Cybersecurity is more than tools and tech—it’s strategy, influence, and impact. In today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape, organizations continue to face breaches despite significant investments. Why? Because true security requires more than reactive defenses.
For technologists, solving complex problems is second nature. We build systems, mitigate risks, and innovate daily. But stepping out of the practitioner’s seat to launch a business requires a fundamentally different mindset—one driven not just by technology, but by mission.
Threat intelligence is everywhere. Feeds, dashboards, reports, alerts. Yet many organizations still struggle to turn intelligence into meaningful action.
Join Silicon Valley ISSA for a candid fireside conversation with Cyber Threat Intelligence Expert Joe Slowik and Chapter President Mike Skurko as they cut through the noise and explore what actually works in modern threat intelligence.
This discussion will move beyond theory and marketing language. Expect practical insights drawn from operational experience across government, national labs, and the private sector.
Join the Silicon Valley ISSA community, in collaboration with the Pacific Hackers Association, for a special screening of I Am Machine, a thought-provoking documentary that explores the intersection of human identity, technology, and cybersecurity. The film follows the life and work of Len Noe, a white hat hacker and transhuman who has embedded multiple bio implants into his body.
Modern web applications don’t just expose APIs — they expose attack paths. Recursive Request Exploits (RRE) represent a new class of attack that chains interdependent web requests to bypass authentication, authorization, and even payment systems.
Close the year with your SV-ISSA community at The Oxford in Sunnyvale. This members-first, invitation-only holiday event brings together security leaders, practitioners, and friends for relaxed networking, light bites, and a festive toast to 2025.
Attendance is by approval only. Please submit your RSVP; we review requests within one business day.
The role of the CISO has evolved far beyond technical controls and compliance checklists — today’s security leaders must inspire trust, enable business growth, and shape organizational culture in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
Join Silicon Valley ISSA for an engaging panel discussion moderated by Edward Frye, Head of Security at Luminary Cloud and past President of the Silicon Valley ISSA Chapter, featuring two renowned security leaders
As organizations rapidly embrace generative AI technologies, cybersecurity professionals face an unprecedented challenge: securing systems that operate in fundamentally different ways than traditional IT infrastructure. This presentation provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and addressing the unique security landscape of GenAI applications.
As digital transformation accelerates, businesses are increasingly dependent on secure technologies, data integrity, and trust across their ecosystems. In this session, Bindi Davé will share strategies for building and sustaining digital trust amidst evolving cyber threats. Drawing on her leadership experience at GoDaddy, DigiCert, and other global enterprises, she will explore how cybersecurity can drive business growth while protecting critical assets.
What You Don’t See Can Hurt You: A CISO and CEO Unpack SaaS Security Issues and share real-world war stories that can blindside any organization.
Join us for an exclusive fireside chat featuring Jimmy Sanders, President of ISSA International and former CISO at Netflix, alongside Kevin Hanes, CEO at Reveal Security. Gain critical insights from these seasoned security leaders as they pull back the curtain on SaaS security risks, explore real-world incidents, and share actionable lessons learned from the trenches of cybersecurity leadership.