Send nominations to the Election Chair
Nominations will close on Monday, March 15 at 11:59 p.m. US Pacific time for the International Board of Directors. In this year’s election, you will select the International President and five (5) directors.
In addition to a nomination from your chapter, a member of the International Board of Directors or by petition for at-large members, the following documents must be provided by each candidate prior to the deadline. Documents can be emailed to Election Chair or faxed to ISSA International, 206-299-3366.
For more information please consult the complete nomination and election guidelines or visit the ISSA website.
Questions and nominations should be directed to Dave Cullinane, Election Committee Chair. Nominations and petitions received after 11:59 p.m. US Pacific Daylight Time on March 15 will not be considered.
Live Event: March 16, 2010
Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00pm London
CLICK HERE to register for this ISSA Web Conference
Web Conference Overview:
Over the past two decades Data Privacy has continued to be assaulted by an unending series of challenges. Today’s challenge involves our current infrastructure; that has been referred to by some as a flat, borderless, social networked cloud computing world. While strategies and technologies are still evolving to handle the current and potential future challenges, we find ourselves deluged with laws.
Given the international nature of the infrastructure it is important to understand the background of some of these laws and the issues a security professional may have when trying to comply with them.
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Presentation Overview: An increasing part of our daily interactions happen electronically. In these interactions we are sharing lots of personal information and it has become impossible to control its dispersal and to protect our privacy. Can privacy enhancing technologies still save us? In this talk we will discuss what technologies are already available, how and to what extent they can be used in practice. We will conclude with open practical and theoretical challenges that remain.
Presentation Overview: The efficiency of email and Web-based technologies has proven to be an essential tool for business. Hackers who are relentless in their pursuit to cause damage and harm have also, unfortunately, discovered the advantages of using the Web and email. As a result, organizations that routinely rely on Web and email as vital instruments for business are being exposed to data loss risks through Web and email blended threats. Fortunately, protecting essential information does not have to be a cumbersome task. Leading technology is available to protect sensitive data and can help address your organization’s regulatory compliance. Learn how to protect against these new-age threats with data loss prevention technology that identifies, monitors and protects confidential information.
Presentation Overview: The use of personal information is essential for business operations, permeating everything from customer, to vendor and employee records. A breach of personal information can have significant legal, financial and brand implications for an organization. With over 45 US states and territories having security breach notification laws, navigating the varied notice requirements can be a challenge. This session will provide an overview of the basic requirements and variations in the security breach notification laws, highlight some of the challenges in complying with these laws, and discuss some practical steps businesses can take to develop effective breach response plans.
Have you dealt with Botnets at work? Would you be willing to share your solution? Login to ISSA Connect and add your thoughts to Greg Stenberg's discussion question on 'How does one know when they've been compromised?' Just follow this link to join in the Connect discussion: https://connect.issa.org/thread/1316
Thanks to the volunteers from around the world who staffed the ISSA booth at last week's RSA Conference USA. Volunteers came from as far away as Australia and Japan and as near as San Francisco and Silicon Valley.
Five lucky attendees received a 1-year ISSA general membership. The RSA winners include:
Booth visitors who are not currently ISSA members will receive an invitation to attend a chapter meeting.
The Psychology of Security is different from the psychology of an employee trying to accomplish a specific task. The task-oriented person is concentrating on finding ways that work smoothly to accomplish something; the security minded person is looking for places where the normal work process could be corrupted for personal gain. This reverse in orientation is usually a learned skill. How can information security professionals teach others this viewpoint?
What are the benefits of having an information security point of view? What are the potential pitfalls of only having a security point of view? How can you give programmers and system integrators the ability to stand back and look at their systems from a security perspective? How should can security practitioners work to give managers a better understanding of the advantages and dangers of emerging new technologies such as smart-phones, FaceBook and Twitter?
Helping other business professionals buy into the psychology of security is not easily done: what has worked for you? What motivations have furthered this communication and what tools and methods have helped? How can this be integrated into the normal business process so that security is part of the design criteria of new processes and programs?
How do current regulatory trends assist this process? How do new technologies change the role of security professionals?
The ISSA Educational Advisory Council (EAC) would like to hear from you regarding your experiences. Click here to submit your article today!
Click on cover image for the BlueToad online Journal; for full PDF version click here; or join the discussion in ISSA Connect.
ISSA Journal and the Kindle DX: The ISSA Journal displays quite nicely on the Kindle DX. To download the Journal to your Kindle DX, simply download the PDF from either the ISSA website or from the online BlueToad version (choose PDF from top menu bar). Once you've downloaded the file, hook up the Kindle DX's USB cable and transfer it to the document directory.
The United States Intelligence Community, an integrated network of agencies that work together to protect national security, is seeking a culturally diverse, technically savvy workforce in a variety of fields. A Virtual Career Fair will be held on March 16. ISSA members are invited to explore career opportunities, chat with recruiters and apply for job openings – all from the comfort of your computer.
Click here to register and begin viewing this on-demand webinar
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Live Event: August 31, 2010
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Live Event: September 28, 2010
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Live Event: October 26, 2010
Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00 pm London
Live Event: November 16, 2010
Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00 pm London
Mark your calendar to join your fellow ISSA Members at this leading event.
Click here for event details
Cost: For all four sessions: $100 ISSA Members; $200 for Non-Members
Required student resources: Study Book - CISSP Certification All-in-One Exam Guide (4th Edition)
Free Quiz: http://www.freepracticetests.org/quiz/home.php
Forum for answers to your questions and more: http://cccure.org/
For event details and registration click here
For more information, please contact: educationdirector@raleigh.issa.org
Cost: $5.00 for lunch (deli sandwich buffet)
Click here to request information about the event and to register
Cost: You may register for the examination on the ISC(2) Web site.
There is a $599 examination fee. For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Discount to ISSA Members: 20%
Discount code: “partner”
For details and registration click here
From now until October 9th: ISSA Members at $30; Sister Org. Members (ISACA, InfraGuard, OWASP) at $40; Government at $40; Other attendees - $65
After Early Bird Close - October 10th - 20th: Registration for ALL is $85 for any online registrations or for on-site registration (cash or check only)
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Interested in Sponsorship - Conference Sponsorships; Chapter/Conference Sponsor
*CISO Forum dates and locations are subject to change.
| Washington, DC Area | May 20 - 21, 2010 |
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| Atlanta, GA | September 16 - 17, 2010 |
| Phoenix, AZ | November 4 - 5, 2010 |
For details on the CISO Forum please visit CLICK HERE.
*CISO Executive Memberships are subject to approval. Applicants and guests must be executive level information security professionals; reporting directly to the CEO, CFO, CIO, and be responsible for internal security for their organization. Complete membership criteria is available at: http://ciso.issa.org/Membership/Membership-Criteria.html
March 23 - 24, 2010
April 27 - 28, 2010
May 12 - 13, 2010
September 22 - 23, 2010
October 6 - 7, 2010
October 27 - 28, 2010
November 3 - 4, 2010
December 7 - 8, 2010
SecureWorld regional conferences deliver the most affordable, highest quality security education, training and networking right to your community. SecureWorld Expo provides security education and training with nearly 60 sessions including: Cloud Computing, End Point Security, Data Privacy, Risk Management, PCI Compliance, Cybercrime and much more. SecureWorld also offers an exhibit floor featuring nearly 50 exhibitors with the latest products and services available to effectively secure your enterprise. Plus, you could earn 12-16 CPE credits toward your CISSP certifications.
ISSA MEMBERS are offered a $100 discount off the $245 conference pass which includes access to the Conference Sessions, Conference Breakfast Keynote, Exhibits & Open Sessions (Includes Lunch) and 12 CPE credits. Register on-line using code ISSNWS10.
SecureWorld+ Extended Training 2010 includes 4+ hours of intense training worth 16 CPE credits and full access to the complete SecureWorld conference program. SecureWorld+ Pass is only $495 with special ISSA member discount, register using code ISSNWS10.
For event details and registration go to: http://www.secureworldexpo.com/
April 15, 2010
June 17, 2010
August 10, 2010
August 17, 2010
SecureWorld will be hosting four one-day events focused specifically on Data Privacy. With ever changing Data Privacy regulations the SecureWorld Spotlight Data Privacy Series will be dedicated to presenting information on the current and projected laws and their impact on your business. Topics will include the history of the laws, the day-to-day ramifications seen and what tools/solutions are available to help. This day of training includes lunch and attendees will have the opportunity to earn a 5 CPE Certificate of attendance.
Registration for each SecureWorld Spotlight is $95 ISSA members receive $20 off by entering in code ISSSPOT10. For more information, visit http://www.secureworldexpo.com/
Cost: US$780
Discount to ISSA Members: 20% off
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Cost: Regular Main Conference Fee - $1795
Discount to ISSA Members: 10% off
Discount Code: OS10/ISSA
For event details CLICK HERE
For event registration CLICK HERE
Cost: Standard Training Package at $2,245.00; Premium Training Package at $2,745.00; Full Day Workshop at $695.00
Discount to ISSA Members: $300 (cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion)
Discount Code: ISSA2010
For details and registration click here
Cost: $2500.00
Discount to ISSA Members: $500.00
Discount Code: ISSAM
For event details and registration click here
Cost: Military/Government = £1099 and Commercial = £1499
Discount to ISSA Members = £150
Discount Code: W23 ISSA
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Cost: $399 – Government only (tuition)
Discount to ISSA Members: Cost reduced to $399 for Government Delegates only (includes tuition, credits)- Savings of $600 (ISSA Solution Providers who wish to be involved will receive 10% off of standard Solution Provider Rates)
Discount Code: GTRA09399 (Government only)
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Cost: Early Bird: $375, After March 31st - $450, After April 30th - $475
Discount to ISSA Members: $375 until May 15th, after May 15th - $425
Discount Code: ISSA-2010 (to be used on the Colloquium Registration form)
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Cost: Free to attend
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Cost: ISSA Members, $1800 (regardless early bird or standard)
The fee covers the Sunday evening welcome reception, continental breakfast/breaks/lunches Monday-Friday and the Wednesday evening banquet dinner.
Discount Code: ISSA2010
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Cost: £575.00
Discount to ISSA Members: 20%
Discount Code: ISSA
For event details and the registration discount, please email: mark@keynoteworld.com
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Discount to ISSA Members: 10% on standard rate
Discount Code: Provide ISSA membership number during registration
CLICK HERE for details and registration.
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Seminar Date: May 18, 2010
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Seminar Date: April 20, 2010
Location: Boston, MA, USA
Seminar Dates and Locations:
Dallas, TX, USA - April 13, 2010
Seattle, WA, USA - September 28, 2010
New York, NY, USA - November 16, 2010
Seminar Date: October 26, 2010
Location: San Francisco, CA, USA
Download a copy of our white paper to learn how a unified approach to information protection is the most effective means of protecting sensitive data while increasing collaboration.
If you missed this week’s ISSA Web Conference, simply register and begin viewing on-demand. Click here to register now.
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Web Conference Overview: Have you got or planning a roadmap for information security efforts over the coming months or years? Have you taken into account the potential impact of existing, newly enacted, or soon to be implemented legislation? Legal and regulatory areas have considerably impacted the InfoSec environment over the last 10-20 years. It is a challenging area for professionals to navigate the potential mines set by differing national and international authorities and deal with the way interpretation evolves. Increasingly the consequences of non-compliance are becoming more concrete and substantial and in order not to get caught you need to keep abreast of what is happening and in the pipeline and the implications for business and individuals. This conference looks to pull together a truly global view in an easy to digest format. Conference presenters include:
Robert Carolina – Partner, Origin; Senior Visiting Fellow, InfoSec Group - Royal Holloway University of London
Joe Tasker – Independent Consultant; formerly Sr. VP and General Counsel, Information Technology Association of America
Sean Glynn – Vice President Marketing, CREDANT Technologies
Dr. Simone Fischer-Hübner – Professor, Department of Computer Science, Karlstad University
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Send to the Election Chair by March 15
Elections for the ISSA International Board of Directors are approaching. This year members will elect the International President and five (5) directors.
International Board terms are for two years. Members are expected to attend three to four face-to-face meetings annually and participate in conference calls in months when no face-to-face meeting is held. All Board members are expected to support their elected positions with such time and effort as is required to enable the association to continually improve its services, its position within the industry, and its effectiveness.
Candidates for President must be experienced members of the International Board. Anyone interested in being nominated as a Director can learn about the International Board of Directors' responsibilities in Article VI of the ISSA By-Laws. For more information on the election and nomination process, click here.
The February issue of the ISSA Journal is one of two print editions that will be mailed to you this year. If it hasn’t already arrived in your mailbox, it should arrive soon! Click on the cover image for the online magazine, here for individual articles, or join the discussion in ISSA Connect.
ISSA Journal and the Kindle DX: The ISSA Journal displays quite nicely on the Kindle DX. To download the Journal to your Kindle DX, simply download the PDF from either the ISSA website or from the online BlueToad version (choose PDF from top menu bar). Once you've downloaded the file, hook up the Kindle DX's USB cable and transfer it to the document directory.
Click here to register and begin viewing this on-demand webinar
Webcast Description: As 2010 begins we want to take a look at some of the Top Security Threats organization are facing. Join us in a lively discussion as we debate the Top 10 Security Predictions for 2010.
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Are you planning on attending RSA in San Francisco, California, March 1 – 5, 2010?
Visit our booth, #230, and enter a drawing to win a free year's membership inclusive of chapter dues (can be used to extend your existing membership). There will also be a separate drawing for vendors for a chance to win a full page 4-color ad in the ISSA Journal.
Invite your friends and business associates who are not ISSA members to visit the ISSA booth and join during the conference. If they join ISSA during the conference, we will send you a special gift as a token of appreciation.
Booth shifts are still available on Tuesday and Thursday; please contact Dana Paulino or by calling (866) 349-5818, extension 103 to volunteer.
Thank you to everyone who took part in the ISSA Membership Survey. Through the information collected, ISSA hopes to better serve the professional community and support members worldwide. We would like to recognize Michael Kinney and Melissa McCoy for participating in the survey; who were randomly selected to receive the $100 VISA gift cards. Congratulations.
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Live Event: March 16, 2010
Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00pm London
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Live Event: April 20, 2010
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Live Event: May 11, 2010
Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00pm London
Live Event: June 15, 2010
Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00pm London
Live Event: August 31, 2010
Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00pm London
Cost: $25.00
For event details and registration click here
Cost: For all four sessions: $100 ISSA Members; $200 for Non-Members
Required student resources: Study Book - CISSP Certification All-in-One Exam Guide (4th Edition)
Free Quiz: http://www.freepracticetests.org/quiz/home.php
Forum for answers to your questions and more: http://cccure.org/
For event details and registration click here
For more information, please contact: educationdirector@raleigh.issa.org
Cost: $5.00 for lunch (deli sandwich buffet)
Click here to request information about the event and to register
Cost: You may register for the examination on the ISC(2) Web site.
There is a $599 examination fee. For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Discount to ISSA Members: 20%
Discount code: “partner”
For details and registration click here
Mark your calendar to connect and collaborate at the 2010 ISSA International Conference
For event details CLICK HERE
From now until October 9th: ISSA Members at $30; Sister Org. Members (ISACA, InfraGuard, OWASP) at $40; Government at $40; Other attendees - $65
After Early Bird Close - October 10th - 20th: Registration for ALL is $85 for any online registrations or for on-site registration (cash or check only)
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Interestd in Sponsorship - Conference Sponsorships; Chapter/Conference Sponsor
*CISO Forum dates and locations are subject to change.
| San Francisco, CA | February 28 - March 1, 2010 |
|---|---|
| Washington, DC Area | May 20 - 21, 2010 |
| Atlanta, GA | September 16 - 17, 2010 |
| Phoenix, AZ | November 4 - 5, 2010 |
For details on the CISO Forum please visit CLICK HERE.
*CISO Executive Memberships are subject to approval. Applicants and guests must be executive level information security professionals; reporting directly to the CEO, CFO, CIO, and be responsible for internal security for their organization. Complete membership criteria is available at: http://ciso.issa.org/Membership/Membership-Criteria.html
Cost: $1,495 – $2,195
Discount to ISSA Members: $150
Discount Code: CLICK HERE to request
Complimentary Expo Pass Code: CLICK HERE to request
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
March 23 - 24, 2010
April 27 - 28, 2010
May 12 - 13, 2010
September 22 - 23, 2010
October 6 - 7, 2010
October 27 - 28, 2010
November 3 - 4, 2010
December 7 - 8, 2010
SecureWorld regional conferences deliver the most affordable, highest quality security education, training and networking right to your community. SecureWorld Expo provides security education and training with nearly 60 sessions including: Cloud Computing, End Point Security, Data Privacy, Risk Management, PCI Compliance, Cybercrime and much more. SecureWorld also offers an exhibit floor featuring nearly 50 exhibitors with the latest products and services available to effectively secure your enterprise. Plus, you could earn 12-16 CPE credits toward your CISSP certifications.
ISSA MEMBERS are offered a $100 discount off the $245 conference pass which includes access to the Conference Sessions, Conference Breakfast Keynote, Exhibits & Open Sessions (Includes Lunch) and 12 CPE credits. Register on-line using code ISSNWS10.
SecureWorld+ Extended Training 2010 includes 4+ hours of intense training worth 16 CPE credits and full access to the complete SecureWorld conference program. SecureWorld+ Pass is only $495 with special ISSA member discount, register using code ISSNWS10.
For event details and registration go to: http://www.secureworldexpo.com/
Cost: Regular Main Conference Fee - $1795
Discount to ISSA Members: 10% off
Discount Code: OS10/ISSA
For event details CLICK HERE
For event registration CLICK HERE
Cost: Military/Government = £1099 and Commercial = £1499
Discount to ISSA Members = £150
Discount Code: W23 ISSA
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Cost: Early Bird: $375, After March 31st - $450, After April 30th - $475
Discount to ISSA Members: $375 until May 15th, after May 15th - $425
Discount Code: ISSA-2010 (to be used on the Colloquium Registration form)
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Download a copy of our white paper to learn how a unified approach to information protection is the most effective means of protecting sensitive data while increasing collaboration.

Bill Danigelis, Silicon Valley Chapter, has been appointed by International President Kevin Richards as the Vice President of the Board of Directors. An ISSA member for 13 years, Danigelis currently represents the US Western Region on the Chapter Presidents Advisory Council (CPAC). He has served on his Chapter Board of Directors for 9 years including three years as President and was a director on the International Board from 2007-2009.
Send to the Election Chair by March 15
Elections for the ISSA International Board of Directors are approaching. This year members will elect the International President and five (5) directors.
International Board terms are for two years. Members are expected to attend three to four face-to-face meetings annually and participate in conference calls in months when no face-to-face meeting is held. All Board members are expected to support their elected positions with such time and effort as is required to enable the association to continually improve its services, its position within the industry, and its effectiveness.
Candidates for President must be experienced members of the International Board. Anyone interested in being nominated as a Director can learn about the International Board of Directors' responsibilities in Article VI of the ISSA By-Laws. For more information on the election and nomination process, click here.
Nominations will be accepted for the ISSA Fellow Program until midnight US Pacific time on February 15. For details on the qualifications and nomination process, click here.
The ISSA Fellow Program recognizes remarkable accomplishments in the field of information security and leadership as well as future service to the association and profession. Members may be awarded Fellow status in three categories: Senior Member, Fellow or Distinguished Fellow. Candidates may be nominated by an existing Fellow of comparable rank, Chapter Presidents Advisory Council (CPAC) representative, International Board member or, in the case of Senior Member, a Chapter President.
February 16, 9:00 a.m. US Pacific/ 12:00 p.m. US Eastern/ 5:00 p.m. London
Dr. Simone Fischer-Hübner, Karlsbad University; Robert Carolina, Royal Holloway University of London and Joe Tasker, Information Technology Association of America, will discuss legal and regulatory issues that have affected the infosec environment over the past two decades. Increasingly the consequences of non-compliance are becoming more concrete and substantial and in order not to get caught out you need to keep abreast of current and pending laws and the implications for business and individuals. This conference pulls together a truly global view in an easy to digest format. CLICK HERE to register for this ISSA Web Conference
The February issue of the ISSA Journal is one of two print editions that will be mailed to you this year. Although it won’t arrive in your mailbox for another 10 days or so, you can preview it NOW. Click on the cover image for the online magazine, here for individual articles, or join the discussion in ISSA Connect.
Not a member? Read this month’s feature article - Dysfunction Junction: Do Standards Function? - at no cost or Join Now and gain full access to the ISSA Journal.
ISSA Journal and the Kindle DX: The ISSA Journal displays quite nicely on the Kindle DX. To download the Journal to your Kindle DX, simply download the PDF from either the ISSA website or from the online BlueToad version (choose PDF from top menu bar). Once you've downloaded the file, hook up the Kindle DX's USB cable and transfer it to the document directory.
Designing and deploying a comprehensive security solution involves more that understanding information security policy, firewall rules, access control lists, and hardening operating systems, to name but a few. Developing a holistic security solution typically involves the elaboration of a security architecture that functions as a framework for engineering and implementing various security controls. This is often a risk analysis-based process that considers the business and technical requirements that an organization must address, in conjunction with evaluating threats, risks, and vulnerabilities that may exist. Often formalized methods are used to develop security architecture. The ISO 27001 and ISO 27002 standards, for example, provide guidance on how to create an Information Security Management System using different security control objectives; NIST 800-53 takes a similar approach.
The ISSA Journal Editorial Advisory Board would like to hear from you regarding your experience with security architecture. What approach is the most successful in your environment? What methodology do you use?
Do you use a risk-based approach or something else? How do you measure the success of your security architecture? What works? What doesn't?
Please submit articles by February 12 to the Journal Editor . Editorial guidelines are available in the Journal section of ISSA.org.
Have you registered for RSA in San Francisco, California, March 1 – 5, 2010? Would you be willing to volunteer 3 hours to share your enthusiasm for ISSA with colleagues who are not yet members? You will also have the opportunity to greet and get to know fellow members from all over the world.
If you can help out by working a shift in the ISSA Booth, please contact Dana Paulino or by calling (866) 349-5818, extension 103 to sign up.
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Survey Overview:
As a part of Microsoft’s partnership with ISSA, we would like to gain feedback on specific security related activities that will help shape sales, marketing and outreach activities for the coming year. Microsoft’s Trustworthy Computing group has a long history of gaining ISSA members’ feedback starting with the Job Readiness survey launched in 2007.
Microsoft continues to partner with ISSA to better understand the security professionals thoughts on our efforts towards a safer more trusted internet experience. Your feedback will help shape Microsoft’s efforts today and moving forward.
At the end of the survey, one lucky winner will win an XBOX 360 Elite we will give away through a random drawing.
Survey: http://www.keysurvey.com/survey/291143/11a2/
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Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00pm London
Live Event: June 15, 2010
Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00pm London
Live Event: August 31, 2010
Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00pm London
Mark your calendar to connect and collaborate at the 2010 ISSA International Conference
For event details CLICK HERE
*CISO Forum dates and locations are subject to change.
| San Francisco, CA | February 28 - March 1, 2010 |
|---|---|
| Washington, DC Area | May 20 - 21, 2010 |
| Atlanta, GA | September 16 - 17, 2010 |
| Phoenix, AZ | November 4 - 5, 2010 |
For details on the CISO Forum please visit CLICK HERE.
*CISO Executive Memberships are subject to approval. Applicants and guests must be executive level information security professionals; reporting directly to the CEO, CFO, CIO, and be responsible for internal security for their organization. Complete membership criteria is available at: http://ciso.issa.org/Membership/Membership-Criteria.html
Discount to ISSA Members: $200 discount
Discount Code: "ISSA"
Event details and registration CLICK HERE
February 10 - 11, 2010
March 23 - 24, 2010
April 27 - 28, 2010
May 12 - 13, 2010
September 22 - 23, 2010
October 6 - 7, 2010
October 27 - 28, 2010
November 3 - 4, 2010
December 7 - 8, 2010
SecureWorld regional conferences deliver the most affordable, highest quality security education, training and networking right to your community. SecureWorld Expo provides security education and training with nearly 60 sessions including: Cloud Computing, End Point Security, Data Privacy, Risk Management, PCI Compliance, Cybercrime and much more. SecureWorld also offers an exhibit floor featuring nearly 50 exhibitors with the latest products and services available to effectively secure your enterprise. Plus, you could earn 12-16 CPE credits toward your CISSP certifications.
ISSA MEMBERS are offered a $100 discount off the $245 conference pass which includes access to the Conference Sessions, Conference Breakfast Keynote, Exhibits & Open Sessions (Includes Lunch) and 12 CPE credits. Register on-line using code ISSNWS10.
SecureWorld+ Extended Training 2010 includes 4+ hours of intense training worth 16 CPE credits and full access to the complete SecureWorld conference program. SecureWorld+ Pass is only $495 with special ISSA member discount, register using code ISSNWS10.
For event details and registration go to: http://www.secureworldexpo.com/
Cost: $1,495 – $2,195
Discount to ISSA Members: $150
Discount Code: CLICK HERE to request
Complimentary Expo Pass Code: CLICK HERE to request
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Cost: Regular Main Conference Fee - $1795
Discount to ISSA Members: 10% off
Discount Code: OS10/ISSA
For event details CLICK HERE
For event registration CLICK HERE
Cost: Military/Government = £1099 and Commercial = £1499
Discount to ISSA Members = £150
Discount Code: W23 ISSA
For event details and registration CLICK HERE
Cost: Early Bird: $375, After March 31st - $450, After April 30th - $475
Discount to ISSA Members: $375 until May 15th, after May 15th - $425
Discount Code: ISSA-2010 (to be used on the Colloquium Registration form)
For event details and registration CLICK HERE

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ISSA Members,
Thank you for the wonderful wave of well wishes as I step into the role of ISSA International President! As a global community, our presence in the information security profession is best harnessed by capturing your thoughts and ideas on how to better our association, how to better our profession, and how to prepare all of our members - past, present and future - to the changes that await us all as we progress through our careers. I look forward to hearing your ideas. Please take the time to share.
Warmest regards,
Kevin Richards
Portland, OR, January 18, 2010 – The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) announced today that Kevin Richards has been appointed as the President of its International Board of Directors following the resignation of Howard A. Schmidt. Schmidt has been selected by United States President Barack Obama to serve as the cybersecurity coordinator for the White House.
Richards has served on the ISSA International Board since 2003, initially in a global chapter relations capacity and then as the international vice president since 2007. A past president of the Chicago ISSA Chapter, Richards is an information security and risk management advisor for Crowe Horwath with more than 18 years of experience in information security, business continuity and information risk management. His expertise ranges from risk analysis and program design to information security and business continuity program development and leading practices.
“Kevin is the best person I can think of to take over the role of President as his passion, investment of time and belief in ISSA in unparalleled, and he has led with integrity and the highest ethical standards,” said Mr. Schmidt. “I wish him continued success in all he does.”
“It is a privilege to have this opportunity to serve ISSA’s 10,000 members and 141 chapters,” acknowledges Richards. “In addition to serving in the White House, ISSA members lead security programs for the largest corporations in the world – in technology, health care, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, utilities, education and e-commerce. ISSA members are developing cutting-edge, new security technologies – as well as being foundational in the development of the tools we use every day. I am excited to have this leadership role and look forward to collaborating with the ISSA members around the world.”
The ISSA, http://www.issa.org/, is the largest international professional association for information security professionals with a trusted global community that shares, networks, and collaborates to solve the ever-changing cybersecurity threats that impact us daily. Members are consistently recognized as experts on critical issues in the field and provide leadership and important resources for small businesses, global enterprises, and government organizations.
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The final category of our 2009 Retrospective Series has been unveiled. Make your nomination for 2009’s Most Significant Security Achievement. It might be the release of a new technology, the thwarting of a major breach, the prosecution of a bad guy (hint, hint), the launching of an industry initiative, or anything else that you believe will have a significant impact on our ability to secure the Internet as we move forward.
Date: January 26, 2010
Start Time: 9:00 a.m. US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00 p.m. London
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Web Conference Overview: While crime still occurs in what we think of as a traditional fashion, the advent of high speed public networks and portability of corporate secrets has enabled it to evolve. That is we find ourselves dealing with an entirely new class of crime. This crime is very effective given the speeds of networks and or their access to key assets. What makes it worse is that the crime may be perpetrated by entities not even in the legal jurisdiction of where the crime takes place. Understanding how some of these crimes occurred and what could have been done to prevent them is crucial for our profession.
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As a part of Microsoft’s partnership with ISSA, we would like to gain feedback on specific security related activities that will help shape sales, marketing and outreach activities for the coming year. Microsoft’s Trustworthy Computing group has a long history of gaining ISSA members’ feedback starting with the Job Readiness survey launched in 2007.
Microsoft continues to partner with ISSA to better understand the security professionals thoughts on our efforts towards a safer more trusted internet experience. Your feedback will help shape Microsoft’s efforts today and moving forward.
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Congratulations to new member Don Baham of Silicon Valley who was the 1,500th member to join the ISSA Connect professional network. In recognition of this milestone, the Connect Council will be sending him an ISSA golf shirt.
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Nominations will be accepted for the ISSA Fellow Program until midnight US Pacific time on February 15, 2010. For details on the qualifications and nomination process, click here.
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| San Francisco, CA | February 28 - March 1, 2010 |
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| Washington, DC Area | May 20 - 21, 2010 |
| Atlanta, GA | September 16 - 17, 2010 |
| Phoenix, AZ | November 4 - 5, 2010 |
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February 10 - 11, 2010
March 23 - 24, 2010
April 27 - 28, 2010
May 12 - 13, 2010
September 22 - 23, 2010
October 6 - 7, 2010
October 27 - 28, 2010
November 3 - 4, 2010
December 7 - 8, 2010
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It is with great excitement that I pass along some wonderful news. On December 22, 2009, our ISSA International President, Howard A. Schmidt, was officially appointed by United States President Obama to serve as the White House’s Cybersecurity Coordinator. You can see the official announcement here. In this role, Howard will have the opportunity to craft and coordinate a cybersecurity strategy for the United States government. This is the second time a United States President has called on Howard, the first was in 2003 when he served President Bush as the vice chair of the President’s Critical Infrastructure Protection Board. Howard will be able to leverage his many years of information security experiences, as well as a global network of ISSA colleagues, to achieve his White House goals and objectives.
As we get ready to embark on the year 2010, it is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the impact ISSA members have made on our industry and profession over the last 25 years. In addition to serving in the White House, ISSA members lead security programs for the largest corporations in the world – in technology, health care, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, utilities, education and e-commerce; ISSA members are developing cutting-edge, new security technologies – as well as being foundational in the development of the tools we use every day; ISSA members have created the standards and certifications that have become mandatory to serve as an information security professional; most importantly, though, ISSA members form a global community that shares, networks, and collaborates on ways to face the new cybersecurity threats that impact us daily. Howard’s appointment to the White House is a shining example of the importance and criticality of our role and our profession. As the announcement stated, “Cybersecurity matters to all of us. Protecting the internet is critical to our national security, public safety and our personal privacy and civil liberties.”
Please join me in congratulating my friend and colleague in his new role. Great job Howard!
To all ISSA members, thank you for making the ISSA the pre-eminent, trusted, global information security community.
Warmest regards,
Kevin Richards
Vice President, ISSA International
This article discusses suggested best practices for planning the timing, amount, and appropriate target audience of post-incident disclosure in light of legal, regulatory, and ethical obligations faced by information security professionals in medium to large organizations.
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The ISSA Fellow Program recognizes remarkable accomplishments in the field of information security and leadership as well as future service to the association and profession. Members may be awarded Fellow status in three categories Senior Member, Fellow or Distinguished Fellow. Candidates may be nominated by an existing Fellow of comparable rank, Chapter Presidents Advisory Council (CPAC) representative, International Board member or, in the case of Senior Member, a Chapter President.
Nominations will be accepted for the ISSA Fellow Program from January 11 until midnight US Pacific time on February 15, 2010. For details on the qualifications and nomination process, click here.
Nominations to date include the H1N1 pandemic and “spam filter to fight global warming”. Put on your thinking caps and search your archives for the story most talked about and least meaningful to the information security community in 2009. Submit up to 3 nominations (along with links to stories, blogs, press releases, etc. related to the event) and make your case. If you don’t have your own candidate, help make the case for or argue against the current nominees. Click here for details.
If your nomination is chosen by a vote of ISSA members as the most compelling, you will win prizes and recognition beyond your wildest dreams! That is, if your wildest dreams are limited to awesome recognition and some ISSA merchandise.
If you haven’t yet explored Connect, click here to get started. As with any new software with such a broad feature set, getting the hang of how to use the Jive software can be a challenge. This session will provide an informal overview of ways to get around Connect – see who is Connected, start a discussion, post a comment in the online Journal, and more.
Live Event: January 26, 2010
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Web Conference Overview: While crime still occurs in what we think of as a traditional fashion, the advent of high speed public networks and portability of corporate secrets has enabled it to evolve. That is we find ourselves dealing with an entirely new class of crime. This crime is very effective given the speeds of networks and or their access to key assets. What makes it worse is that the crime may be perpetrated y entities not even in the legal jurisdiction of where the crime takes place. Understanding how some of these crimes occurred and what could have been done to prevent them is crucial for our profession.
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| San Francisco, CA | February 28 - March 1, 2010 |
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| Washington, DC Area | May 20 - 21, 2010 |
| Atlanta, GA | September 16 - 17, 2010 |
| TBD | November 2010 |
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*CISO Executive Memberships are subject to approval. Applicants and guests must be executive level information security professionals; reporting directly to the CEO, CFO, CIO, and be responsible for internal security for their organization. Click here for complete membership criteria.
Cost: $1,495 – $2,195
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February 10 - 11, 2010
March 23 - 24, 2010
April 27 - 28, 2010
May 12 - 13, 2010
September 22 - 23, 2010
October 6 - 7, 2010
October 27 - 28, 2010
November 3 - 4, 2010
December 7 - 8, 2010
SecureWorld regional conferences deliver the most affordable, highest quality security education, training and networking right to your community. SecureWorld Expo provides security education and training with nearly 60 sessions including: Cloud Computing, End Point Security, Data Privacy, Risk Management, PCI Compliance, Cybercrime and much more. SecureWorld also offers an exhibit floor featuring nearly 50 exhibitors with the latest products and services available to effectively secure your enterprise. Plus, you could earn 12-16 CPE credits toward your CISSP certifications.
ISSA MEMBERS are offered a $100 discount off the $245 conference pass which includes access to the Conference Sessions, Conference Breakfast Keynote, Exhibits & Open Sessions (Includes Lunch) and 12 CPE credits. Register on-line using code ISSNWS10.
SecureWorld+ Extended Training 2010 includes 4+ hours of intense training worth 16 CPE credits and full access to the complete SecureWorld conference program. SecureWorld+ Pass is only $495 with special ISSA member discount, register using code ISSNWS10.
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How can data privacy requirements in the European Union be a driver for data privacy initiatives worldwide? What does it mean to have a data privacy directive for EU member states, and how does this really work in practice?
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September 15 - 17, 2010
Atlanta, Georgia - USA
We live in an era when the need for information security is growing exponentially. The virtual world brings us a wealth of opportunities for networking and knowledge, but nothing can completely eclipse the trust and information that result from face-to-face connections. You are invited to the ISSA International Conference to share our collective expertise and resources to proactively address the threats and devise solutions for the challenges we face.
September 15 - Chapter Leaders Congress
September 16 - ISSA International Conference
September 16 - ISSA Connect – In Person
September 17 - CISO Forum
Use your talents to bring together the educational offerings, presenters and activities that will be most valuable to you and your colleagues. Work with ISSA leaders and staff to provide direction and shape the conference.
Committees include:
Email Kate Kanapeaux if you would be interested in lending your time and talent.
Opportunities to be a sponsor of the event will be available to a limited numbers of companies. Contact Tom Bechtold for information on how your company can get involved.
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Webcast Overview: Want to get Connect-ed but don’t know where to start? Hopefully by now, you’ve heard of ISSA’s new social network, Connect. As with any new software with such a broad feature set, getting the hang of how to use the Jive software can be a challenge. This session will provide an informal overview of ways to get around Connect – see who is Connected, start a discussion, post a comment in the online Journal, and more.
Presentation Includes:
Michael J. Corby - Consulting Director, M Corby & Associates, Inc.
Andy Jones, CISSP - Principal Research Consultant, Information Security Forum
Alex Horan - Director of Product Management with Core Security Technologies
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| San Francisco, CA | February 28 - March 1, 2010 |
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| Washington, DC Area | May 20 - 21, 2010 |
| Atlanta, GA | September 16 - 17, 2010 |
| TBD | November 2010 |
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*CISO Executive Memberships are subject to approval. Applicants and guests must be executive level information security professionals; reporting directly to the CEO, CFO, CIO, and be responsible for internal security for their organization. Click here for complete membership criteria.
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February 10 - 11, 2010
March 23 - 24, 2010
April 27 - 28, 2010
May 12 - 13, 2010
September 22 - 23, 2010
October 6 - 7, 2010
October 27 - 28, 2010
November 3 - 4, 2010
December 7 - 8, 2010
SecureWorld regional conferences deliver the most affordable, highest quality security education, training and networking right to your community. SecureWorld Expo provides security education and training with nearly 60 sessions including: Cloud Computing, End Point Security, Data Privacy, Risk Management, PCI Compliance, Cybercrime and much more. SecureWorld also offers an exhibit floor featuring nearly 50 exhibitors with the latest products and services available to effectively secure your enterprise. Plus, you could earn 12-16 CPE credits toward your CISSP certifications.
ISSA MEMBERS are offered a $100 discount off the $245 conference pass which includes access to the Conference Sessions, Conference Breakfast Keynote, Exhibits & Open Sessions (Includes Lunch) and 12 CPE credits. Register on-line using code ISSNWS10.
SecureWorld+ Extended Training 2010 includes 4+ hours of intense training worth 16 CPE credits and full access to the complete SecureWorld conference program. SecureWorld+ Pass is only $495 with special ISSA member discount, register using code ISSNWS10.
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There’s an increasing breakdown of the traditional boundaries between personal and public information, and in the age of Facebook and Twitter, it is a time of cultural shift that is going to take a while to stabilize itself and shake out.
Abstract: Privacy in the Internet age is an emerging and evolving right, and with the rapid breakdown of the traditional boundaries between personal and public information, it is a time of cultural shift that will take a while to stabilize. What you do to adjust can help you ride the wave or crash into the sand. The following article looks at different privacy issues arising in our society today and offers recommendations on how to keep you and your company floating somewhat peacefully through the changes.
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We live in an era when the need for information security is growing exponentially. The virtual world brings us a wealth of opportunities for networking and knowledge, but nothing can completely eclipse the trust and information that result from face-to-face connections. You are invited to the ISSA International Conference to share our collective expertise and resources to proactively address the threats and devise solutions for the challenges we face.
September 15 - Chapter Leaders Congress
September 16 - ISSA International Conference
September 16 - ISSA Connect – In Person
September 17 - CISO Forum
Use your talents to bring together the educational offerings, presenters and activities that will be most valuable to yourself and your colleagues. Work with ISSA leaders and staff to provide direction and shape the conference.
Committees include:
Email Kate Kanapeaux if you would be interested in lending your time and talent.
Opportunities to be a sponsor of the event will be available to a limited numbers of companies. Contact Tom Bechtold for information on how your company can get involved.
Live Broadcast: December 8, 2009
Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific/ Noon US Eastern/ 5:00pm London
Presentation Includes:
Michael J. Corby - Consulting Director, M Corby & Associates, Inc.
Presenting: Responding to Data Privacy Regulations
Andy Jones, CISSP - Principal Research Consultant, Information Security Forum
Presenting: Threat Horizon 2010 - Information Security Threats of the Future
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PCI DSS is hotly debated among security professionals, industry pundits, and the victims of its oppressive enforcement. If you accept one or one billion cards per year, you must comply! Companies affected by PCI DSS have varying solutions and security as a baseline decreases the cost to comply. As a security practitioner, what insights, methods, and techniques do you have addressing and ensuring compliance? Please submit articles by December 14 to the ISSA Journal Editor.
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| Washington, DC Area | May 20 - 21, 2010 |
| Atlanta, GA | September 16 - 17, 2010 |
| TBD | November 2010 |
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February 10 - 11, 2010
March 23 - 24, 2010
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May 12 - 13, 2010
September 22 - 23, 2010
October 6 - 7, 2010
October 27 - 28, 2010
November 3 - 4, 2010
December 7 - 8, 2010
SecureWorld regional conferences deliver the most affordable, highest quality security education, training and networking right to your community. SecureWorld Expo provides security education and training with nearly 60 sessions including: Cloud Computing, End Point Security, Data Privacy, Risk Management, PCI Compliance, Cybercrime and much more. SecureWorld also offers an exhibit floor featuring nearly 50 exhibitors with the latest products and services available to effectively secure your enterprise. Plus, you could earn 12-16 CPE credits toward your CISSP certifications.
ISSA MEMBERS are offered a $100 discount off the $245 conference pass which includes access to the Conference Sessions, Conference Breakfast Keynote, Exhibits & Open Sessions (Includes Lunch) and 12 CPE credits. Register on-line using code ISSNWS10.
SecureWorld+ Extended Training 2010 includes 4+ hours of intense training worth 16 CPE credits and full access to the complete SecureWorld conference program. SecureWorld+ Pass is only $495 with special ISSA member discount, register using code ISSNWS10.
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CISO Forum Membership Criteria: The CISO Executive Forum is a peer-to-peer event. The unique strength of this event is that members can feel free to share concerns, successes and feedback in a peer only environment.
Membership is by invitation only and subject to approval. Membership criteria below will act as a guideline for approval.
Invitations can be made by a CISO Members or ISSA Management. Trial, renewing, and new members are all subject to approval.
The ISSA reserves the right to accept or reject any applicants based on their qualifications (see above) and the current capacity of the CISO Executive Membership. The ISSA may revoke the membership status of any participant if required, to maintain the integrity of the program. The ISSA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation.
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Steve Kroft investigates why President Obama has made cyber war defense a top national security priority. View the video and join the discussion threads on ISSA Connect under Hot Security Topics.
Security incidents, while outwardly technical seeming, are normally - in fact - often caused by staff behavior. Incident wash-ups and problem resolution must look at the root cause of such incidents and, therefore look at both the technical and people aspects in order to ensure that the incident doesn't happen again. Security awareness is crucial to effective information security and to both governance & compliance.
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After years of research by security professionals, the challenge of unauthorized or unintended data disclosure continues to grow. Further complicating this issue is the criminal element, ready to exploit the disclosed data for fraudulent monetary gain. This article discusses the mechanisms through which data is disclosed and the exploitation of this data, both on an organizational and on an individual level. Also covered are steps that might be taken to mitigate such events.
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We are looking for volunteers to help foster dialogue in ISSA Connect. Would you be willing to use your skills to encourage your peers to discuss the latest trends and topics in information security?
“Connectors” or discussion facilitators will be asked to regularly monitor specific threads and contribute their own expertise or reach out to knowledgeable colleagues to help answer questions or share their unique experiences. If you would be willing to help, please contact Dana Paulino.
Would you be willing to help shape the educational programs offered through ISSA International by joining the Educational Advisory Council (EAC) Web Conferences committee?
Volunteers will be asked to meet monthly and provide assistance in developing monthly ISSA Web Conferences for the 2010 calendar year. The Web Conferences committee is responsibile for content development, speaker recommendations, referrals and overall educational program development for these monthly educational offerings. If you would be willing to help, please contact Jen Huber.
The first all-digital issue of the ISSA Journal was delivered to all members electronically on November 2. As part of the initiative to leverage new technologies for greater access and interaction, the ISSA Journal will go paperless for 10 months of the year. Twice a year – in February and August – you will receive a printed edition in the mail. Click here to read the following feature and other articles in the November issue using BlueToad or you can also download a PDF format to your smart phone or electronic reader. Try it today!
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Live Event: December 8, 2009
Start Time: 9:00 am US Pacific / Noon US Eastern/ 5:00 pm GMT
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Web Conference Overview: The goal of the December ISSA Web Conference is to provide a review of security incidents that have occurred over the past year, identify those that are relevant or insightful into current and future trends. Speakers will be asked to describe the security incidents that they felt were most significant over the past 12 months and comment on how these challenges may (potentially) foreshadow the future and/or lead to disasters.
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Members can earn CPE credits by publishing a whitepaper! Here is a list of potential paper topics:
In order to be responsive to emerging threats, technological advancements, and influences within information security, one must tap into the experience and expertise of the professional community. ISSA is soliciting whitepaper submissions by information security professionals that look to inform and educate peers and professionals regarding issues and trends in the industry. Articles are reviewed on the basis of relevance (suitability for readership), timeliness (how in sync content is within an ever changing industry), utility (how directly useful it is), credibility (citations and scholarly awareness), and innovation (how uncommon the topic is).
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*CISO Forum dates and locations are subject to change.
| San Francisco, CA | February 28 - March 1, 2010 |
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| Washington, DC Area | May 20 - 21, 2010 |
| Atlanta, GA | September 16 - 17, 2010 |
| TBD | November 2010 |
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*CISO Executive Memberships are subject to approval. Applicants and guests must be executive level information security professionals; reporting directly to the CEO, CFO, CIO, and be responsible for internal security for their organization. Click here for complete membership criteria.
Cost: $1,495 – $2,195
Discount to ISSA Members: $150
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February 10 - 11, 2010
March 23 - 24, 2010
April 27 - 28, 2010
May 12 - 13, 2010
September 22 - 23, 2010
October 6 - 7, 2010
October 27 - 28, 2010
November 3 - 4, 2010
December 7 - 8, 2010
SecureWorld regional conferences deliver the most affordable, highest quality security education, training and networking right to your community. SecureWorld Expo provides security education and training with nearly 60 sessions including: Cloud Computing, End Point Security, Data Privacy, Risk Management, PCI Compliance, Cybercrime and much more. SecureWorld also offers an exhibit floor featuring nearly 50 exhibitors with the latest products and services available to effectively secure your enterprise. Plus, you could earn 12-16 CPE credits toward your CISSP certifications.
ISSA MEMBERS are offered a $100 discount off the $245 conference pass which includes access to the Conference Sessions, Conference Breakfast Keynote, Exhibits & Open Sessions (Includes Lunch) and 12 CPE credits. Register on-line using code ISSNWS10.
SecureWorld+ Extended Training 2010 includes 4+ hours of intense training worth 16 CPE credits and full access to the complete SecureWorld conference program. SecureWorld+ Pass is only $495 with special ISSA member discount, register using code ISSNWS10.
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Gartner on Next-Gen Firewalls. If you are buying or refreshing a firewall or IPS, you must read this report. Download a free copy now.
This article enumerates specific risks unique to managed code, guidance on assessing organizational materiality of these risks, and an inventory of broadly recognized risk-mitigation technologies and practices.
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Date: November 17, 2009
Start Time: 9:00am US Pacific / Noon US Eastern/ 5:00pm GMT
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Web Conference Overview:
Security incidents, while outwardly technical seeming, are normally - in fact - often caused by staff behavior. Incident wash-ups and problem resolution must look at the root cause of such incidents and, therefore look at both the technical and people aspects in order to ensure that the incident doesn't happen again. Security awareness is crucial to effective information security and to both governance & compliance.
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Connect is heading in your direction – providing up to the minute feedback on pressing issues.
Come be a part of the solution as you share your thoughts, see what others have to say, and experience professional growth amidst peers and colleagues.
Then, get down to the business of connecting, collaborating, learning, and excelling! CLICK HERE to login to ISSA Connect!
From the onslaught of federal and international privacy regulations to U.S. states such as California, Massachusetts, and Nevada passing their own privacy laws, the legal and information security worlds are continually on a crash course. These regulations are greatly impacting organizations and businesses. Have you had to rethink which third- party service providers can process your data or had to cancel a project because it may not properly protect personally identifiable information?
The ISSA Journal is looking for articles describing how these laws are affecting an organization’s information security strategies, customer relations, disclosure, and data retention. What are you doing about it? Deadline for articles is November 13 or sooner. Send to the ISSA Journal Editor.
Members can earn CPE credits by publishing a whitepaper! Here is a list of potential paper topics:
In order to be responsive to emerging threats, technological advancements, and influences within information security, one must tap into the experience and expertise of the professional community. ISSA is soliciting whitepaper submissions by information security professionals that look to inform and educate peers and professionals regarding issues and trends in the industry. Articles are reviewed on the basis of relevance (suitability for readership), timeliness (how in sync content is within an ever changing industry), utility (how directly useful it is), credibility (citations and scholarly awareness), and innovation (how uncommon the topic is).
CLICK HERE to check out a whitepaper submitted by the ISSA UK Chapter - Identity Assurance “Who do you think you are?”
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Sponsored by: BigFix, Inc.
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Sponsored by: Palo Alto Networks
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ISSA CISO Executive Forum*CISO Forum dates and locations are subject to change.
| Las Vegas, NV | November 12 - 13, 2009 Theme: Looking forward - What the CISO Will Need to Know in The Next Decade |
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Cost: $1,495 – $2,195
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