INTRODUCING OUR BOARD: TREASURER - WENDI WHITE As Treasurer, Wendi helps support the chapter’s growth and community impact. She serves as Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for the City of Austin, where she established the Information Security Office that protects the City's critical infrastructure and services. Wendi's three decades of experience span several sectors and disciplines including technology management, governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) management, security operations, incident response, and digital forensics. ? Previously, Wendi worked with Cisco Systems as CIO/CISO of Remote Operations Services, then as Chief of Staff for Global Client Services, delivering an expansive technology portfolio to 250K staff. Prior to Cisco, Wendi managed eGovernment Infrastructure for KPMG’s SLED practice, launching the State of Texas’ first portal for drivers license and registration renewals and expanding to over 240 digital government applications nationally. Earlier in her career, she held technology management and consulting roles at IBM, BMC, and government agencies. ? Wendi is passionate about STEM talent development, serving on the boards of several organizations and universities. She is a registered CISSP, CCISO, CGEIT, PMP, and LSSGB, and holds certifications in data science and ITIL. We are so thankful to have Wendi on our board. ?? #BoardIntro #AustinISSA #ISSABoard #ISSA Matt Moen Bill Alderson Chris Robertson James Rounsville George Hill Garrett Gross Sundeep David Kat Rector Christopher Walker, Andy Bennett
Austin ISSA
计算机和网络安全
Austin,Texas 396 位关注者
Austin's leading Cybersecurity Group for education, networking, and professional growth.
关于我们
We are a community of choice for international cybersecurity professionals dedicated to advancing individual growth, managing technology risk and protecting critical information and infrastructure
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https://austinissa.org/
Austin ISSA的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 计算机和网络安全
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- 201-500 人
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- Austin,Texas
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- 教育机构
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3601 S Congress Ave
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US,Texas,Austin,78704
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Austin ISSA Members – We Want Your Input! Are you interested in joining a?certification study group? We're exploring the idea of forming member-only study groups to help each other prepare, stay accountable, and succeed in earning key cybersecurity certifications. If so, comment below with which certifications would you be most interested in studying for! (CISSP, Security+, CISM, etc.) #AustinISSA #Cybersecurity #Certification #ProfessionalGrowth #ISSACommunity #CyberCertifications Matt Moen Bill Alderson Wendi White Chris Robertson James Rounsville George Hill Garrett Gross Sundeep David Kat Rector Christopher Walker, Andy Bennett
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ISSA Austin is Growing – Join Our New Committees! We’re excited to announce that ISSA Austin is expanding our leadership structure by launching new committees! These groups will help us drive engagement, enhance community outreach, and strengthen our impact in the cybersecurity space. Meet the committee leads:? ?? Social Events Committee – Led by Bill Alderson, bringing our community together through networking and fun events.? ?? Membership & Community Outreach – Led by Sundeep David, ensuring our members feel connected and supported.? ?? Operations Committee – Led by Chris Robertson, keeping ISSA Austin running smoothly behind the scenes.? ?? Marketing Committee – Led by Kat Rector, spreading the word and amplifying our mission. We’re looking for passionate members (you must be an active chapter member) to get involved! If you’re interested in joining a committee, let us know in the comments or DM us! #Cybersecurity #ISSA #AustinTech #Leadership #Community #AustinISSA Matt Moen Wendi White Christopher Walker, Andy Bennett George Hill Garrett Gross
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What a night! A sold-out event, an exciting game, and some good food —our hockey night was a huge success! A huge thank you to everyone who came out and to D3 Security for making it all possible. Their support and sponsorship brought our community together for an unforgettable evening, and we couldn’t be more grateful! Can't wait to see ya'll at InnoTech! #HockeyNight #GreatFoodGreatCompany #AustinISSA #Cybersecurity #CyberSocial #AustinTech Matt Moen Bill Alderson Wendi White Chris Robertson James Rounsville George Hill Garrett Gross Sundeep David Kat Rector Christopher Walker, Andy Bennett Jaryd Hickman
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We cannot wait to see these brilliant minds come together! Haven’t registered for InnoTech yet? It’s not to late! Use code SEC5D for $30 off your registration with the security track!
Announcing one of eleven important security related topics at InnoTech Austin and ISSA Austin Security Summit. Thank you to a few of the security executives spending their time at InnoTech this year.
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Calling all cybersecurity, networking, and IT professionals! We reaching out with a great?opportunity to give back?and make a real impact on the next generation of tech talent. The?Lake Travis ISD High School CTE Advisory Committee?is looking for industry professionals to get involved! In Texas, Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs house?cybersecurity, networking, digital forensics, and computer science?courses—preparing students for careers in tech. Many ISSA members have expressed interest in supporting high school programs, and?this is a simple yet meaningful way to get involved. ???Upcoming CTE Advisory Board Meeting ???Date:?Wednesday, February 26th ??Time:?1:15 PM - 2:15 PM ???Location:?Room E203, Lake Travis High School ???Bonus:?Raising Cane’s will be served! The CTE Advisory Board partners with?employers, community members, and colleges?to: - Build relationships between CTE programs and industry professionals - Provide hands-on learning experiences for students - Coordinate guest speakers & industry volunteers - Ensure students learn?current?industry trends and skills If you or someone else in your network is interested,?RSVP for the Winter CTE Advisory Board Meeting?and send an introductory email to Lana Stone at?[email protected]. When filling out the RSVP form, select?Information Technology?as the subject area. RSVP: https://lnkd.in/dMwy-_eq We would love to see some of you there too! Let’s work together to support the next generation of cybersecurity and IT professionals. #Cybersecurity #IT #CareerEducation #CTE #Mentorship #TechCommunity #ISSA #GivingBack
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??Our Hockey Social is SOLD OUT! ?? A huge thank you to D3 Security for sponsoring our upcoming hockey game! ???? Their support is helping to make this event an incredible success, and we couldn’t be more excited for a packed house next week! D3 Security is leading the way in cybersecurity with their AI-driven Autonomous Security Operations Center (ASOC) solution, Morpheus—a game-changer for SecOps teams. Their cutting-edge technology processes unlimited security alerts with superhuman speed and precision, empowering SOC teams with next-level incident response, threat hunting, and dynamic playbook generation. We’re grateful to D3 Security for their commitment to innovation and community, and we can't wait to hit the ice with everyone at this sold-out event! Thank you Jaryd Hickman and Prabhjot S. for your support of our chapter! Matt Moen Bill Alderson Wendi White Chris Robertson James Rounsville George Hill Garrett Gross Sundeep David Kat Rector Christopher Walker, Andy Bennett #Cybersecurity #HockeyNight #ThankYou #D3Security #SoldOut
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Austin ISSA Members-Only Hockey Social! We have a handful of tickets left for an unforgettable night of?hockey, networking, and cybersecurity camaraderie?at the?Austin ISSA Members-Only Hockey Social! ???Tuesday, February 25th ??7:00 PM ???H-E-B Center, Cedar Park ???Texas Stars vs. Grand Rapids Griffins This is your chance to?connect with fellow cybersecurity pros, expand your network, and enjoy some great hockey—all in one night! Not a member yet??Now’s the best time to join! A full year of ISSA membership gives you access to exclusive events like this one?for FREE—plus tons of professional development opportunities! ???Grab your ticket now!?→?https://lnkd.in/gJzDqad8 ???Join ISSA today!?→?https://lnkd.in/gcPnTPM (Be sure to select the Capitol of Texas Chapter!) Tag your cybersecurity crew and let’s make this a night to remember! #AustinISSA #Cybersecurity #Networking #HockeyNight #TexasStars #CyberNetworking #AustinTech #TechEvents #SecurityNetworking #AustinCyber Matt Moen Bill Alderson Wendi White Chris Robertson James Rounsville George Hill Garrett Gross Sundeep David Kat Rector Christopher Walker, Andy Bennett
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Big News Ya'll! The New Austin ISSA Website is Live! We’re excited to unveil www.austinissa.org redesigned to bring you a?fresh, easy-to-navigate experience?with all the up-to-date info you need! ??Stay informed?with the latest on upcoming events & chapter meetings ??Learn more?about Austin ISSA and how we support the cybersecurity community ??Find resources?to help you grow in your career and stay ahead in the industry ??Easy ways to reach out and inquire about getting involved #AustinISSA #Cybersecurity #TechCommunity #ISSA #AustinCyber #AustinCybersecurity Matt Moen Bill Alderson Wendi White Chris Robertson James Rounsville George Hill Garrett Gross Sundeep David Kat Rector Christopher Walker,, Andy Bennett
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Our Biggest Event Of The Year! ? Cybersecurity & IT Leaders – This is THE Event of the Year!? Are you ready for a?full day?of cutting-edge insights, real-world security strategies, and unparalleled networking??The Austin ISSA Security Summit at InnoTech?is the?largest?IT & Security event in Central Texas, bringing together top minds in cybersecurity for a day of education, innovation, and connection. ? ???Thursday, March 27 ???Austin Convention Center ? Why You Need to Be There: ??Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats?– Learn about the latest attack trends, security strategies, and defense mechanisms. ??Hear from Industry Experts?– Gain insights from C-level security leaders and top practitioners. ??Expand Your Network?– Connect with peers, mentors, and potential business partners. ??Get Hands-On Knowledge?– Walk away with actionable takeaways to strengthen your security posture. ? Featured Sessions: ???Future Shock 2025?– How technology will shape security, business, and society. ???Leadership in Action?– Bridging the gap between IT, operations, and legal for better security outcomes. ???AI Security?– A data-centric approach to securing AI-driven technologies. ???Securing AWS Accounts?– Best practices based on AWS’s own security pillar. ? Exclusive ISSA Discount – $30 Off! Use code?SEC5D?when you register for the security track!? ? Don’t miss your chance to be at the forefront of cybersecurity.?Register today:?www.innotechaustin.com ? #Cybersecurity #InnoTechAustin #ITLeadership #AustinISSA #CyberSecConference Matt Moen Bill Alderson Wendi White Chris Robertson James Rounsville George Hill Garrett Gross Sundeep David Kat Rector Christopher Walker, Andy Bennett?Sean Lowery