Convince Your Boss

Dear {Name},

I am writing to request approval and sponsorship to attend the upcoming BSides Vizag conference, which will take place on December 5th & 6th, 2025 in Visakhapatnam.

BSides is a globally recognized, community-driven cybersecurity conference framework. Unlike larger, vendor-focused events, BSides is organized "for the community, by the community." This means its content is highly practical, technical, and directly relevant to the current challenges that security practitioners face. It's an excellent opportunity to learn from and network with the top cybersecurity professionals and researchers in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana regions, and across India.

Here’s how I believe my attendance at BSides Vizag will be a high-value investment for our company:

Cutting-Edge, Practical Knowledge: The agenda is built from talks submitted by active practitioners. I will gain direct exposure to the latest attack techniques, defensive strategies, and open-source security tools that we can implement to strengthen our security posture. The focus is on actionable insights, not sales pitches.

Hands-On Skill Development: BSides Vizag typically includes technical workshops and a Capture The Flag (CTF) competition. Participating in these will allow me to sharpen my practical skills in a real-world context, bringing back improved capabilities in areas like incident response, vulnerability assessment, and threat hunting.

Local Networking and Collaboration: The conference will be a prime opportunity to connect with cybersecurity experts from local companies and research institutions. Building these relationships can be invaluable for future collaboration, informal knowledge sharing, and understanding the specific threat landscape in our region.

High Return on Investment: As a non-profit, volunteer-run event, the registration fee for BSides is exceptionally low, offering access to high-quality training and networking at a fraction of the cost of other major security conferences.

Registration Fee: ₹{amount}

Upon my return, I am committed to sharing the knowledge I've gained. I will prepare a detailed post-conference report and can lead a lunch-and-learn session for our team, outlining key takeaways, new tools, and recommended security improvements.

Thank you for considering this request. I am confident that the practical knowledge and connections gained at BSides Vizag will directly benefit our team's effectiveness and our company's overall security.

Thanks,
{Your Name}