BSides St. Pete

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Crazy to see how your life changes over 26 years! If you're trying to get into cybersecurity and it feels like it's never going to happen, DON'T GIVE UP! Just keep going and improving everyday and one day you'll find yourself right where you want to be. #motivation #nevergiveup #cybersecurity #personaldevelopment #growth #cyber

If you were not able to come early on Saturday, you may have missed the opening speech by Wilson Bautista Jr. MBA, MSISM, CISSP, PMP, CCA, : "Good morning everyone, and welcome to BSides St. Pete 2024! First, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Saint Petersburg College - Midtown Center for providing us with this incredible venue. We're truly fortunate to be able to hold our conference here this year. As the saying goes, "Many hands make light work," and this event is no exception. I want to personally thank the core team for their tireless work in planning and organizing everything. Coordination, collaboration, and execution—those wearing “Staff” badges have dedicated countless hours to ensure your experience here is exceptional. Let’s give them a big round of applause. And, of course, a huge thank you to our volunteers! They are the glue that holds this event together, and without them, many things simply wouldn’t get done. Please show some love and appreciation for their hard work. Finally, a special thank you to our sponsors. Their generous contributions each year allow us to put on this event. Take the time to visit them, learn about their products and services, and understand why they’ve chosen to support BSides St. Pete. Let them know how much this event means to you and to our community. This year’s theme is "Innovate, Integrate, Inspire." But what does that really mean? We wanted to break away from the status quo. We didn’t want just another conference; we wanted to create an experience for each of you. We want to challenge the way you think, the way you approach your work, and the way you solve problems. Because comfort is the enemy of progress. Our social media posts leading up to today were crafted with this in mind. Every presentation has been selected with this in mind. The CTF challenges you’ll engage in were developed with this in mind. BSides St. Pete, BSides Tampa, and the greater Tampa Bay area represent a vibrant and growing cybersecurity community. You’re surrounded by incredible people today, so take advantage of that. Learn from one another, challenge each other. Whether you’re looking to break into the field or you're a seasoned professional, our goal is that you leave here inspired and energized—ready to tackle whatever comes next." See you all at BSides Tampa May 2025!

?? Exclusive Door Prize at BSides St. Pete 2024! ?? We’re giving away a signed copy of Rene Clayton’s book: Women’s Success in Corporate Leadership! ?? René Clayton brings over two decades of experience in technology, leadership, and product development, and her insights into leadership and team empowerment make this book a must-read for aspiring leaders. Don’t miss the chance to grab this inspiring read and meet René at the event! ???? ?? Event Date: September 14, 2024 ?? Location: Saint Petersburg College-Midtown Campus Tip: Head over to the PMI Suncoast table for a meet and greet with René! #BSidesStPete #Cybersecurity #CorporateLeadership #WomensLeadership #DoorPrize #ReneClayton #PMISuncoast #StPete #CyberEvent #Inspiration

Afterparty at Bayboro Brewing from 4pm - 7pm! CTF awards presentation at 5pm???? #BSidesStPete2024 #CommunitySupport #BayboroBrewing #Cybersecurity #ThankYou

Ready for the CISO Board tomorrow? 1pm in the Community Room! #bsidesstpete2024 #ciso

?? BSides St. Pete 2024 Giveaway Alert! ?? We’ve partnered with PMI Florida Suncoast Chapter to give away a $25 Publix Gift Card during the event! Whether you’re stocking up on essentials or treating yourself to something special, Publix has everything you need. ???? Don’t miss your chance to grab this gift card and more great prizes at the event! ?? Event Date: September 14, 2024 ?? Location: Saint Petersburg College-Midtown Campus Learn more about the PMI Florida Suncoast Chapter here: www.suncoastpmi.org #BSidesStPete #Cybersecurity #Publix #DoorPrize #PMIFloridaSuncoast #GiftCard #StPete #CyberEvent

?? Another Relaxation Giveaway at BSides St. Pete 2024! ?? We’re thrilled to offer the “Cellular Detox” Spa Package from Paradise Spa as a door prize! ??♀?? This indulgent package includes a 50-minute Custom Massage, Full Body Detox Salt treatment, and a 30-minute Hydrotherapy Session. You’ll also take home a luxurious Cellular Detox skincare set, a tote bag, and some interactive magnetic jewelry. ????♂? Don’t miss your chance to win this rejuvenating prize at the event! ?? Event Date: September 14, 2024 ?? Location: Saint Petersburg College-Midtown Center Check out Paradise Spa here: www.yourparadisespa.com #BSidesStPete #Cybersecurity #SpaGiveaway #ParadiseSpa #DoorPrize #Detox #Relaxation #StPeteFL #CyberEvent

??? Navigating CMMC at BSides St. Pete 2024! ??? We are thrilled to welcome Stacey ONeal back for her second year as a speaker at BSides St. Pete! This year, Stacey will guide attendees through the intricacies of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). ?? Presentation Topic: Navigating Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) ??? ??? When: September 14, 2024 ?? Where: Saint Petersburg College-Midtown Campus, St. Petersburg, FL Stacey will provide invaluable insights on how organizations can achieve and maintain CMMC certification, especially those working with government contracts and controlled unclassified information (CUI). Whether you're just starting your CMMC journey or looking for expert tips, this session is for you! ?? Don’t miss Stacey’s presentation at BSides St. Pete 2024! Register today to secure your spot. ?? Register now at www.bsidesstpete.com #BSidesStPete #Cybersecurity #CMMC #Compliance #InfoSec #CybersecurityConference #SpeakerSpotlight

?? Relax and Rejuvenate – Door Prize Giveaway at BSides St. Pete 2024! ?? We’re excited to offer the “Renewed You” Spa Package from Paradise Spa as a door prize! ??♀?? This luxurious package includes a 50-minute Relaxing Swedish Massage, a Full Body Relaxation Salt Glow, and a Signature Facial. Plus, you'll receive a collection of premium Image Skincare products, a tote bag, and even some interactive magnetic jewelry! ??♀??? Ready to unwind? Make sure to stop by and enter to win at the event! ?? Event Date: September 14, 2024 ?? Location: Saint Petersburg College-Midtown Center Whether you’re local or on vacation, head to Treasure Island, FL…make an appointment, then enjoy a walk in the gorgeous Florida beach. Check out Paradise Spa here: www.yourparadisespa.com #BSidesStPete #Cybersecurity #SpaGiveaway #ParadiseSpa #DoorPrize #Relaxation #StPeteFL #CyberEvent