CSA, ISACA, & ISSA San Diego Chapters 2025 Kickoff!
Jan
28
5:30 PM17:30

CSA, ISACA, & ISSA San Diego Chapters 2025 Kickoff!

Venue: KPMG (UTC) 1st floor meeting space - 4655 Executive Dr

Topic: Join SD ISSA for our 2025 Kickoff Dinner with CSA & ISACA

Mike Dowdy is our special guest speaker!

Quick Bio:
Mike Dowdy is the former president of datacenter companies Complex Drive and Cari.net. He is now a Cloud Solutions Consultant for RapidScale, which is a managed cloud provider focused on the enterprise.

Come for a night of an engaging talk with Mike Dowdy. Mike will discuss:

Pig Butchering Scams: Recognize and Defend

How bad actors are getting access to critical data through Pig Butchering and how we can stop the bad actors.

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

Parking Info

There is no free on-site parking. There is a paid lot/garage on-site. However, there's free street parking on the north side of Executive Drive or along Judicial Drive.

Thank You To Dinner Sponsors!

RapidScale & Fortinet

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SD ISSA Annual December Holiday Party
Dec
17
5:30 PM17:30

SD ISSA Annual December Holiday Party

Venue: Joya Kitchen

10275 Science Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92121

Topic: Join SD ISSA for our annual holiday party! (Raffle & Election)

Celebrate the season with us at our Annual Holiday Party! Join us for an evening of festivities, community spirit, and exciting opportunities to get involved.

Highlights of the Evening:

  • Festive Atmosphere: Enjoy delicious food, drinks, and holiday cheer as we come together to celebrate the year’s accomplishments.

  • Fun Raffle: Participate in our exciting raffle featuring fantastic prizes generously donated by our sponsors! You won't want to miss the chance to win exclusive gifts and experiences while supporting our community.

  • Board Leadership Elections: We invite you to help shape the future of our organization! Join us as we hold elections for open board leadership positions. Meet the candidates, ask questions, and make your voice heard in this important process.

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow members, celebrate our achievements, and take part in shaping our organization’s direction. Whether you’re a long-time member or new to the community, we welcome you to join in the festivities!

Bring your holiday spirit and your voting voice—let’s make this a memorable evening together!

Thank You To Our Holiday Party Sponsors!

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Joint Q4 San Diego Cybersecurity Mixer & Toy Drive!
Dec
4
6:00 PM18:00

Joint Q4 San Diego Cybersecurity Mixer & Toy Drive!

We will be collecting Toys for Tots ($10+) at this Free event to donate to those in need!

Come get to know folks from other local cybersecurity groups. ISSA is partnering with OWASP, WiCys, ISACA, ISC2, DEF CON, Raices, CSA, IAPP, and BSides for this event. All are welcome! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals, build relationships, and expand your professional network.

  • Networking: Meet and connect with fellow ISSA San Diego members and cybersecurity professionals.

  • Professional Development: Engage in conversations that can help you grow professionally.

  • Community Building: Help grow the local cybersecurity community by sharing insights and experiences.

We look forward to seeing you there!

**Note: This is not a sponsored event - food & drinks NOT included. Food truck on-site. Alesmith has free parking, but it is limited.

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SD ISSA November Lunch Panel Discussion - Current State of Cyber Insurance
Nov
13
11:30 AM11:30

SD ISSA November Lunch Panel Discussion - Current State of Cyber Insurance

  • National University - Kearny Mesa (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Topic: Navigating Cyber Insurance: Current Trends and Future Outlook

Join us for an insightful panel discussion that delves into the current state of cyber insurance, a rapidly evolving field that has become crucial in today's compliance landscape. As cyber threats grow in complexity and frequency, businesses of all sizes are increasingly turning to cyber insurance as a means of protection.

Our expert panel, featuring industry leaders from insurance, cybersecurity, and risk management, will explore key topics including:

  • Current Trends: Examine the latest developments in cyber insurance policies, coverage options, and market dynamics.

  • Risk Management Strategies: Learn how organizations can effectively assess their cyber risk and leverage insurance as part of a comprehensive risk management strategy.

  • Claims and Compliance: Hear real-world examples of claims processes, common pitfalls, and compliance challenges faced by businesses today.

  • Future Outlook: Gain insights into the future of cyber insurance, including emerging risks, regulatory changes, and innovative solutions.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a Q&A session, allowing for direct interaction with our panelists. Whether you're a business leader, cybersecurity professional, or insurance expert, this discussion will equip you with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of cyber insurance effectively.

Moderator:

  • Sam Jadali - Co-Founder, Melurna

Panelists:

  • Billy Norwood - CISO, FFF Enterprises

  • Emily O’Carroll - Field CISO, GuidePoint

  • Jim Skeen - Founder, Lockton Companies San Diego

  • Justine Phillips – Partner & Cyber Co-Chair, Baker McKenzie

Don't miss this chance to stay ahead of this ever-changing topic!

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Planet Cyber Sec Conference: La Jolla CISO-CIO Forum
Oct
30
10:00 AM10:00

Planet Cyber Sec Conference: La Jolla CISO-CIO Forum

Planet Cyber Sec is proud to host an upcoming, invitation-only cybersecurity forum in the breathtaking coastal town of La Jolla, San Diego, California. This premier event is meticulously tailored for CIOs, CISOs, IT managers, and cybersecurity leaders, providing a platform to delve into the latest trends, strategies, and solutions shaping the dynamic cybersecurity industry.

Our forum will feature a distinguished lineup of expert speakers, renowned for their extensive knowledge and invaluable experiences in the cybersecurity realm. Attendees will have the opportunity to gain insights into emerging threats, risk management strategies and best practices for fortifying their organizations’ digital defenses.

Beyond the insightful panels and engaging roundtable discussions, the forum offers unparalleled networking opportunities. Attendees can connect with peers, industry luminaries, and leading vendors, fostering an environment conducive to exchanging ideas, discussing challenges, and exploring potential partnerships or collaborations that can drive innovation and success.

Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to stay ahead of the curve, learn from industry pioneers, and forge valuable connections that can propel your cybersecurity strategy forward. Register today to secure your spot at the upcoming cybersecurity forum in the idyllic setting of La Jolla, San Diego.

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SD ISSA October Joint Dinner Panel Discussion
Oct
24
5:00 PM17:00

SD ISSA October Joint Dinner Panel Discussion

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Venue: WD-40 Headquarters

 9715 Businesspark Avenue, San Diego, CA 92131

Topic: Join SD ISSA & AITP for an exclusive panel featuring accomplished Cybersecurity Practitioners!

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity is no longer the exclusive responsibility of large organizations or specialized teams. Small to mid-sized companies, IT managers, and general practitioners are increasingly called upon to safeguard their systems and data—often without the luxury of dedicated security resources.

This event will tackle the real-world experiences and challenges that cybersecurity practitioners face daily, including issues like burnout, heavy workloads, and the pressure of responding to breach incidents. Our panel of experts will share how they handle these critical situations and offer strategies to navigate the growing demands of the field. Additionally, we’ll address the common misconception that cybersecurity is an entry-level role, emphasizing the importance of a solid foundation in the industry.

Whether you’re a manager tasked with protecting your team, an IT professional unsure where to start, or a student exploring career opportunities in cybersecurity, you’ll walk away with practical insights and strategies.

Join us on October 24th for informative sessions, candid discussions, and actionable advice that will empower you to make a meaningful impact in your organization’s cybersecurity efforts.

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SD ISSA October Joint Lunch Panel Discussion
Oct
17
12:00 PM12:00

SD ISSA October Joint Lunch Panel Discussion

  • National University - Kearny Mesa (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the San Diego Chapters of ISACA, ISSA, ISC2, CSA, Raices Cyber and WiCyS for a cybersecurity panel discussion on October 17 in honor of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, to help San Diego businesses increase their cybersecurity awareness and preparedness to bolster the region’s economic resiliency.

This exclusive panel presented by Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE), will include a dynamic line-up of local CISOs sharing lessons learned from the trenches of San Diego’s key sectors, that can be applied to all businesses. Learn about recent threats that might impact your business and resources available to help protect against those threats, including best practices and mitigation strategies from the front lines.

PANEL

 Available on-premises and online via Zoom - both eligible for 1 CPE

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SD ISSA October Happy Hour
Oct
9
4:00 PM16:00

SD ISSA October Happy Hour

NEW VENUE: Queenstown Bistro @ Westfield UTC 4545 La Jolla Village Dr #9028, San Diego, CA 92122

Join us for an evening of networking, fun, and professional growth at our ISSA San Diego Chapter Happy Hour! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals, build relationships, and expand your professional network.

  • Networking: Meet and connect with fellow ISSA San Diego members and cybersecurity professionals.

  • Professional Development: Engage in conversations that can help you grow professionally.

  • Community Building: Help grow the local cybersecurity community by sharing insights and experiences.

  • Complimentary Appetizers: Enjoy delicious appetizers!

  • Happy Hour Beverages: See our sponsor, for your drink tickets!

Come for the drinks, stay for the conversation. We look forward to seeing you there!

Thank You To Our Happy Hour Sponsor!

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SD ISSA September Lunch Meeting - Cyber Intel to Business Risk with Levi Gundert, CSO
Sep
26
11:30 AM11:30

SD ISSA September Lunch Meeting - Cyber Intel to Business Risk with Levi Gundert, CSO

Venue: NEW Change for September! WD-40 Headquarters

 9715 Businesspark Avenue, San Diego, CA 92131

Topic: Translating Cyber Threat Intel into Business Risk for Leadership

This talk focuses on the steps necessary (with examples) to translate cyber threat intelligence into five risk impacts, which helps business leaders understand security control investment tradeoffs.

Guest Speaker: Levi Gundert

Levi Gundert is Recorded Future's chief security officer, a role in which he leads the continuous effort to measurably decrease operational risk both internally and for clients. Levi has spent the past 20 years in both the public and private sectors, defending networks, arresting international criminals, and uncovering nation-state adversaries. Levi previously led senior information security functions across technology and financial enterprises. He is an author, a trusted risk advisor to Fortune 500 companies, and a prolific speaker, blogger, and columnist.

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Joint Q3 San Diego Cybersecurity Mixer
Sep
19
6:00 PM18:00

Joint Q3 San Diego Cybersecurity Mixer

Come get to know folks from other local cybersecurity groups. ISSA is partnering with OWASP, WiCys, ISACA, ISC2, DEF CON, Raices, CSA, IAPP, and BSides for this event. All are welcome! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals, build relationships, and expand your professional network.

  • Networking: Meet and connect with fellow ISSA San Diego members and cybersecurity professionals.

  • Professional Development: Engage in conversations that can help you grow professionally.

  • Community Building: Help grow the local cybersecurity community by sharing insights and experiences.

We look forward to seeing you there!

**Note: This is not a sponsored event, so no food or drinks are included. Alesmith has free parking, but it is limited and there is a food truck on site.

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SD ISSA September Happy Hour
Sep
12
4:00 PM16:00

SD ISSA September Happy Hour

Join us for an evening of networking, fun, and professional growth at our ISSA San Diego Chapter Happy Hour! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals, build relationships, and expand your professional network.

  • Networking: Meet and connect with fellow ISSA San Diego members and cybersecurity professionals.

  • Professional Development: Engage in conversations that can help you grow professionally.

  • Community Building: Help grow the local cybersecurity community by sharing insights and experiences.

  • Complimentary Appetizers: Enjoy delicious appetizers on us!

  • Raffle Prizes: Our sponsor, Normalyze, will be raffling off some gift cards!

Come for the drinks, stay for the conversation. We look forward to seeing you there!

Thank You To Our Happy Hour Sponsor!

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SD ISSA August Lunch Meeting - AI in the Crosshairs
Aug
29
11:30 AM11:30

SD ISSA August Lunch Meeting - AI in the Crosshairs

Topic: AI in the Crosshairs: Mastering the Art of Attack and Defense in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

We will explore the complex role of AI in enhancing and challenging cybersecurity. This presentation highlights the differences among AI models, the implications of government regulations, and the inherent risks in AI systems. It covers key strategies in AI-powered security testing and countermeasures, with a focus on tools like Microsoft Copilot, audio and video fakes, and PentestGPT. The talk is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of how AI technologies are reshaping security frameworks in modern organizations. 

Guest Speaker: Jeromie Jackson

Mr. Jeromie Jackson is a seasoned security expert with over 30 years of experience leading security consultancies providing information security services for Fortune 500, large enterprise, and mid-sized organizations. A well-known speaker, Founder of the San Diego OWASP Chapter, SANS Mentor, and previous Vice President of the San Diego ISACA Chapter, Mr. Jackson is well networked. Covered on Forbes Magazine, Mr. Jackson is a frequent speaker, author, and interviewee for many industry and technology related media outlets. 

 

Thank You To Our Lunch Sponsor!

Darktrace (DARK.L), a global leader in cybersecurity artificial intelligence, is on a mission to free the world from cyber disruption. Breakthrough innovations from our R&D teams in Cambridge, UK, and The Hague, Netherlands have resulted in over 200 patent applications filed. Rather than study historic attacks, Darktrace's technology continuously learns and updates its knowledge of your business data and applies that understanding to help transform security operations to a state of proactive cyber resilience. The Darktrace ActiveAI Security Platform™ provides a full lifecycle approach to cyber resilience that can autonomously spot and respond to known and unknown in progress threats within seconds across the entire organization, including cloud, apps, email, endpoint, network and operational technology (OT). Darktrace, which listed on the London Stock Exchange in 2021, employs over 2,400 people around the world and protects over 9,700 customers globally from advanced cyber threats. To learn more, visit https://darktrace.com/.

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SD ISSA 1st Monthly Happy Hour (August)
Aug
14
5:00 PM17:00

SD ISSA 1st Monthly Happy Hour (August)

Join us for an evening of networking, fun, and professional growth at our ISSA San Diego Chapter Happy Hour! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals, build relationships, and expand your professional network.

  • Networking: Meet and connect with fellow ISSA San Diego members and cybersecurity professionals.

  • Professional Development: Engage in conversations that can help you grow professionally.

  • Community Building: Help grow the local cybersecurity community by sharing insights and experiences.

  • Complimentary Appetizers: Enjoy delicious appetizers on us!

  • Raffle Prizes: Our sponsor, Normalyze, will be raffling off some gift cards!

Come for the drinks, stay for the conversation. We look forward to seeing you there!

Thank You To Our Happy Hour Sponsor!

Normalyze: The Data-First Security Company

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SD ISSA June Lunch Meeting - Standards are good, but why do we need so many in cybersecurity?
Jun
20
11:30 AM11:30

SD ISSA June Lunch Meeting - Standards are good, but why do we need so many in cybersecurity?

Topic: “Standards are good, but why do we need so many in cybersecurity?”

Anyone who has had to manage a cybersecurity program has found themselves inundated with standards, frameworks, and requirements. Some of the popular cyber standards include SOC2, SOC3, FedRAMP, FISMA, CMMC, HIPAA, HITRUST, NERC CIP, PCI, SOX, FFIEC, ATT&CK, D3FEND, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and CIS-18. It’s an alphabet soup! In this presentation, Chris Williams will share with you what these frameworks are, where they came from, what they do best, and how you can use them to help manage a kick-butt cybersecurity program for your organization.

Guest Speaker: CHRIS WILLIAMS

Chris has been involved in the IT security field since 1994 and is a co-author of four books on cybersecurity, including “Enterprise Cybersecurity: How to Build a Successful Cyberdefense Program Against Advanced Threats.” He focuses on enterprise cyber architectures, defense against advanced threats, and strategic regulatory compliance. He has advised government and commercial clients in the financial, industrial, energy, and critical infrastructure sectors. He has presented on these topics at RSA, (ISC)2, ISSA, B-Sides, HIMSS, MILCOM, and other forums. He holds a patent for secure e-commerce technology, along with degrees in computer science and information assurance from Princeton and George Washington Universities. Finally, he served five years in the US Army as a ranger-qualified airborne communications officer.

 

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SD ISSA May 16th Lunch Meeting - Building a Post-Quantum Crypto Readiness Plan for Success with
May
16
11:30 AM11:30

SD ISSA May 16th Lunch Meeting - Building a Post-Quantum Crypto Readiness Plan for Success with

Topic: “PQC Readiness in 2024 – Building a Plan for Success”

This session will outline the tactical steps for establishing, building & supporting a Post-Quantum Crypto (PQC) test environment. With the increasing volume of ecosystem options available and emerging - now is the time to identify and test with your priority enterprise applications. This session will identify and highlight evolving challenges for PKI, Code Signing, IoT, and TLS use cases. This session will highlight real-life strategies to provide attendees with simple examples for building & leveraging a PQC readiness plan in 2024.


Guest Speaker: Blair Canavan

Blair has 30+ years of cybersecurity sales, marketing and business development experience starting as Symantec’s 1st Canadian employee. Blair expanded his cybersecurity and cryptographic expertise with several cyber start-ups including Chrysalis-ITS (Thales), Titus, InfoSec Global, Crypto4A and since September 2019, was recruited back to Thales’ Global Technology Alliances team, inclusive of the Quantum Cryptography portfolio. He is an avid presenter, start-up consultant and IT industry contributor. Blair holds an Hons.BA from the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University, Ontario, Canada.

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SD ISSA Board Election & April 18th Lunch Meeting - with Rick McElroy, CEO and Founder of NeXasure
Apr
18
11:30 AM11:30

SD ISSA Board Election & April 18th Lunch Meeting - with Rick McElroy, CEO and Founder of NeXasure

Presentation title: “The Industrialization of Cyber Crime and What it Means for You”

Abstract: In a world of endless Cyber Crime how can a security team actually defend against “Big Cyber Crime Business?"

About the speaker: Rick McElroy, CEO and Founder of NeXasure | Hacker | Speaker | Marine 🇺🇸 | CISSP | CSIM | CRISC | CCSK

Rick McElroy brings 25 years of dedicated experience in cyber security, he is passionate about helping organizations fortify their defenses and overcome complex security challenges.

His journey in the world of security has taken him from battling and helping secure the U.S. Department of Defense to diverse industries, including retail, insurance, entertainment, cloud computing, and higher education. From performing rigorous penetration testing to architecting and leading robust security programs, my mission is to make the digital world safer. His most recent role was as the Chief Security Strategist for VMware Carbon Black.

In his current role, he is privileged to traverse the globe, collaborating with organizations to enhance their security strategies. Whether speaking on security and privacy or guiding businesses towards robust cyber defenses, he is truly committed to making the digital world a safer place. His contributions to cyber security have been recognized both inside the cyber community as well as in society more broadly. You can often catch him on the BBC, CNN, Fox or in cyber media speaking on behalf of the cyber security community.

In his free time, he enjoys the thrill of poker, the art of stand-up comedy, and laughing with his family. Balancing the seriousness of cybersecurity with laughter and joy keeps him grounded and refreshed.

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SD ISSA Meeting Mar 28th - John Kim Asst. Special Agent, FBI San Diego
Mar
28
11:30 AM11:30

SD ISSA Meeting Mar 28th - John Kim Asst. Special Agent, FBI San Diego

Join us for an insightful event on March 28th featuring John Kim, FBI Assistant Special Agent in-Charge (ASAC)!

With years of experience and expertise, ASAC John Kim will present on the last year's FBI Cyber Threatscape and share invaluable insights, strategies, and emerging trends in cybersecurity that you won't want to miss. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting in the field, this event promises to offer something for everyone. Network with like-minded individuals, gain fresh perspectives, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity.

A member of the FBI since 2007, John Kim serves as the Assistant Special Agent in Charge responsible for all Cyber, Counterintelligence and Intelligence Operations in the San Diego AOR. SSA Kim holds a Master's Degree in Cybersecurity and has held previous roles with the National Security Covert Ops Unit, the Joint Targeting Intelligence Group, and the Joint Cybersecurity Working Group. During this tenure, SSA Kim has consistently promoted cooperation and knowledge

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San Diego ISSA Meeting Dec 5th -  with guest speakers Mike Skurko and Jason Landers
Dec
5
11:30 AM11:30

San Diego ISSA Meeting Dec 5th - with guest speakers Mike Skurko and Jason Landers

Fireside Chat with Silicon Valley VP Mike Skurko and Jason Landers Director of Systems Engineering at TrustInSoft – December 5th

Title: A “Mathe-magical” Shift Left in the SDLC – Zero Day Eradication!

Synopsis: In this casual fireside chat Jason Landers and I will discuss the SDLC and the ongoing BIG PROBLEM: Typically business drivers insist we release code and that with the existing methodologies of SAST, DAST, Fuzzing, and manual code review it is not possible to ensure full coverage and that you have found all of the bugs in code – in particular the issues of undefined behaviors and buffer overflows. (These are the big ones in the news with no-click access to iOS and Android devices.) We will discuss this gold standard of testing which – when using Formal Methods allows for a mathematical proof that your code will run as intended. For safety-critical and cybersecurity concerns – particularly with the Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) of cell phones as the use case de jour for Formal Methods. This methodology is changing the world of code testing to ensure an end to the conundrum of the shift left in the SDLC and the business drivers that typically have ensured that code has traditionally been released with bugs.

Mike Skurko is on his 3d term as VP of the Silicon Valley ISSA where he is responsible for bringing in industry speakers and sponsors for the chapter. Mike is an information security professional with over 15 years of experience in early-phase cybersecurity startups. He is currently the VP of Sales at TrustInSoft where he is building a team and leading the expansion in the US market. Previously he was the founder and CEO of PRE Consulting based in Silicon Valley, where he connected security solutions and practitioners to the APAC market. Mike is an active member of both the Silicon Valley and North Texas chapters of the ISSA. He was raised in Japan and speaks the language and particularly the cuisine of the country fluently.

Jason Lander's career spans over 25 years as both a founder in Cybersecurity as well as working with fortune 500 global enterprises as part of Microsoft Research, Intel Labs, Mandiant, Tektronix, FireEye, Rapid7, and other industry visionaries to improve DevSecOps strategies and other defensive cyber capabilities. Originally a software developer who wrote his first "hello world" code at 12 years old, Jason has a compelling passion and vision for the future of Cybersecurity.

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Collaborative CCOE, (ISC)2, ISACA, ISSA, WiCys San Diego Panel Discussion: CISO panel highlighting lessons from the trenches of San Diego’s key sectors, that can be applied to all businesses.
Oct
19
12:00 PM12:00

Collaborative CCOE, (ISC)2, ISACA, ISSA, WiCys San Diego Panel Discussion: CISO panel highlighting lessons from the trenches of San Diego’s key sectors, that can be applied to all businesses.

  • National University - Spectrum Business Park Academic Headquarters (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the San Diego Chapters of ISACA, ISSA, ISC2, and WiCyS for a cybersecurity panel discussion on October 19 in honor of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, to help San Diego businesses increase their cybersecurity awareness and preparedness to bolster the region’s economic resiliency.

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SAN DIEGO ISSA MEETING - AN AWARD-WINNING CISO: BEING BRILLIANT IN THE BASICS
Sep
28
11:30 AM11:30

SAN DIEGO ISSA MEETING - AN AWARD-WINNING CISO: BEING BRILLIANT IN THE BASICS

  • KPMG LLP (First Floor Training Room) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Tom is an award-winning Chief Information Security Officer and recognized industry thought-leader with over 30 years of experience in designing, implementing and leading risk management programs.  A co-author of “The CISO Handbook” and alumnus of the FBI CISO Academy, Tom is a frequent presenter at healthcare and information security industry events.  Tom has held leadership roles at Sharp Healthcare, John Muir Health, Stanford Children’s Health, Deloitte, and Ernst & Young, and is currently VP, Information Security at AltaMed Health in Los Angeles.   

During this talk, Tom will share insights and practical advice about how to be an effective security practitioner at any level, how to increase your value to the organization you serve, the difference between risk management and compliance, and the value of being brilliant in the basics.    

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San Diego Event In-Person and Online: Tackling Cyber & Privacy Risks in the Compliance Era
Aug
17
12:00 PM12:00

San Diego Event In-Person and Online: Tackling Cyber & Privacy Risks in the Compliance Era

  • National University - Spectrum Business Park Academic Headquarters (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn how to navigate the complexities of securing data on the move and map to various compliance regulations. More specifically, we’ll explore the adoption of the NIST Cybersecurity and Privacy Frameworks, the implementation of Zero-Trust security, and the benefits of unifying communication systems and audit logs.

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Jun
22
11:30 AM11:30

San Diego ISSA Meeting - Tracy Reed June 22nd

  • KPMG LLP (First Floor Training Room) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Bio:

Tracy Reed has 25 years of experience in cyber security. He is a Security Architect consultant and contractor servicing "Big Four" accounting firms, major healtchare providers, and major cloud service providers where he provides security and risk mitigation services. Reed has experience with container security, server hardening, intrusion detection, as well as ISO/NIST/SOC/PCI/HIPAA compliance in cloud/virtualized/containerized environments. Tracy is also an instructor at UCSD Extension and a contract private jet pilot.

Topic 

Tracy will be sharing his expertise with growing a cybersecurity career from analyst to CISO, the challenges faced with identifying strong talent to hire, and how to best develop your existing teams for efficacy, growth and retainment. 

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The Intelligence to Risk (I2R) Pyramid
May
11
11:00 AM11:00

The Intelligence to Risk (I2R) Pyramid

Title: The Intelligence to Risk (I2R) Pyramid 

Description: This talk focuses on the steps necessary (with examples) to translate cyber threat intelligence into five risk impacts, which helps business  leaders understand security control investment tradeoffs. 

Speaker Bio: 

Levi Gundert is Recorded Future's chief security officer, a role in which he leads the continuous effort to measurably decrease operational risk both internally and for clients. Levi has spent the past 20 years in both the public and private sectors, defending networks, arresting international criminals, and uncovering nation-state adversaries. Levi previously led senior information security functions across technology and financial enterprises. He is an author, a trusted risk advisor to Fortune 500 companies, and a prolific speaker, blogger, and columnist.



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Why critical data is being comprised
Apr
13
11:30 AM11:30

Why critical data is being comprised

  • KPMG - FIrst Floor Training Room (map)
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Presentation Topic: Why critical data is being comprised.

 

Bio:

Benjamin Longuechaud is a Senior Sales Engineer for Thales Cloud Security, the world-wide leader in data security, hardware and software encryption. Benjamin started his career as a Software Engineer developing Cloud-based applications before training and supporting software development teams. He recently joined Thales to focus on creating security strategies to Discover, Protect and Control data wherever it resides.

 

Presentation summary:

Securing critical data and information was where this industry started a long time ago but it became more challenging with the rapid growth of enterprise data in an interconnected world. The pandemic forced organizations to support a remote workforce and expose critical systems that were once only accessible from inside the company’s network. We’ve increased the attack surface and the number of vulnerabilities which has led to more data breaches. With the technology advancements in access management, data discovery and encryption we can once again shift the focus to securing our data and information. In this presentation, we will discuss a unified data-centric security approach and strategy to protecting your most critical data and information.

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San Diego ISSA Meeting - with guest speaker Terrence Weekes, VP, Technology Operations & CISO  Jack in the Box
Mar
9
11:30 AM11:30

San Diego ISSA Meeting - with guest speaker Terrence Weekes, VP, Technology Operations & CISO Jack in the Box

  • KPMG LLP - First floor training room (map)
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Terrence Weekes, VP, Technology Operations & CISO

Jack in the Box

Topic: "The Operational CISO" 

Abstract: Terrence Weekes with Jack in the Box presents on a day in the life of an Operational CISO in the quick-service restaurant industry. 

 

Bio:

Terrence Weekes serves as Chief Information Security Officer and head of Technology Operations for Jack in the Box Inc., a publicly traded quick service restaurant company based in San Diego, California that operates and franchises Jack in the Box® and Del Taco® restaurants, together comprising one of the nation’s largest hamburger and taco restaurant chains.

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San Diego Cybersecurity Mixer
Feb
16
6:00 PM18:00

San Diego Cybersecurity Mixer

  • Ballast Point Brewing - Miramar (map)
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Details

All are welcome! Come hang and meet others from our local cyber community. OWASP is thrilled to partner with Women in Cybersecurity as well as other local cyber orgs on this one (ISACA, ISC2, CSA, ISSA, DEFCON 858/619).

Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 6:00 PM to Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 8:00 PM PST

Every 3rd Thursday of the month

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Ballast Point Brewing Miramar

9045 Carroll Way · San Diego, CA

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San Diego ISSA Meeting - guest speaker Tonia Dudley, CISO Cofense. Feb 9th
Feb
9
11:30 AM11:30

San Diego ISSA Meeting - guest speaker Tonia Dudley, CISO Cofense. Feb 9th

Speaking Topic:

Join us for great talk from Tonia Dudley, VP & CISO Cofense

Title: Phishing Threat Landscape

About the Speaker:

Bio: After joining Cofense in 2018 as a strategic advisor, Tonia Dudley currently serves as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the organization. With over 15 years of cybersecurity experience, Tonia has managed programs in incident response, security awareness, and IT compliance for large, global organizations such as Honeywell and Charles Schwab. As a current Executive Committee Member for the National Cybersecurity Alliance, Tonia works closely with organizations such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), promoting information security best practices and education to organizations around the world.

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    Speaking Topic:   Join us for great talk from Special Agent John Kim from the FBI.   Title:  The FBI's Cyber Threatscape   About the Speaker:    John Kim  - Assistant Special Agent-in-Charge FBI San Di
Jan
12
11:30 AM11:30

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Speaking Topic:

Join us for great talk from Special Agent John Kim from the FBI.

Title: The FBI's Cyber Threatscape

About the Speaker:

John Kim - Assistant Special Agent-in-Charge FBI San Diego

Bio: A member of the FBI since 2007, John Kim serves as the Assistant Special Agent in Charge responsible for all Cyber, Counterintelligence and Intelligence Operations in the San Diego AOR. SSA Kim holds a Master's Degree in Cybersecurity and previous roles with the National Security Covert Ops Unit, the Joint Targeting Intelligence Group, and the Joint Cybersecurity Working Group. During this tenure, SSA Kim has consistently promoted cooperation and knowledge sharing between public and private organizations in the countries he's served.

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Collaborative (ISC)2, ISACA, ISSA San Diego Panel Discussion: A Review of 2022, and Predictions for 2023
Nov
17
12:00 PM12:00

Collaborative (ISC)2, ISACA, ISSA San Diego Panel Discussion: A Review of 2022, and Predictions for 2023

  • Amazon San Diego Tech Hub (Corp Office) (map)
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Panel Discussion: Collaborative (ISC)2, ISACA, ISSA San Diego Panel Discussion: A Review of 2022, and Predictions for 2023

Description: 
Join us on on-premises or online Thursday, November 17th at noon for a special (ISC)2, ISACA and ISSA San Diego joint panel driven event, where we review 2022 and make some predictions for 2023.

This event is sponsored by ESET North America, who will share security and compliance insights from their research division.

Details:
Date: Thursday, November 17
Time: 12:00 - 1:15 p.m.
Location: On-Premises and Online via Amazon Chime
CPE: 1

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