GENERAL MEETINGS
MN ISSA holds its meetings on a quarterly basis and they generally have 2 speakers and networking opportunities. Typically chapter meetings are held the 3rd or 4th Tuesday of March, June, and September. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the start time (except virtual meetings) The 4th meeting of the year is the 'End of Year Cheer' multi-association, held in November, in partnership with other affiliates, such as the Minnesota Chapters of WiCyS, InfraGard, and the MCPA.
You are welcome to join us as a guest if you’re not currently an MN ISSA member! If you find value in attending our meetings and want to continue to participate, then we do ask that you become an ISSA member. Your membership provides great benefits to you and helps provide the funding needed to keep our chapter going. We appreciate it!
These meetings will rotate locations throughout the metro to align to our goal of reaching as many people as possible.
AFTER HOURS
Our After Hours format is more casual and interactive than our regular chapter meetings and is designed for those not always able to make regular meetings, for individuals from our larger local security community, as well as those who simply enjoy discussion with their peers and industry leading thinkers. Our After Hours events are typically Members Only, and are held on the last Tuesday of a month. The months will fluctuate based on Chapter Meetings, Holidays, etc., so check the website or watch social media for After Hours event updates.
Come out and join us – you’ll get informative presentations in intimate settings at great local venues, good food and refreshments, plus plenty of opportunity to refresh and build your network with valuable connections.
WEBINARS
Virtual seminars and webinars are offered to MN ISSA members and feature industry and subject matter experts from Minnesota and throughout the United States. The webinars allow us to expand on topics and discussions from chapter meetings, or explore new and emerging trends, impactful events, or requested content from our members and community. The format and structure change with the subject and webinar speakers, so be sure to check the event details for webinar details, links, and virtual session information.
Meeting/Event Information
September 17th Chapter Meeting
September 17, 2024
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Wooden Hill Brewing Company
7421 Bush Lake Rd, Edina, MN 55439
Edina, MN 55439
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The Information Security Maturity Journey - Part 2
Part 2 of our 2-part series following the NIST CSF v.2
According to Avril Haines, Director of National Intelligence, Ransomware attacks increased by 74% in 2023. Attackers used default or weak passwords, unpatched vulnerabilities and poorly secured network connections ‘to launch relatively simple attacks.’
It is with this backdrop in mind that we announced our Q2 and Q3 chapter meetings, shifting our focus from the lofty ambitions around GenAI, and returning back to the fundamentals of the latest information security hardening best-practices, using the most current NIST Cyber Security Framework v.2 as a general guideline for our discussions. One needs to look no further than the latest news headlines to appreciate the importance of fundamental infosec hygiene.
Part Two: RESPOND, RECOVER and *new in v.2* GOVERN
- What actions are required to contain the effects of an incident, or an undesired or unexpected internal change?
- How will assets and operations affected by an incident, or an undesired or unexpected internal change be restored in a timely manner?
- The overall establishment, communication and monitoring of cybersecurity risk management strategy, expectations and policy.
Please join us on September 17th, when cybersecurity subject-matter experts will lead a robust discussion with the TC’s security community around the latest strategies and tactics to integrate teams, tools and processes, leverage opportunities for automation, and ultimately make steady and measurable progress along the cybersecurity maturity model.
We are pleased to announce that Wooden Hill Brewing Company in Edina has been selected as the venue for this meeting!
Our Panelists:
Scott McCoy, Enterprise Command Center Director, Xcel Energy
Scott is a strategic security leader with over 20 years of experience, serving 10 years as a Chief Information Security Officer with responsibility for Information Security, Risk Management, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, Corporate Security & Investigations in the following industries: Medical Manufacturing, Business Intelligence, Defense & Aerospace, Electric & Gas Utilities, Nuclear Generation. Scott is extremely well versed in regulations and standards, as well as in building and motivating top-performing teams.
In addition to his rich professional experience, Scott currently serves as Adjunct Instructor for St. Mary’s University of Minnesota.
Bob Erdman, Associate Vice President, Research & Development, Fortra
Bob brings a broad array of experience including Information and Assurance testing and certifications for the Military and Federal Government and 911 Communications. His expertise includes Redhat Linux Certified Engineer, Oracle Database and Application Server, Microsoft O/S's and SQL Server.
Bob was awarded Cybersecurity Excellence Awards Blogger of the Year in 2021, and is a former US Army National Guardsman.
AJ Nash, Owner and Host, Unspoken Security
AJ is a 20 year veteran of cyber intelligence, a seasoned strategist, consultant, public speaker, and currently the host of Unspoken Security, a raw and gritty podcast for cybersecurity professionals who are looking to understand how the Internet is being leveraged by threat actors. Most recently as VP & Distinguished Fellow of Intelligence at ZeroFox, AJ served as subject matter expert and evangelist for intelligence across the enterprise, supporting customers, product, sales, and marketing teams with his expertise and insights.
AJ is passionate about empowering people and organizations with the means to build intelligence-driven security practices that maximize the value of their spending. His vast experience includes service in the United States Air Force.
Our Moderator:
Mea Clift, Senior Advisor, Cyber Risk Engineering, Liberty Mutual Insurance
Mea is well seasoned in regulatory compliance and cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST and Zero Trust. She has been at the forefront of steering large-scale projects with aggressive timelines, transforming the organization's vision into tangible, secure values. She has been instrumental in bridging the gap between intricate technical concepts and clear, effective communication across all levels of an organization. Mea's mission is to turn complexity into simplicity, making sure everyone understands the value and importance of cybersecurity.
Mea is deeply passionate about the ever-evolving landscape of supply chain threats. An industry influencer and published author, she was nominated for the SC Media Women in IT Security Awards 2023.
Meeting Agenda:
2:30pm: Arrival
2:45pm: Greetings & Announcements
3pm: Panel Discussion: The Information Security Maturity Journey, Part 2
3:40: Sponsor Spotlight: Cribl and Cyera
3:50: Break
4pm: Panel Discussion Continued and Community Town Hall
4:45: Wrap Up
5pm: Hosted Happy Hour!
Whether or not you were able to attend our Q2 Chapter Meeting at Fat Pants Brewery, our Q3 Chapter Meeting will generally recall those ‘IDENTIFY,' ‘PROTECT’ and 'DETECT' NIST themes, and will ‘stand-alone’ in terms of this meeting’s content.
This Meeting and Happy Hour is brought to you by our valued Sponsors, Cribl and Cyera
Please register and mark your calendar now, and continue to look for updates via email (make sure you are part of our mailing list!), this web page, and on social media. See you then!
Tickets
$0.00 Board Member Registration
$0.00 Chapter Sponsor Registration
$0.00 MN ISSA Member Registration
$0.00 Non-Member Registration
FAQs
Are non-members and guests welcome at meetings and events?
Yes, we welcome individuals at large from the security community to join us for any of our events. We simply ask that, after experiencing the value of our community at two events, individuals consider joining ISSA for the additional benefits that membership provides.
Why do we have to register to attend meetings and events?
Besides assisting the board with planning logistics for our events, registering for meetings and events, provides you with self-service documentation you can print out to support your CPE credits if you are audited.
Disclaimer
By registering for this event, I agree that:
- I am allowing my contact information included in the registration to be shared with MN ISSA and I may be contacted by MN ISSA
- I grant MN ISSA and/or ISSA International the right to use any candid photos or videos taken during the event in future marketing and communication efforts, to include, but not limited to, websites, brochures, advertisements, magazines, newspapers, newsletters, emails, videos and web conferences.
- If this is a joint chapter meeting with another local security organization, my basic information (name, email) will be shared with the other organization.
