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Cyber Security Implementation Workshop

Westin Savannah and
Savannah International Trade and Convention Center
Savannah, GA
January 31-February 2, 2012

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has approved the Cyber Security Plans and Implementation Schedules for all currently operating commercial nuclear power reactors in the United States.  The NEI Cyber Security Implementation Workshop will assist licensees in implementing the requirements of the Plan and in meeting the milestones in the Implementation Schedule.

Attendance at day one of the Workshop is restricted to employees of nuclear power plant utilities.  Others will not be permitted to register or attend.  Day one will focus on the activities associated with implementing milestones from the Implementation Schedule that are due to be completed by December 31, 2012. The format will be small break-out sessions that will focus on each of the seven milestones.  Session leaders will facilitate in-depth discussion regarding milestone implementation strategies, acceptance criteria, guidance for conducting audits and assessments, and preparing for inspections of the program.

Days two and three will be open for general attendance, and will include presentations, panel discussions, and exhibitor fire-talks.

Who should attend?

Day one of the workshop will be valuable to:

  • Cyber security program implementation personnel
  • Oversight personnel responsible for auditing the Cyber Security Program
  • Physical security personnel supporting cyber security program implementation
  • Other members of the CSAT
  • Licensing and regulatory affairs personnel supporting cyber security
Days two and three of the workshop will be valuable to:
  • The above individuals
  • Other stakeholders with an interest in nuclear sector cyber security
  • Researchers, vendors, and suppliers

Conference Information



The meeting will take place entirely at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center. The center is a short walk from our conference hotel, the Westin Savannah.

Registration will begin each day at 7 a.m. Conference sessions will be held at the following times:
    Tuesday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Wednesday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Thursday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.   

NEI will host a reception on Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Please note that the starting times may be adjusted by 30 minutes.  This page will be updated when the conference times are finalized.

NEI will provide continental breakfast and lunch on each day of the workshop

Business casual attire is appropriate.


EXHIBITOR INFORMATION

Exhibitors are welcome at the Cyber Security Implementation Workshop.  For more information contact Elizabeth Dean at ebd@nei.org or 202.739.8084


REGISTRATION FEES

Save $100 by registering for the meeting no later than Monday, January 9, 2012.  Registrations received after this date will be processed at the regular fee.

Utilities Breakout Session – Tuesday, January 31, 2012
(Open to Member Utilities Only)

  Member
Early Registraition
(Registrations recieved before January 9, 2012)
$225
Late Registraition
(Registrations recieved after January 9, 2012)
$325
Onsite Registraition $425










Cyber Security Implementation Workshop – February 1-2, 2012
  Member  Non-Member
Early Registraition
(Registrations received before January 9, 2012)
$625 $1250
Late Registration
(Registrations received after January 9, 2012)
$725 $1350
Onsite Registration $825 $1450


HOTEL INFORMATION

The Westin Savannah Harbor
1 Resort Drive
Savannah, GA 31421
Local Telephone: 912.201.2000
Front Desk Fax: 912.201.2001
Global Reservations: 800.WESTIN1
Online Reservations: Click here

Hotel Information: www.westinsavannah.com
Savannah Information: www.savcvb.com

Please call the Westin Savannah Harbor at 800.228.3000 or local 912.201.2000 to make a reservation.  Identify yourself as an attendee of the Nuclear Energy Institute to secure the room rate of $144 single/double.   A very limited number of government rate rooms are available for those that qualify.  

To guarantee a room at this rate, you must make your reservation by January 9, 2012 after this date price and room availability are at the hotel’s discretion.  Hotel cancellations must be made 72 hours before scheduled arrival to avoid a room charge. 

Due to overwhelming demand, the Westin Savannah is currently out of rooms.  More rooms have been requested.  We will make an announcement on this site should the rooms become avaialble.

We have also secured a block of rooms at the Hyatt Regency Savannah located across the river from the Savannah Convention Center.  A complimentary water taxi runs between the Hyatt and the Convention Center every half hour.  To make the reservation, please call the Hyatt directly at 800-233-1234.and ask for the NEI rate.  The rate is $149.

TRANSPORTATION

Savannah-Hilton Head Island International Airport (SAV) is a 20-minute drive from The Westin Savannah Harbor.

Taxis will cost approximately $30 one-way.

Parking is complimentary for self-parking and $22 a day for valet parking.

Registration
Online registration for the Workshop is now closed.  Onsite registration will begin on Tuesday, January 31 at 7 a.m. at the Gallery at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center.    Remember, you must be an employee of a member utility to attend the breakout sessions on Tuesday.  The Workshop beginning Wednesday, February 1, is open to all attendees.

NOTE:  Registration will be available from 4:30 - 6 p.m. on Monday, January 30 in the lobby of the Westin Savannah.  Please come and check in at this time to avoid potential crowds on Tuesday Morning.
Exhibitor Information
Sponsorship Information
Meeting Materials
Contacts
Program Content:
Bill Gross
E-mail: wrg@nei.org
Phone: 202.739.8123

Logistics:
Ken Morton
E-mail: kwm@nei.org
Phone: 202.739.8014

Exhibits:
Elizabeth Dean
E-mail: ebd@nei.org
Phone: 202.739.8084

Registration:
Linda Wells
E-mail: registrar@nei.org
Phone: 202.739.8039
 
 
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