May 14th, 2026 @5:30 PM – Microsoft’s Bob Peters and Michael Williams – From Standards to Strategy: Post‑Quantum Migration Playbook for Security Leaders
Register:This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu &pizza). REGISTER HERE for IN PERSON & ONLINE via MS Teams. Location: Microsoft Reston 11955 Freedom Dr., Reston, VA 20190Location: Floor 2, Rooms 2.2C, 2.2D. Free garage parking directly across from location. Metro Station Accessible. In-person registration closes on Tuesday, May 12,...
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Agentic AI for Cybersecurity Professionals Workshop – April 27th and 29th – 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm ET
Course Level: FoundationalDuration: Two Evenings (7 Hours Total)Delivery: Virtual – Live via Microsoft TeamsDates: April 27th and 29th, 2026 (6:00 PM – 9:30 PM ET each evening)CPEs: 7 Course Overview Join ISSA-NOVA for an intensive two-evening virtual workshop, “Agentic AI for Cybersecurity Professionals,” designed to provide a foundational understanding of how agentic AI systems are...
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May 9th, 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: 05/09/26 (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...
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Spring 2026 – CISSP Certification Prep Course
ISSA-NOVA is hosting a comprehensive preparation course for the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) exam. This course covers all 8 domains of the CISSP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) and is designed for experienced security professionals seeking to validate their expertise. Learning ObjectivesMaster all 8 domains of the CISSP Common Body of KnowledgeApply security...
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NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF) Workshop – January 26th and 28th, 2026 – 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm ET
Course Level: FoundationalDuration: Day (7 Hours Total)Delivery: Virtual – Live via Microsoft TeamsDate: January 26th & 28th, 2026 (6:00 PM – 9:30 PM ET each evening)CPEs: 7 Course Overview Join ISSA-NOVA for an immersive, full-day workshop designed to equip cybersecurity, privacy, risk, and technology professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the NIST Artificial Intelligence Risk...
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January 15th, 2026 @5:30 PM – Dr. Kyle David on Safeguarding Privacy Across the AI Development Lifecycle
Register: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu &pizza). REGISTER HERE for IN PERSON & ONLINE via MS Teams. Location: Microsoft Reston 11955 Freedom Dr., Reston, VA 20190Location: Floor 2, Rooms 2.2C, 2.2D. Free garage parking directly across from location. Metro Station Accessible. In-person registration closes on Tuesday, January...
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ISSA-NOVA Announces 2026 Board of Directors
The ISSA-NOVA Chapter is pleased to announce the election of its 2026 Board of Directors. These accomplished cybersecurity leaders bring a diverse range of expertise, experience, and commitment to advancing the mission of ISSA-NOVA and supporting our members and the broader cybersecurity community. The following individuals have been elected to serve during the 2026 term: ISSA-NOVA...
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Cybersecurity & IT Professionals: Guest Speakers Wanted!
We need YOU!Are you a professional in the IT or Cybersecurity sector? We are looking for industryexperts to inspire high school students (ages 13-18) in our Cybersecurity Fundamentalsprogram at Hayfield Secondary School. Your High-Impact SessionDedicate just 30 minutes to share your expertise. You will: We can accommodate speakers in-person or virtually. Ready to Make a...
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May 18 @ 5:30 pm – Zachary Vaughn on Combating Insiders and Novel, Unknown Attacks with AI: A Real US Government Case Study

Register: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu TBD). [LINK FOR REGISTRATION] IN PERSON & ONLINE ZOOM, Location 6th floor of 11955 Freedom Drive, Reston, VA 20190. Registration closes on Monday 05/15/2023. Abstract: With…
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April 20 @5:30 pm – William Crane on Zero Trust: A Practical Approach to Getting Budget Resources

Register: REGISTER: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu TBD). REGISTER HERE IN PERSON & ONLINE ZOOM, Location 6th floor of 1550 Crystal Dr, Arlington, VA 22202. Registration closes on Monday 04/17/2023. Abstract: This…
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Interpretable Machine Learning in Cybersecurity Ph.D. Survey

Frank Gearhart is conducting research on how well machine learning can generate explanations for use by cybersecurity professionals. He is recruiting individuals who meet all of these criteria: If you decide to participate in this study, you will be asked…
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FutureCon Washington, D.C. CyberSecurity Conference, Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 @8:00 am – 5:00 pm

LIVE @ Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel, 2800 S Potomac Ave, Arlington, VA 22202. FutureCon is Offering All ISSA Members a Free In-Person VIP Pass ($200 Value)! Full day ticket includes CPE Credits, All Sessions, CISO Panel, Networking, Breakfast, Lunch,…
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Mar 16 @5:30 pm – Michael McCabe on Secure Cloud Application Development

Register: REGISTER: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu &Pizza). REGISTER HERE IN PERSON & ONLINE ZOOM, Location Microsoft 11955 Freedom Drive, Reston, VA 20190 room 2.2e. Registration closes on Monday 03/13/2023. Networking and…
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FEB 16 @5:30 pm – Philip Niedermair on U.S. Cyberspace Solarium 2.0 Recommendations and Implementation

Register: REGISTER: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu – Nando’s Peri Peri). REGISTER HERE IN PERSON & ONLINE ZOOM, Location Marymount University Ballston Center: 1000 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22201. Free Parking…
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2023 ISSA-NOVA Board Election Results

Congratulations to the 2023 board for their successful election! Starting in January, our board members are: President — Michael D. Smith Senior Vice President — Walter Cekala VP of Operations — Ariel Huckabay (New) VP of Communications — Richard E….
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JAN 19 @5:30pm – Open Source Software (OSS) Dependency Risk Management

REGISTER: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu, mezeh – mediterranean Grill). REGISTER HERE for IN PERSON & ONLINE Zoom, Location Battelle Crystal City Office 1550 Crystal Dr., Suite 601, Arlington, VA 22202-4138. Free Parking…
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DEC 15 @5:30pm – Panel Discussion on Cloud Security Fundamentals

REGISTER: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu &Pizza). REGISTER HERE for IN PERSON & ONLINE MS Teams, Location Microsoft 12012 Sunset Hills Road, Reston, VA 20190. Free Parking (validated parking) and Reston Town Center Metro Station…
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NOV 17 @5:30 pm – Thomas D. Koh on Cyber Intrusion Strategies for Countering Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)

Register: REGISTER: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu Chipotle). REGISTER HERE for IN PERSON & ONLINE ZOOM, Location Marymount University Ballston Center: 1000 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22201. Free Parking (see guard…
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