This past Thursday, we kicked off the first in-person SFISSA meeting of 2025 at Nova Southeastern University, and the turnout was fantastic! The event brought together a dynamic mix of industry professionals, students, and familiar and new faces, all eager to engage in meaningful conversations and expand their networks. Looking Ahead: Monthly Meetings Across the […]
We are thrilled to share the highlights of the 2024 HTF event, which turned out to be an overwhelming success with a turnout far exceeding our expectations. The energy, passion, and camaraderie from our community made this gathering truly unforgettable. A Message to Our Members and Community To our members and the broader community, this […]
The South Florida Information Systems Security Association (SFISSA) is thrilled to share insights from Devon Bryan, former Global Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of Carnival Corporation. During his three impactful years in South Florida, Devon made significant contributions to the cybersecurity community, fostering collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. His dedication has left a lasting legacy, inspiring […]
Get ready, Boca Raton! On September 21st, the South Florida Information Systems Security Association (SFISSA) is hosting its much-anticipated Hack the Flag and Chili Cookoff at the Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRIC). This all-day, FREE event is open to anyone interested in cybersecurity, whether you’re a seasoned pro or just curious about the field. What’s […]
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integral to critical industries, understanding and safeguarding AI systems has never been more essential. The ISSA South Florida Chapter is deeply committed to enhancing awareness and encouraging dialogue on the pressing challenges and potential solutions in AI security. Our mission is to proactively tackle these risks through informed discussions and […]
This past Thursday evening, we had an exceptional monthly meeting in collaboration with the ISC2 South Florida Chapter. A special thank you to Frank Martinez, Arturo Santos, Sam Pahlavan, and Matias Fernandez, for their stellar collaboration on behalf of ISC2. Hosted at the Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation, the Cyber Range […]
We’re excited to share that our South Florida ISSA chapter has been featured in the ISSA international organization’s journal, highlighting our dedicated efforts in building a resilient information security community. The article appears on page 30 and offers an in-depth look at our dynamic chapter activities and our commitment to enhancing information security in the […]
On March 21st, 2024, the Information Systems Security Association South Florida Chapter (SFISSA) convened for our monthly in-person meetup at Florida International University (FIU), marking a significant turnout. Notably, we were honored by the presence of esteemed members from FIU, including Robert J. Ferrer, Assistant Vice President of IT Infrastructure & Support Services, who generously […]
On a sunlit Friday, March 22, 2024, the South Florida Information System Security Association (SFISSA) set up at the much-anticipated Cyber Security Summit in Miami. We had an inclusive presence with several board members present, including Mike McDonough, Director of Social Media; Daniel Polimeni, Vice President; Norman Huszar, Director of Vendor Relations; Brent Putnam, Director […]
ISSA’s Cyber Executive Forum (CEF) is a distinguished quarterly event under the Cyber Executive Membership program. This program is designed to foster mutual success by providing executives with access to a vast network of peers, invaluable information, and leading industry experts. It serves as an essential resource for members to deepen their personal and industry-wide […]