• Cybersecurity Awareness Month

    October Cybersecurity Awareness Month Register TODAY for free, exciting, and engaging Cybersecurity Awareness Month Virtual Activities.Held every October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a collaborative effort between government and industry to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and to ensure that all Americans have the resources they need to be safer and more secure online. University of Maryland Global Campus and the Center for Security Studies are proud to be champions in support of this essential online safety, awareness, and education initiative.Click here for more information.

    Oct 06,
    - by Charles Barnett

  • Position: Cybersecurity Senior Specialist #5373 Department: Cybersecurity / Information Assurance / Governance, Risk and Compliance Position Description: Cybersecurity Senior Specialist Salary: $89,820 – $134,722 Link to Apply: https://sen.gov/729V Posting Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 Deadline Date: Until Filled

    Position: Cybersecurity Senior Specialist #5373 Department: Cybersecurity / Information Assurance / Governance, Risk and Compliance Position Description: Cybersecurity Senior Specialist Salary: $89,820 - $134,722 Link to Apply: https://sen.gov/729V Posting Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 Deadline Date: Until Filled

    Oct 01,
    - by Charles Barnett

  • Common Lessons from Disparate Information Security Incidents

    This white paper examines two recent case studies of criminal attacks against critical financial infrastructure and local government information. Both attacks had direct costs for the victim organizations, and second-order effects were felt by the organizations’ clients that suffered potential identity theft. This paper provides technical recommendations, including practices to mitigate future attacks, to organizational management and information security practitioners. These case studies are cautionary tales - of many in 2019 – that are informative lessons for examination by security professionals who want to improve their defenses, policies, practices and core capabilities.​​​​About the AuthorsTravis Howard, CISSP, and (ISC)​ National Capital Region chapter member is an active duty U.S. Naval officer specializing in information warfare, currently assigned to the Pentagon in

    Oct 23,
    - by Charles Barnett

  • ISC(2) National Capital Region Scholarships

    We are pleased to introduce two new opportunities for members in good standing to receive tuition assistance or ISC2 exam registration fee assistance. We look forward to you taking advantage of these opportunities as outlined below. Submission instructions can be found in the online application.If you have additional questions, please forward them to bod@isc2ncrchapter.org; Attention: Dr. Loyce Best Pailen, CISSP, ISC2-NCR – Education Chair For Tuition Assistance applicants must submit the following documents: A complete Application Form (see link below)A well-written, one-page (double-spaced) ESSAY, in Section 3 of the application form, clearly articulating “WHY YOUR APPLICATION SHOUD BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP.”A current resume or curriculum vitae (CV).Copy of recent university transcripts with a 2.5 minimum GPA (official transcript may

    Sep 15,
    - by Charles Barnett

  • Register to attend CyberMaryland 2018

    Register to attend CyberMaryland 2018 to hear industry leaders—including UMUC faculty—talk about the job of a chief information security officer (CISO). At the UMUC-sponsored Education Track (What CISOs Worry About), you can hear insights from academic leaders and professionals in the public and private sectors as they discuss how the right certifications, training, and education can help prepare you to deal with threats and job concerns.At this event, you can:• Hear from industry thought leaders including UMUC's own Dr. Lawrence Awuah and Dr. Balakrishnan Dasarathy• Network with CISOs from the public and private sectors and find out how their education got them where they are• Talk to former and current students, including members of the UMUC Cyber Padawans - the

    Sep 13,
    - by Charles Barnett

  • 10% Discount on (ISC)² Direct Training Seminars for NCR Chapter Members!

    Dear (ISC)² National Capital Region Chapter member, As a member of the NCR Chapter, you are eligible to receive a 10% discount on (ISC)² Direct Training Seminars. The upcoming local (ISC)² Direct Training Seminars are: CCSP and CAP Stafford, Virginia July 16 – 20 HCISPP and CSSLP Stafford, Virginia July 23 – 27 While the focus is on classroom-based, instructor-led training, if you are only able to attend remotely, you can get a 10% discount on recorded sessions, which are available at www.isc2.org under the “Education & Training” tab. All (ISC)² Direct instructor-led training comes with an Education Guarantee. This means that if you attend an (ISC)² Direct instructor-led training seminar and happen to be unsuccessful in your exam attempt,

    Jun 27,
    - by Charles Barnett

  • Greetings, As an active (ISC)2 NCR chapter member you are eligible for a 15% discount to the ISC2 Secure Summit DC event being held on May 7th and 8th. Just enter the coupon code ”Chapter18” when checking out.Here’s a link to the event:http://www.cvent.com/events/securesummitdc/event-summary-a73abe5f2a50473fa0f143415094cbb9.aspxIf you attend, please be sure to visit our Chapter’s vendor booth.We hope to see you there!

    Apr 13,
    - by Charles Barnett

  • HOW TO BECOME AN (ISC)² VOLUNTEER AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE CYBERSECURITY COMMUNITY

    Ever wonder what more you can do to narrow the cybersecurity skills gap or how you can use your cybersecurity skills to make a difference in your local community? (ISC)² has the answer. (ISC)² unveiled a formal Volunteer Program to connect members and non-members with opportunities to make meaningful contributions to the cybersecurity industry on a global and local scale. As a bonus, members and associates can earn continuing professional education (CPE) credits by contributing their time and participating in various professional volunteer activities. Integral to the (ISC)² vision of Inspiring a Safe and Secure Cyber World, the Volunteer Program enables professionals to: Share insights that help influence smarter policy and standards around the world Make meaningful contributions that address industry

    Jan 31,
    - by Communications Chair

  • Why is cybersecurity one of the best fields for young people to enter?

    The cybersecurity industry has a talent shortage and is seeking professionals to close the 2.72 million global workforce gap. Young people could be the answer to fulfilling the need organizations have to adequately defend their critical assets. Cybersecurity is a fitting choice for Gen Z and young Millennials interested in a progressive and rewarding field where the only consistency is evolution, advancing challenges and continuing education. Satisfaction and Compensation “Despite some of the prevailing narratives in the media about cybersecurity professionals feeling stressed, unappreciated and facing overwhelming pressure, our research continues to reveal a highly engaged and satisfied workforce.” (2021 (ISC)² Cybersecurity Workforce Study) 77% of Workforce Study respondents reported they are satisfied or extremely satisfied with their jobs, with

    Jan 25,
    - by Communications Chair

  • REGISTER TODAY FOR THE (ISC)² ENTRY-LEVEL CYBERSECURITY CERTIFICATION PILOT EXAM

    One week to go until the first (ISC)² entry-level cybersecurity pilot exam! Interested individuals can register for the pilot exam online through Pearson VUE. (ISC)² created the forthcoming entry-level cybersecurity certification to establish a clear new pathway for the next generation of professionals to pursue a rewarding career in cybersecurity. The new entry-level cybersecurity certification was also created to establish a recognized, global measure for skills verification, giving hiring managers confidence that prospective employees for entry- and junior-level cybersecurity roles have the required foundational knowledge, skills and abilities, along with an aptitude for on-the-job learning. The certification will play a major role in expanding the global cybersecurity workforce and helping employers tackle a global cybersecurity skills shortage in excess of

    Jan 24,
    - by Communications Chair

  • TIME TO HIT THE BOOKS! TRAINING COURSE IS AVAILABLE FOR CANDIDATES PREPARING FOR THE NEW (ISC)² ENTRY-LEVEL CYBERSECURITY CERTIFICATION PILOT EXAM

    To help candidates prepare for the forthcoming entry-level cybersecurity certification pilot exam, (ISC)² released a new education program—a live or on-demand expert instruction on the fundamental cybersecurity concepts and five domains covered by the certification. The five domains included in the pilot exam outline are: Security Principles Business Continuity (BC), Disaster Recovery (DR) & Incident Response Concepts Access Controls Concepts Network Security Security Operations In preparation for taking the entry-level cybersecurity certification pilot exam, candidates can choose one of three live two-hour instructor-led review sessions taking place on January 25, 26 and 27. Each session will accommodate 40 students and will be recorded for on-demand playback for those who cannot attend live. Each session includes access to example questions, helping candidates review

    Jan 19,
    - by Communications Chair

  • No Excuses: Get Your (ISC)² Certification Done in 2022

    The need is real. The shortage of cybersecurity talent presents a clear and present danger in virtually every corner of the globe as bad actors plot their next move. How wide is the gap? Recent research shows the cyber workforce must grow by 65 percent to adequately defend organizations’ critical assets.* No excuses — now is your time to commit to certification. Because a safe and secure cyber world can’t wait. (ISC)² is here to help, starting with your Exam Action Plan. Whether you’re pursuing CISSP, SSCP, CCSP, CAP, CSSLP, HCISPP or a CISSP Concentration, you’ll go into it prepared with: Exam registration and testing guidelines What to expect How to prepare with confidence Training and study resources Pro tips from certified (ISC)² members Looking back, was 2021 the

    Jan 18,
    - by Communications Chair
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