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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ISSA Nova Public Service Announcement

The ISSA Nova Chapter released a Public Service Announcement on You Tube on December 18, 2023. Discover ISSA-NOVA, the Northern VA Chapter of the Information Systems Security Association PSA.

2024 ISSA NOVA Board Elections

2024 board elections were held at the 12/14/2023 chapter meeting. Nominations were held at the 11/16/2023 chapter meeting.  The following ISSA Nova Executive Board Members were elected: President — Michael D. SmithSenior Vice President — Walter CekalaVice President of Communications — Richard…
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Cyber Certification Scholarship Opportunity

The SCIPP International and Eastern Shore Community College is offering an Online Cyber Certification and Internship Program (OCCIP). ISSA Nova members who are State of Virginia residents can earn up to seven 100% cyber certification scholarships worth up to $22,800….
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