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
Past Meetings
3rd Annual End Of Year Cheer!
Metropolitan Ballroom & Clubroom
5418 Wayzata Blvd
Golden Valley, MN 55416
Cyber Security Summit 2025
Minneapolis Marriot Northwest
7025 Northland Drive North
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Venue website
Today’s frenzied rate and pace, fluctuating attack surface and quantum scope of work requires a fast-forward workforce.
Hacks & Hops October 2025
Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
600 N 1st Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Venue website
This InfoSec conference at brings some of the most interesting speakers to Minneapolis.
OT Security Workshop
Donaldson Corp
9301 James Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55431
Venue website
The OT Security Workshop and one-day training course provides a practical foundation in industrial control system cybersecurity, blending technical principles with real-world applications.
PING Identity Security & Hops Happening
Wooden Hills Brewing Company
7421 Bush Lake Rd
Edina, MN 55439
Join our team of experts for a relaxed and insightful discussion on the front lines of modern identity and security protection.
September 23rd Chapter Meeting
Wooden Hill Brewing Company
7421 Bush Lake Rd, Edina, MN 55439
Edina, MN 55439
Venue website
June 24th Chapter Meeting
Wooden Hill Brewing Company
7421 Bush Lake Road
Edina, MN 55439
Venue website
May 20th After Hours - Members Only
Rojo Mexican Grill - West End
1602 West End Boulevard,
St Louis Park, MN 55416
Venue website
Mid-Year Cheer Event
Omni Viking Lakes Hotel
2611 Nordic Way Eagan, MN 55121
Eagan, MN 55121
Venue website
March 18th Chapter Meeting
Wooden Hill Brewery
7421 Bush Lake Road
Edina, MN 55439
Venue website
Moving Cybersecurity Upstream to Achieve Resilience
Metro State Founder's Hall Auditorium
387 Maria Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55106
Venue website
Dive into a forward-thinking discussion on integrating cybersecurity upstream to build resilient organizations. Learn from industry leaders as they share practical strategies, case studies, and future trends in cybersecurity and resilience.
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.
