Session 1.7c: Conference Product Brief: Next Gen Encryption: What it Means for Critical Networks
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| Tuesday, November 17, 2026 |
| 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Menzies Theatre |
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Presentation Outline
Next-generation encryption is no longer a future planning topic. As mission networks expand to support cloud connectivity, AI-enabled operations, high-volume sensor data and real-time decision-making, organisations must protect sensitive information at greater speed and scale while preparing for evolving cyber and quantum-era threats.
This presentation explores the changing cryptographic landscape and the principles of High Assurance Cryptographic Encryption (HACE). It examines how Layer 3 IP encryption and Layer 2 Ethernet encryption address different mission requirements. Rather than choosing one approach over the other, attendees will see how a hybrid architecture can preserve existing investments, strengthen network security and create a practical path towards crypto modernisation.
The session also highlights the operational requirements behind successful modernisation, including interoperability, scalability, resilience and support for growing throughput demands.
Attendees will leave with a clearer framework for deciding where each encryption layer fits, how to phase a transition without disrupting operations and how to build a more agile, future-ready security architecture.
Speaker
Mr Todd Warton
Vp Of Global Accounts & Product Solutions
General Dynamics Mission Systems
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Biography
Todd Warton is Vice President, Global Accounts and Secure Product Solutions for General Dynamics Mission Systems Space, Cyber and Intelligence Systems. He brings more than 30 years of aerospace, defence, business development, and technology leadership experience supporting critical communications.
Previously, Todd was Senior Director of Business Development for L3Harris Telemetry and RF Products, leading strategy, technology development, and customer sales. He managed a portfolio of weapon-system test solutions, including NSA Type 1-certified encryption products. His earlier roles at BAE Systems and L3 Communications included leading captures and wins across multiple technologies and weapon systems.
Todd served in the US Marine Corps as a Tactical Air Traffic Controller and later worked for the US Department of Defense as a Quality Program Manager overseeing missile-system procurement and readiness. He holds a bachelor’s degree in international business from Franklin Pierce University and technical accreditations from Wentworth Institute and the US Marine Corps Communications Electronics School.
Previously, Todd was Senior Director of Business Development for L3Harris Telemetry and RF Products, leading strategy, technology development, and customer sales. He managed a portfolio of weapon-system test solutions, including NSA Type 1-certified encryption products. His earlier roles at BAE Systems and L3 Communications included leading captures and wins across multiple technologies and weapon systems.
Todd served in the US Marine Corps as a Tactical Air Traffic Controller and later worked for the US Department of Defense as a Quality Program Manager overseeing missile-system procurement and readiness. He holds a bachelor’s degree in international business from Franklin Pierce University and technical accreditations from Wentworth Institute and the US Marine Corps Communications Electronics School.
