Extending Perimeters to the Sky: Counter-UAS Strategies for Mitigating Drone Incursions at Sensitive Sites
Government security professionals recognize the threat drones pose. Given the evolving threat, we must prioritize preparedness and threat management solutions that enhance safety and security and reduce operational disruption. This session will provide data, practical examples and actionable insights for addressing the problems associated with drone incursions and real-world stories of drone incidents domestically and abroad, backed by analyses of their impact.
Experts will discuss recommendations for a layered approach to drone detection that incorporates advanced technologies and actionable tactics. We will also explore advanced counter-uncrewed aircraft systems (counter-UAS) technologies that neutralize drone threats with precision while ensuring operational continuity. Traditional countermeasures, like jamming can disrupt operations, while kinetic responses risk collateral damage. These limitations underscore the need for innovative non-disruptive approaches essential in complex and sensitive public-sector environments.
Date
- May 20 2025
Time
- 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm
Location
Other Locations
- 1201 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Speakers
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Little, RyanGovernment Affairs, D-Fend Solutions -
Walters, CurtisVice President of Sales, Government and Critical Infrastructure, EchodyneCurtis Walters serves as vice president of government and commercial sales at Echodyne, where he leads the charge in delivering the company’s breakthrough radar technology to the agencies and organizations that need it most. Throughout his career, Curtis has built a reputation for curiosity-driven engagement, connecting with customers across diverse industries to deeply understand their challenges and deliver solutions that make a meaningful impact. His expertise spans a wide range of markets including cyber and physical security. At Echodyne, he continues to pair customer insight with cutting-edge radar to elevate safety, security and operational awareness across critical sectors.
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Bresette, LaurenSenior Manager, Government Relations, Security Industry AssociationAs senior manager of government relations at the Security Industry Association, Lauren Bresette leads SIA’s congressional initiatives among other duties. Lauren came to SIA with three years of experience in Washington, D.C., working on legislative policy, programmatic funding, regulatory issues and business development for defense, homeland security and veterans’ issues.
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Jinks, KevinOffice of Legal Policy, U.S. Department of JusticeKevin Jinks (“kj”) is a senior-evel counsel in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Legal Policy. He advises “down and in” on DOJ internal policy development for use of technology and engages “up and out” to inform DOJ leadership, executive branch and legislative branch decision making.
Jinks commissioned infantry in the U.S. Army in 1999. As a platoon leader, he spent the night of Sept. 11, 2001, at the Pentagon attack site and then led his platoon there over the next three weeks conducting body recovery, debris removal and security. As a JAG, Jinks was a special assistant U.S. attorney in the Eastern District of Virginia and in Washington, D.C., deployed seven times, and advised at the tactical, operational and strategic levels.
Jinks graduated from the University of Notre Dame, the University of Florida Law School (cum laude) and Georgetown Law School (LL.M. in national security, with distinction).
