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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August 17 @5:30pm – Linda V. Priebe on EU-US Data Privacy Framework [Summer Social]

Register: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal and drinks will be served (Meal menu TBD). This will be a catered event and advanced registration is required. REGISTER HERE IN PERSON & ONLINE ZOOM. Registration closes on Monday 08/14/2023. The Location…
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July 20 @5:30 pm – Kevin E. Greene on Software Security

Register: REGISTER: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu Mezeh Mediterranean). REGISTER HERE IN PERSON & ONLINE ZOOM, Location Battelle Crystal City Office, 6th floor: 1550 Crystal Dr, Arlington, VA 22202. Registration closes on…
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June 15 @5:30 pm – Christopher Cleary on Emerging Trends in Cybersecurity

Register: REGISTER: This is a Hybrid meeting. A dinner meal will be served (Meal menu TBD). REGISTER HERE IN PERSON & ONLINE ZOOM, Location Marymount University Ballston Center: 1000 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22201. Registration closes on Monday 06/12/2023….
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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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