the cost to attend?
   The event is free, paid for by the U.S. government.
7. Will meals be provided?
   Yes, to include continental breakfast, buffet lunch, and coffee breaks all five days, and a hosted reception on 28 October and 31 October.
8. Is there a room block reserved at the Hale Koa Hotel?
   Unfortunately, no. The Hale Koa is a U.S. Armed Forces Recreation Center for U.S. active and retired military members and their families as a place to rest and relax. It is typically booked one year in advance.
9. What other hotels are nearby?
   The Hilton Hawaiian Village is the closest hotel to the Hale Koa and offers military and government rates. There are many other hotels within walking distance. https://www.meethawaii.com/venues/hotels/
10. Will parking be validated?
    Parking at the Hale Koa garage is restricted to U.S. military members and validation is provided at the bell desk. The validated parking rate is $20 per day.
11. Is wifi available in the conference venue?
    No. Attendees are expected to use their own wifi hot spots for access to the Internet.
12. Will there be an option to attend remotely?
    This event is intended for in-person participation, however virtual participation requests for select participants will be honored for the purpose of achieving the workshop's goals. If you desire to participate remotely, please select that option in the Participation section on the application page.
13. Is there a waiting list that I can get on if my application did not get approved?
    Applications will be retained in case there are cancellations, though no further applications will be allowed after the application process of this website closes.
14. The page where I apply to attend requests an "Invitation Code". How do I obtain one of these codes?
    This workshop is by invitation only and the venue has a capacity limit. Invitation is at the discretion of the Unites States Indo-Pacific Command.
15. Is there a schedule available?
    Yes, it can be seen at: https://events.techconnect.org/Critical-Infrastructure-Cybersecurity-Workshop/agenda.html
16. What is the weather like in Honolulu in October?
    In October, typically, daily high temperatures average in the low-to-mid 80s F. At night, you can expect temperatures to dip into the lower 70s F and Honolulu experiences an average rainfall of 1.1 inches in October
17. What is the dress code for the event?
    Aloha casual, which is typically a short sleeve shirt (commonly with tropical print) and long pants for men and tasteful dress for women. Suit and tie is not necessary and will look out of place. A jacket or sweater is recommended since the temperature in the event room can vary.
18. If my application for attendance did not get approved, can I come and inquire at the registration desk whether there were any cancellations?
    No. No additions will be allowed the day of the event.