Upcoming Events

  • Trusted Data Governance: Security, Privacy, and AI Workshop – August 31st and September 2nd – 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm ET
    Course Code: TDG-CYBER101Course Level: Foundational–IntermediateDuration: Two Evenings (7 Hours Total)Delivery: Virtual – Live via Microsoft TeamsCPEs: 7Prerequisites: None. A basic understanding of cybersecurity, information security management, or risk management is helpful but not required. Course Overview Join ISSA-NOVA for an engaging two-evening virtual “Trusted Data Governance: Security, Privacy, and AI Workshop,” designed for cybersecurity professionals,...
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  • September 17th, 2026 @5:30 PM – Victoria Yan Pillitteri – Same Controls, New Frontier: Adapting the NIST SP 800-53 Controls for AI Systems
    Register:This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Catered by Maggiano’s Little Italy). REGISTER HERE for IN PERSON & ONLINE Zoom, Location Marymount University Ballston Center 1000 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22201. This will be in room: Ballston Auditorium. Metro Station Accessible. Registration closes Wednesday, 09/16/26. Abstract:AI systems introduce new risks—but they don’t require...
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  • September 26th, 2026 @10:00 am to 11:00 am ET – Python & Machine Learning Programming Workshop – 5-Session Professional Development Program
    Course Level: FoundationalDuration: 5 Sessions (1 Hour Each)Delivery: Virtual – Live via Microsoft TeamsCPEs: Up to 5 (based on attendance)Start Date: 09/26/26 (Saturdays)Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am ET Course Overview ISSA-NOVA is offering a hands-on introductory program designed to provide foundational knowledge in Python-based Machine Learning (ML) for security professionals and other technical practitioners with little to no programming experience....
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  • ISSA-NOVA’s Dr. Brian K. Ngac Receives 2026 ISSA Honor Roll Award
    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ISSA-NOVA’s Dr. Brian K. Ngac Receives 2026 ISSA Honor Roll Award ISSA-NOVA leader honored for sustained contributions to cybersecurity, professional education and workforce development RESTON VIRGINA, August 18, 2026 – Dr. Brian K. Ngac, a longtime volunteer leader with the Information Systems Security Association’s Northern Virginia Chapter, has been named a 2026...
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  • ISSA-NOVA Past President Michael D. Smith Named 2026 ISSA International Fellow
    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ISSA-NOVA Past President Michael D. Smith Named 2026 ISSA International Fellow Former ISSA-NOVA president recognized for leadership, professional excellence, volunteer service and contributions to the cybersecurity profession RESTON VIRGINIA, August 17, 2026: The Information Systems Security Association, Northern Virginia Chapter (ISSA-NOVA) congratulates Michael D. Smith, former chapter president and current president emeritus,...
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  • ISSA-NOVA Past President Brian Schultz Named to 2026 ISSA Hall of Fame
    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ISSA-NOVA Past President Brian Schultz Named to 2026 ISSA Hall of Fame Longtime cybersecurity leader recognized with ISSA’s highest lifetime achievement honor for more than three decades of professional leadership, service and mentorship RESTON VIRGINIA, VA. – August 15, 2026 – The Information Systems Security Association – Northern Virginia Chapter (ISSA-NOVA) congratulates...
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  • ISSA-NOVA Named 2026 ISSA Medium Chapter of the Year
    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ISSA-NOVA Named 2026 ISSA Medium Chapter of the Year Northern Virginia chapter recognized for membership service, cybersecurity education, community engagement, and support for the profession RESTON VIRGINIA – August 1st, 2026 – The Information Systems Security Association Northern Virginia Chapter, known as ISSA-NOVA, has been named the 2026 ISSA Medium Chapter of...
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  • Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Workshop – July 13th and 15th – 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm ET
    Course Level: FoundationalDuration: Two Evenings (7 Hours Total)Delivery: Virtual – Live via Microsoft TeamsCPEs: 7 Course Overview Join ISSA-NOVA for an intensive two-evening virtual “Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Workshop,” designed to provide federal employees, contractors, and supporting organizations with a practical understanding of the Federal government’s Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Program. This workshop introduces participants...
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Cyber Defense Initiative 2015: Women’s CONNECT

Women’s CONNECT Event in partnership with ISSA International When:  Tuesday, 12/15/2015 Where:  Grand Hyatt Washington, 1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20001  Map this event » This reception is free of charge, but space is limited. Please register using the…
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[September 2015] Chapter Meeting – Mark Rasch of Verizon

Talk Recording: Join Mark Rasch from Verizon as he applies Sun Tzu’s Art of War to network intrusions – using lessons learned from analysis of real incidents. Mark tweets @mdrasch and writes at securitycurrent.com —————————————– September 17, 2015 @ 6:30 PM MITRE Corporation (MITRE 1)…
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[August 2015] Chapter Social at MACH 37

August 20, 2015 – August 20, 2015 2214 Rock Hill Road Map and Directions | Register Description: Join other members of the information security community in Northern Virginia for heavy appetizers and drinks at MACH37 on August 20. The night…
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[July 2015] Spies Among Us – Ira Winkler

July 16, 2015 – July 16, 2015 1910 Oracle Way Map and Directions | Register Description: Ira Winkler is a frequent speaker at RSA who tweets @irawinkler His book “Spies Among Us” uncovers the modern espionage threat, and how to mitigate it. Register

[June 2015] Ron Gula of Tenable Network Security

June 18, 2015 – June 18, 2015 2214 Rock Hill Road Map and Directions | Register Description: Join Ron Gula of Tenable for a lively discussion of current security topics. Location: MACH 37 (park in visitor garage on lower level) 2214 Rock…
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