NDSS Symposium 2027 Sponsorship
The NDSS Symposium is one of the world’s top four cybersecurity research conferences, convening leading experts to advance cutting-edge security solutions. For over 30 years, the Internet Society has proudly hosted the NDSS Symposium as a gathering place for the next generation of security specialists to share their research and learn from industry thought leaders. Today, it’s a truly global forum—bringing together participants from more than 30 countries, with rapid growth in the Asia-Pacific region, a key hub for digital innovation.
In 2027, the Symposium moves to Seoul, Republic of Korea, presenting sponsors and partners with the opportunity to become key stakeholders in this expanding ecosystem. More than just an event, NDSS is evolving into a year-round innovation platform under the Internet Society’s Safer Internet Initiative—offering sponsors and partners unique access to top talent, emerging research, and global stakeholders shaping the future of cybersecurity.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsors of the NDSS Symposium receive:
- Visibility and recognition among leading security researchers and practitioners
- Opportunity to demonstrate support for emerging research and the next generation of leaders in the security field
- Access to the future leaders of network and distributed system security
NDSS Symposium Sponsorship Packages 2027
The following are included in all NDSS Symposium sponsorship packages:
- Sponsor logo featured on general Symposium signage, including venue signage and slides displayed between sessions throughout the event
- Recognition of sponsorship and expression of thanks during the opening event
- Sponsor logo listed on NDSS Symposium website, with a link to the sponsor’s homepage
| Sponsor Benefits | Platinum Sponsor $20,000 | Gold Sponsor $15,000 | Silver Sponsor $10,000 | Bronze Sponsor $5,000 |
| Sponsor logo on all Symposium signage | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Recognition and expression of thanks during opening event | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sponsor logo listed on NDSS website, linking to sponsor’s website | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sponsor recognized on NDSS social media channels | Four mentions | Three mentions | Two mentions | One mention |
| Complimentary in-person 5-day passes | Four passes | Three passes | Two passes | One pass |
| Exhibition table | ✓ With preferred table location | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Recognition of sponsorship in pre- and/or post-event communications | ✓ Includes link to sponsor’s website. Includes sponsor quote | ✓ Includes link to sponsor’s website. | ✓ | ✗ |
| Sponsor tier benefit | Sponsor swag bag—containing security swag Host an interactive 45-minute session (Topic, date, and time to be agreed with NDSS organizers) | Sponsor swag bag—containing security swag | ✗ | ✗ |
Social Sponsor (Tailored Package)**
- Exhibition table at the venue with preferred table location
- Table tents with sponsor logo positioned on each networking table
- Sponsorship recognized on NDSS social media channels—four mentions
- Recognition of sponsorship in pre- and/ or post-event communications. Includes sponsor quote and link to homepage
- Four complimentary in-person 5-day passes
- Opportunity to display two pop up banners in the social venue during the evening social
** Cost will vary depending on food and beverage selection
Lunch Break Sponsor $25,000 Per Day
- Exhibition table at the venue
- Table tents with sponsor logo positioned on each lunch table
- Sponsorship recognized on NDSS social media channels—three mentions
- Recognition of sponsorship in pre-and/or post-event communications with link to homepage
- Four complimentary in-person 5-day passes
T-Shirt Sponsor – $20,000
- Exhibition table at the venue
- Sponsor logo displayed on t-shirt and recognized as exclusive official event t-shirt sponsor. T-shirts distributed to all in-person attendees
- Sponsorship recognized on NDSS social media channels—three mentions
- Recognition of sponsorship in pre-and/or post-event communications with link to homepage
- Four complimentary in-person 5-day passes.
Coffee Break Sponsor – $15,000 Per day
- Exhibition table at the venue.
- Table tents with sponsor logo positioned on each coffee station
- Sponsorship recognized on event signage and NDSS social media channels—two mentions
- Recognition of sponsorship in pre-and/or post-event communications
- Two complimentary in-person 5-day passes
Lanyard Sponsor – $7,500
- Sponsor recognized as exclusive official lanyard sponsor. Lanyards distributed to all in-person attendees
- Sponsorship recognized on event signage and NDSS social media channels—one mention
- Two complimentary in-person 5-day passes
Fellowship Program (Tailored Package)
- Amplify your organization’s impact by aligning with Internet Society’s world-class fellows
- Foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and long-term professional development with the next generation of security systems innovators and Internet advocates
Co-located Event Sponsorship and Tailored Packages
Every year, several related workshops and symposia take place alongside the NDSS Symposium. These co-located events take place on the Monday before and the Friday after the main Symposium, focusing on specific areas of network security research. 2027 workshops will include:
- Workshop on the Security of Space and Satellite Systems (SpaceSec)
- Workshop on Measurements, Attacks, and Defenses for the Web (MADWeb)
- Workshop on Security and Privacy in Standardized IoT (SDIoTSec)
- Tailored sponsorship packages are available to sponsor co-located events as well as the NDSS Symposium
For more information about these packages, or to discuss sponsorship in general, please contact: Sally Harvey, Senior Director, Corporate Partnerships, or Anja Nezic, Fundraising Coordinator at [email protected].
Attendees
Attendees include those interested in the practical aspects of network and distributed system security, with a focus on actual system design and implementation from around the world:
- University researchers, educators, and students
- Chief technology and privacy officers
- Security analysts and system administrators
- Operations and security managers
- Established thought leaders and the next generation of cybersecurity talent
- Representation from 34 countries
At NDSS Symposium 2026, we welcomed 674 participants from 34 countries, continuing a steady trend of growing international engagement.
Participation from the Asia-Pacific region alone has increased by more than 60% over the past three years.
