What Does Cloud Security Even Mean? A survey of what cloud security should entail in 2023. Based on real-world events, we will compare and contrast cloud security and more traditional on-premise requirements and practices.

When:

Thursday, February 9th, 2022 – 12:00PM – 1:30PM

Where:

This will be an in-person event.

Standard Insurance Building

900 SW Fifth Avenue, Portland, OR 97204

Lunch is included at the event.

CPE credits:

This event qualifies for CPE credit.

Sign-up link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/february-2023-chapter-meeting-cloud-security-tickets-528471461367

Speakers:

Lindsey Smith

Lindsey Smith has more than three decades of experience with software development and deployment including being a developer, a product manager and solutions architect. Alternating between security and devops, he has most recently worked at Tripwire, Puppet and has been with the Prisma Cloud group at Palo Alto Networks for the past 3 years.

Securing a connected resources and a the different pieces of a distributed network can be challenging.  Explore advantages of using SASE and a  ZTNA architecture to provide secure access application based access over traditional VPN access most enterprises use today. Also examine how employing Gartner’s Cybersecurity Mesh Architecture can simplify Network and Security operations.

When:

Thursday, January12^th, 2023 – 11:00AM to 1:00PM

Where:

The Courtyard

1231 North Archor Way

Portland, OR 97217

Columbia Room

Lunch is included at the event. Please select from the following when you purchase your ticket:

• Ham Sandwich
• Turkey Sandwich
• Corned Beef Sandwich
• Salad (chef’s choice)
• Gluten free option (chef’s choice)

This event qualifies for CPE credit.

Sign up link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/january-2023-chapter-meeting-securing-a-distributed-network-tickets-488851145937

Speaker/Panelist Bio:

Garrick Yeehaw Chang has been working in Networking and Cybersecurity for over 20 years. He has a passion for application security spending this beginning of his career working on Application Delivery Controller and Web Application Firewall technologies.  As a system engineer at Fortinet for the last 7 years, Garrick has been working to help numerous organizations improve the  cybersecurity posture within their networks.  He also spends much of his time educating partners about new cybersecurity trends.

Due to popular demand, ISSA Portland’s November meeting will focus on cyber insurance. The program will include presentations covering, the insurance application, what you should know about the attestation survey, types of coverage, and services that are often included as part of your policy that might be able to save you money… as well as lots of time for your questions and discussion.

When:

Thursday, November 17^th, 2022 – 11:30AM – 1:00PM

Where:

This will be an in-person event.

University Place Hotel & Conference Center*

310 SW Lincoln Street, Portland, Oregon 97201 – Astoria Room

There is plenty of parking on the Hotel Property @ $3.00 an hour or $13.00 daily. Public Transportation: MAX’s Lincoln Station is just outside the Hotel’s front door and the Downtown Street Car is less than 3 blocks away

* University Place Hotel is owned, operated, and located on the campus of Portland State University

Lunch is included at the event.

Roaster Turkey & Swiss

Black Forest Ham & Cheddar Cheese

Chef Choice Salad (GF)

CPE credits:

This event qualifies for CPE credit.

Sign up link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/november-2022-chapter-meeting-cyber-insurance-tips-tricks-and-traps-tickets-449852479877

Speakers:

Peter Olson ARM, Property Casualty Consultant, USI Insurance Services

Peter is a sales executive in USI’s Portland commercial insurance group. Peter delivers customized client solutions with economic impact, leveraging the USI ONE Advantage®, a proprietary platform integrating analytics, networked resources and strategic planning.  Peter leads and collaborates with the USI team to design and develop a specific program; market existing coverages and introduce new product solutions; and integrate analytics, risk control and claims advocacy for clients. He is ultimately responsible for all service standards, communication and implementation. Peter provides responsive and strategic advice designed to help companies safely manage risk at the lowest net cost.

Rick Rosenberry – Property and Casualty Consultant, USI Insurance Services

Rick specializes in helping clients position themselves in the Cyber and Tech E&O marketplace. Based in Portland he works with Manufacturers in Defense, Aerospace, Healthcare and Technology as well as MSSPs. Featured as a regular speaker on the Pacific Northwest Defense Coalition’s Cyber Security Forum he works with clients to address evolving cyber threats and risk within manufacturing supply chains. USI is one of the largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the world providing solutions to large risk management clients, middle market companies, smaller firms and individuals. Utilizing the USI ONE Advantage® a proprietary platform integrating analytics, networked resources and strategic planning, they help clients identify risk and close coverage gaps.

Frank X. Curci is a Shareholder in Buchalter’s Portland office and a member of the Firm’s Corporate Practice Group.

His practice focuses on the representation of high-tech companies (ranging from emerging growth companies to global companies), bioscience industry companies, universities/research institutions, global technology consortia, technology accelerators, and other technology-based companies.  He counsels these clients concerning a range of matters, including patent/technology licensing, technology collaborations & consortia (including technology standards), research matters, technology transfer, the overall protection, commercialization, and use of the client’s intellectual property rights. Mr. Curci has a recognized bioscience practice representing universities/research institutions and bioscience companies regarding licensing, technology transfer, collaborations, research, and other technology commercialization matters.  He has earned a national reputation in the high tech industry for his work regarding the formation, structuring, and ongoing operations of global technology consortia and other technology collaborations (including standards organizations).  Mr. Curci is active with high technology and bioscience-related associations. For several years he has been an Adjunct Professor of Law teaching intellectual property law courses at Oregon, Arizona and California law schools.  He has received The Best Lawyers in America® (2009-2023) recognition in the Technology Law and Biotechnology Law fields. In 2017 and 2018 Frank was named to the Oregon Super Lawyers list.  He also has an AV Rating® from Martindale-Hubbell®. More at https://www.buchalter.com/attorneys/frank-x-curci/#bio

ISO 27001:2022 standard update is to be release in October. Find out about ISO 27001 and what is changing.

Managing information security is a combination technical capabilities and a trained work force, both paired with management processes intended to assure confidentiality, integrity and availability of information assets. ISO 27001 is the globally recognized standard for Information Security Management System (ISMS) design and operation. This month a long awaited updated to the standard will be release, the new ISO 27001:2022. In this presentation, obtain an overview of ISO 27001, discover best practices in how to implement it and find out what new in the 2022 revision of the standard.

This meeting marks our return to in person chapter meetings. There will not be a live virtual participation option.

When:

Thursday, October 20^th, 2022 – 11:30AM to 1:00PM

20 minutes – networking

60 minutes – speakers

15-30 minutes – Q&A

Where:

Embassy Suites Portland Washington Square

9000 SW Washington Square Rd

Tigard, OR 97223

Lunch is included at the event. Please select from the following when you purchase your ticket:

• Tri-Tip Sandwich – Tri tip Beef, Arugula, Heirloom Tomatoes, Tillamook Cheddar Brioche Bun
• Roast Chicken Breast Sandwich – Chicken, Arugula, Basil, Roma Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Ciabatta
• Veggie Wrap – Roasted Shaved Vegetables, Baby Lettuce, Vine Ripened Tomatoes, Micro Greens, Hummus, Sundried Tomato Tortilla
• Lunch Salad (gluten free) – Chef’s choice

This event qualifies for CPE credit.

Sign up link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/october-2022-chapter-meeting-managing-information-security-tickets-436122162127

Speaker/Panelist Bio:

Matt Olson – Senior Security Architect, Higher Logic

With 20 years of experience running large software as a service (SaaS) operations at scale, Matt brings both a product and enterprise operations focus to information security and compliance for Higher Logic’s 200 million+ end users. He has experience in security leadership, security operations management, security architecture, risk assessments, incident response, vendor management, secure software development life cycle (SDLC) best practices, establishment of policy, certification under ISO 27001 and managing audits under SOC 2. Matt currently serves as Portland ISSA chapter Technology Chair.

What is a framework? Why do I follow a framework? Which one is best? How many do I need? Can I build my own? How do compliance requirements fit in and am I mitigating the right risks?

There are many questions around how to build and maintain an Information Security program. Security frameworks are designed to answer these questions and provide assurance. In this talk we will discuss how frameworks, compliance and risk management work together. We will also show how to map between various solutions, including measuring and reporting maturity.

When: April 21^st, 2022 – 11:10-AM to 1:00PM.

20 minutes – networking

60 minutes – speakers

15-30 minutes – Q&A

This event qualifies for 1.5 CPEs.

Sign up link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/april-2022-chapter-meeting-security-frameworks-tickets-312487397217

Speaker/Presenter Bio:

Brian Ventura

Brian Ventura is a information security consultant and teaches Information Security topics through SANS. Brian focuses on building sustainable security programs. Brian volunteers on the ISSA Portland board and Oregon CyberSecurity Advisory Board.

We are pleased to welcome Theresa Masse, Cyber Security Advisor in Region 10 (Oregon) for the US Department of Homeland Security -Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), for a presentation on CISA and services that it provides. Created in 2018 as a part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, CISA’s mission is to provide threat reduction to U.S. physical and cybersecurity infrastructure. CISA is a bright spot in the cybersecurity community in recent years and is leading the way in facilitating national public/private cybersecurity resiliency.

When: March 10^th, 2022 – 11:10-AM to 1:00PM.

20 minutes – networking

60 minutes – speakers

15-30 minutes – Q&A

This event qualifies for 1.5 CPEs.

Sign up link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/march-2022-chapter-meeting-dhs-cisa-tickets-274485923787

Speaker/Presenter Bio:

Theresa Masse – Cyber Security Advisor in Region 10, US Department of Homeland Security – Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Ms. Masse is a Cyber Security Advisor in Region 10 (Oregon) for the US Department of Homeland Security -Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Prior to that, she served as the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the Port of Portland for 5+ years. Theresa was the first CISO for the State of Oregon and served in that capacity for 10 years. Previous to that, she worked in the private sector as the Senior Director for Information & Corporate Security at Cummins Inc., an international Fortune 500 company.

Ms. Masse is on the advisory committee for the Oregon State University – Oregon Research & Teaching Security Operations Center, and a participant on several state committees and working groups. She is a member of the Portland ISSA, ISC2, and InfraGard chapters. Theresa also serves on the Cyber Security Advisory Board at Mount Hood Community College. She is a former member of the executive committee for the State, Local, Tribal and Territorial Government Coordinating Council and was chair of the Cyber Security subcommittee. She is a past member of the executive committee of the Multi-State-Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) and served as a co-chair of the mentoring program. Theresa has a CISSP and a Master’s degree with a major in Management.

Slide presentation:

Since the implementation of the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), privacy has become a fast evolving regulatory landscape within the developed world. Privacy laws are being adopted by U.S. states at an increasing rate. Will there be a U.S. federal privacy law? Which countries are adopting new privacy laws to keep pace with GDPR? In this presentation learn about global privacy compliance and gain an overview of privacy laws, standards and effective compliance strategies.

When: February 10^th, 2022 – 11:10-AM to 1:00PM.

20 minutes – networking

60 minutes – speakers

15-30 minutes – Q&A

This event qualifies for 1.5 CPEs.

Sign up link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/february-2022-chapter-meeting-privacy-laws-standards-and-compliance-tickets-259880889737

Speaker/Presenter Bio:

Matt Olson – Senior Security Architect, Higher Logic

With 20 years of experience running large software as a service (SaaS) operations at scale, Matt brings both a product and enterprise operations focus to information security and compliance for Higher Logic’s 200 million+ end users. He has experience in security leadership, security operations management, security architecture, risk assessments, incident response, vendor management, secure software development life cycle (SDLC) best practices, establishment of policy, certification under ISO 27001 and managing audits under SOC 2. Matt currently serves as Portland ISSA chapter President.

Session Name: Are you ready for a ransomware attack?

This session will provide a walkthrough of a ransomware event using readily available attack tools and common techniques. Following a technical demonstration, a sample Incident Response Plan will be distributed and reviewed. A tabletop exercise will be facilitated, with roles such as Business Owner, Technical Expert, Legal Counsel, Crisis Communication, and Insurance Broker filled by attendees. Questions and activities will be available to support a single group session, or breakout rooms of teams comprising 4 or 5 members. Where possible, logs, reports, and other evidence will be available to inform analysis, decision making, and communications. Wrap-up activities will include an evaluation of the Incident Response Plan and supporting artifacts to identify improvement opportunities and priorities to better prepare for the next event.

When: Thursday, January 13^th, 2022 – 11:10AM to 1:00PM.

20 minutes – networking

60 minutes – speakers

15-30 minutes – Q&A

This event qualifies for 1.5 CPEs.

Sign up link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/january-2022-chapter-meeting-ramsomware-attack-simulation-tickets-234014372287

Speaker/Presenter Bio:

Dennis Allen is a Senior Security Consultant at Stratascale, where he helps organizations assess and improve their cybersecurity posture to address the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. Dennis received his B.S. degree in Computer Science from St. John Fisher College, and a M.S. in Information Assurance from Norwich University. With more than 25 years of information technology and security experience, Dennis has helped fortune 500 companies, governmental agencies, the U.S. military, and many small businesses develop solutions to prevent, detect, and respond to the most advanced cyber challenges. He has also delivered numerous professional training classes, presented at industry conferences, and taught at both the undergraduate and graduate-level.

The pandemic period has seen changes in the cybersecurity threat landscape. As opportunities for threat actors increased due to the prevalence of work-from-home restrictions and increases in ransomware attacks, insurance companies paid out record amounts in 2020 for cyber related claims. The downstream effects are here: higher premiums, changes in coverage limits and hesitancy of insurance companies to underwrite cyber risk. At our November meeting, we are please to welcome Matthew T. Denielak who is a Cyber/E&O insurance broker and Jonathan Davies who is a cyber risk consultant. Our guests will present on the current issues affecting the cyber insurance market place.

When: Thursday, November 18^th, 11:10AM to 1:00PM.

20 minutes – networking

60 minutes – speakers

15-30 minutes – Q&A

This event qualifies for 1.5 CPEs.

Sign up link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/november-2021-chapter-meeting-cyber-insurance-marketplace-20212022-tickets-207686013457

Matthew T. Danielak – Director, Broking FINEX Cyber/E&O Midwest Region Lead

Matt leads the Midwest Region for Willis Towers Watson’s FINEX Cyber/E&O team. In addition to running a team of 13, he focuses on delivering expertise in privacy, information technology, E&O and media, including dedicated cyber claim advocates. As part of his role, he regularly speaks on industry panels, handles market relationships, creates risk transfer strategies with clients, oversees the placement of insurance programs, and provides client service throughout the course of the year. Matt has more than 12 years’ experience in building successful technology E&O, professional liability, media and cyber insurance books of business as both an underwriter and broker.

Matt holds a B.S. in Communications from Indiana University (Bloomington).

Jonathan Davies, C|CISO, CISSP, CCSP – Cyber Risk Consultant, North America – FINEX

Jonathan Davies is based in Las Vegas and has developed and implemented cybersecurity programs for several large clients in the global gaming and hospitality industry. He specializes in identifying, quantifying and mitigating key organizational cyber risks and then developing consensus-based, cost-effective solutions that align with the organization’s overall business goals. He emphasizes a cross-functional approach, involving key stakeholders and business units across the organization, to ensure that a comprehensive, organization-wide strategy is developed to manage the people, technical and financial risks impacting an organization’s cyber resilience.

Jonathan’s cybersecurity career is underpinned by a twenty-year military intelligence background. He holds a number of advanced industry certifications, including Certified Chief Information Security Officer (C|CISO), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).