The SITREK Cyber & Tech Summit 2026, held on 4–5 March 2026 at Cinnamon Life, City of Dreams Colombo, marked a significant milestone in advancing cybersecurity, security technologies, and digital resilience in Sri Lanka.
Hosted by SITREK Group, the summit brought together global cybersecurity leaders, policymakers, representatives from Sri Lanka’s tri-forces, Police, Special Task Force (STF), Ministry of Defense (MOD), as well as leaders from banking, finance, and corporate sectors. The event created a high-level platform for dialogue on emerging cyber threats, artificial intelligence in security operations, and the protection of critical digital infrastructure.
Organized under the vision and leadership of Jeevaka Wijesinghe and the top management of SITREK Group, the summit reflected a strategic effort to connect global expertise with local industry needs, strengthening Sri Lanka’s position in an increasingly complex digital landscape.
Cybersecurity as a Strategic Priority for Sri Lanka
As digital transformation accelerates across industries such as banking, logistics, telecommunications, and government, cybersecurity is no longer a support function but a critical pillar of national and enterprise resilience.
The summit addressed key areas shaping the future of cybersecurity, including:
These discussions reinforced the importance of proactive, intelligence-driven approaches to managing cyber risks in an interconnected economy.
Global Expertise and Advanced Cyber Capabilities
A key highlight of the summit was the participation of global experts from ST Engineering, a leading international technology, defense, and cybersecurity organization.
Distinguished speakers including Goh Eng Choon, Benjamin Goh, Victor Yeo, Chay Chua, Dr Ivan Jacobs, and Jacky Lim shared insights on:
Their perspectives highlighted how organizations must move beyond traditional security frameworks towards integrated, intelligence-led security ecosystems.
Strategic Collaboration: SITREK Group and ST Engineering
One of the most significant milestones of the summit was the Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) signed between SITREK Group and ST Engineering.
This strategic collaboration is set to introduce advanced, defense-grade cybersecurity capabilities to Sri Lanka, including:
By combining SITREK’s strong local presence with ST Engineering’s global expertise, the partnership represents a significant step toward strengthening Sri Lanka’s cybersecurity ecosystem and readiness for emerging threats.
Technology Innovation Shaping Modern Security Operations
The summit also showcased cutting-edge technologies from global and regional partners, demonstrating how innovation is transforming security operations.
Key technology partners included:
These innovations highlighted the growing role of artificial intelligence, cloud platforms, and autonomous systems in enhancing situational awareness, operational efficiency, and rapid response capabilities.
Launch of SIDEKICK: A New Approach to Security Management
Another key milestone of the summit was the launch of SIDEKICK, a digital platform developed by SITREK Group to support modern security operations.
The platform integrates essential operational functions into a unified system, including:
By centralizing these capabilities, SIDEKICK enhances operational visibility, coordination, and decision-making across facilities and events.
In recognition of long-standing client partnerships, the platform will be offered free of charge to existing SITREK Security Solutions clients, reinforcing SITREK’s commitment to delivering practical, technology-driven security solutions.
Building a Collaborative and Resilient Digital Future
The SITREK Cyber & Tech Summit 2026 demonstrated that the future of cybersecurity lies not only in technology, but in collaboration.
By bringing together global experts, local stakeholders, government representatives, and industry leaders, the summit fostered meaningful dialogue and partnerships that will contribute to strengthening Sri Lanka’s digital resilience.
As cyber threats continue to evolve, initiatives such as this play a critical role in enabling organizations to adopt advanced technologies, build stronger defenses, and confidently navigate the digital future.