Strong cybersecurity programs rarely appear overnight. They are built deliberately through structure, consistency, operational discipline, and hundreds of decisions that gradually improve how an organization manages risk over time. Over nearly two decades across healthcare, financial services, retail, hospitality, and enterprise environments, Erich has developed a reputation for helping organizations mature security capabilities in practical, […]
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ISSA is proud to introduce Yosi Attias as a candidate for the ISSA International Board of Directors. Yosi currently serves as President of the ISSA South Florida Chapter and has dedicated his volunteer efforts to strengthening the cybersecurity community through professional development, education, mentorship, and collaboration. During his leadership, the South Florida Chapter has expanded […]
Ryan Barras: Leading Operational Resilience, Governance, and Cybersecurity Transformation Most cybersecurity conversations begin with technology. Ryan Barras believes they should begin somewhere else entirely. “The biggest risks organizations face today are rarely just technical problems,” Ryan explains. “They’re leadership, operational, and decision-making challenges that happen to surface through technology.” That perspective has shaped Ryan’s career […]
It’s hard to believe it’s already been a month since the SFISSA 25th Anniversary Conference & Hack the Flag. Looking back, what stands out isn’t just the incredible agenda, it was seeing our South Florida cybersecurity community come together in such a meaningful way. We were honored to hear from inspiring leaders including Edna Conway, […]
Mark your calendars: September 12–13, 2025, we’re returning to the Boca Raton Innovation Campus (BRIC) to celebrate 25 years of cybersecurity community, collaboration, and competition — and this year, we’re turning up the heat. The SFISSA 25th Anniversary Conference + Hack the Flag (HTF) 2025 is a two-day event, packed with top-tier speakers, hands-on challenges, […]
Our most recent SFISSA monthly meeting came with a view, held right on the beach at the Marenas Beach Resort in Sunny Isles and powered by a special collaboration with our friends at HackMiami. We’re incredibly grateful to the HackMiami team for hosting us and providing such an amazing location. The space was perfect for […]
On Wednesday, May 7, SFISSA was proud to support and exhibit as a community sponsor at Secure Miami 2025, held at Florida International University’s Modesto Maidique Campus. This full-day gathering brought together cybersecurity professionals from across the region for a meaningful mix of learning, networking, and professional growth. Our table served as a friendly touchpoint […]
SecureWorld South Florida 2025, held on April 17 at the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort, was a standout event in the cybersecurity calendar, bringing together professionals from across the region for a day of insightful discussions, networking, and community engagement. As a proud community sponsor, the South Florida ISSA (SFISSA) hosted a vibrant booth that served […]
On March 20th, SFISSA held its third in-person members’ meeting of 2024, and it was an incredible evening hosted for the very first time at Miami Dade College (MDC). As part of our commitment to rotating events through the tri-county area, this venue marked a meaningful step toward engaging more of our vibrant South Florida […]
In today’s dynamic business landscape, security isn’t just about technology, it’s about alignment. We had the privilege of gaining insights from Adam Gresh, who emphasizes that a strong information security program thrives when embedded into an organization’s culture and leadership strategy. From governance charters to risk committees, Adam breaks down how businesses can build security […]
Q&A with Brian L. Rosario We had the pleasure of sitting down with Brian L. Rosario, a distinguished Information Security Executive with over two decades of experience. Known for his ability to architect secure, compliant systems in financial and risk-sensitive environments, Brian has led transformative initiatives, including building security infrastructures for four banks from the ground up. With certifications […]
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 […]
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 […]
On January 18th, we had our first in-person meeting of the year, and boy, are we excited about what 2024 has in store for us! It was an amazing experience to bring together 50+ infosec professionals in one room without any vendors. Now, vendors, don’t worry – we do love you, and we tremendously enjoy […]
Details Please join us on September 21, 2023, at Palm Beach State College campus in Lake Worth, in the CE building room 0118 and attend this year’s most educational Cybersecurity session. This month will be a joint meeting with South Florida OWASP (SFOWASP). There will be Networking following the scheduled talk(s). Location: Palm Beach State […]
SFISSA’s June meeting will be on Thursday, June 15th, 2023 at Florida International University in Miami. The meeting will take place from 6PM to 8PM, followed by our usual networking hour. For the post-meeting, we will be at MIA Beer Company. This month we will be hosting a presentation by VEEAM and talking about the […]
SFISSA’s May meeting will be on Thursday, May 18th, 2023 at Palm Beach State College in Lake Worth. The meeting will take place from 6PM to 8PM, followed by our usual networking hour. This month we will be having a special co-hosted event! We are pairing up with ISC2 South Florida, discussing the Secure Miami conference […]
Speaker: Michael Brown Topic: Security Risk Assessments Summary: This presentation will go over the basics of how security risk assessments are conducted by someone who has done them for many years. While these can be done against various regulations and standards (HIPAA, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, etc), no specific one will be used. We’ll go […]
SFISSA’s February meeting will be on Thursday, February 16th, 2023 at Lynn university in Boca Raton. The meeting will take place from 6PM to 8PM, followed by our usual networking hour. Speaker: David Smith Company: Radware Title: Crisis and Escalation of the Threat Landscape Abstract: In 2022, the threat landscape rapidly evolved, causing alarm among countries worldwide. […]
South Florida’s July 2015 meeting will be on Thursday, September 17th, 2015 at Nova Southeastern University. The meeting will take place in the Carl DeSantis Building from 6PM to 9:30PM, followed by their usual networking hour. Presentation One Title: Assess, Harden, Monitor, Fail. Repeat. Speaker: Freddy Kasprzykowski Abstract: Network security monitoring is an essential part […]