From monthly chapter meetings to hands-on trainings and the Central Ohio InfoSec Summit, our events bring together cybersecurity professionals at every stage of their careers. Explore what’s coming up and save your spot today.

Upcoming Events: Learn, Connect, and Stay Ahead

Events That Build Skills, Careers, and Connections.

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Events That Build Skills, Careers, and Connections. •

Quarterly Chapter Meeting & Networking
Sep
17

Quarterly Chapter Meeting & Networking

Join us for our quarterly chapter meeting and networking event! Connect with fellow professionals, gain insights from industry leaders, and stay updated on chapter initiatives. Whether you’re looking to expand your network or share ideas, this event is a perfect opportunity. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!

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2025 COISSA Golf Outing
Sep
22

2025 COISSA Golf Outing

Spend a day on the green with fellow professionals at one of Central Ohio’s most stunning courses! Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just out for a fun day, this is a great opportunity to connect, compete, and unwind.

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A day in the life of an SOC analyst
Oct
23

A day in the life of an SOC analyst

Join Columbus ISSA and Trace3 for an exclusive hands-on event designed to immerse you in the fast-paced world of the Security Operations Center (SOC). You'll engage in real-world practical exercises across four action-packed sessions—each lasting 40 minutes, with an opportunity to explore two cutting-edge technologies during the lunch break.

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Fall 2025 Training: AI Workshop
Oct
29

Fall 2025 Training: AI Workshop

ISACA Central Ohio is partnering with ISSA for a 2-day fall training event. Save the dates: October 29-30 in a live, online virtual classroom platform where you can earn up to 16 CPE hours.

Jason Montgomery, CISO with ReynCon Security, will lead this comprehensive training on integrating generative AI into enterprise environments with focus on security, governance and practical applications. If you are a professional who needs to implement AI solutions while maintaining proper security, governance, and risk management practices, then this course is for you.

For additional details and registration, visit the ISACA Central Ohio Chapter website:
https://lnkd.in/gN2ii7eR

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Fall 2025 Training: AI Workshop
Oct
30

Fall 2025 Training: AI Workshop

ISACA Central Ohio is partnering with ISSA for a 2-day fall training event. Save the dates: October 29-30 in a live, online virtual classroom platform where you can earn up to 16 CPE hours.

Jason Montgomery, CISO with ReynCon Security, will lead this comprehensive training on integrating generative AI into enterprise environments with focus on security, governance and practical applications. If you are a professional who needs to implement AI solutions while maintaining proper security, governance, and risk management practices, then this course is for you.

For additional details and registration, visit the ISACA Central Ohio Chapter website:
https://lnkd.in/gN2ii7eR

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Quarterly Chapter Meeting & Networking
Nov
19

Quarterly Chapter Meeting & Networking

Join us for our quarterly chapter meeting and networking event! Connect with fellow professionals, gain insights from industry leaders, and stay updated on chapter initiatives. Whether you’re looking to expand your network or share ideas, this event is a perfect opportunity. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!

COISSA will provide key updates on recent initiatives, accomplishments, and milestones. This session will also set the stage for 2025, offering insights into our strategic goals and upcoming opportunities to engage and grow within our chapter.

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Humans are hard, Code is Easy
Mar
19

Humans are hard, Code is Easy

Are you a frustrated technical professional who feels like they know enough? However, the success you thought you would have is out of reach. You see others who make better strides but why? Is it a skills gap?

Come learn how to set yourself apart as a technical professional and learn influence and collaboration skills.

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Breaking the Illusion: Leading Through Security and Innovation in a Disruptive Era
Mar
5

Breaking the Illusion: Leading Through Security and Innovation in a Disruptive Era

Organizations often face a paradox: they claim to prioritize innovation to stay competitive yet resist change due to security concerns. This "Innovation-Protection Paradox" creates a dangerous comfort zone, where superficial efforts mask a deeper failure to achieve meaningful transformation.

This session explores how security leaders can break free from the illusion of progress and foster a culture of responsible, impactful innovation. It addresses the challenges of balancing growth and security in a rapidly evolving landscape, with actionable strategies to align innovation with resilience.

Key themes include:

  • The Innovation-Protection Paradox: How risk aversion stifles transformative change while creating an illusion of progress.

  • Building Resilience: Proactive approaches to risk, transparent decision-making, and resilient security practices that protect organizations and leaders from regulatory liabilities.

  • Meeting New Regulatory Demands: Strategies for aligning innovation with compliance, including the SEC's new rules, without sacrificing growth.

  • Beyond Innovation Theater: Moving past superficial changes to create meaningful, scalable transformation.

  • Creating the Right Roadmap: A framework for aligning security and innovation, embracing risk responsibly, and driving long-term value creation.

This session is a rallying cry for leaders to embrace security as a strategic enabler rather than a barrier to progress. By fostering a culture of transparency, calculated risk-taking, and resilience, security leaders can safeguard their organizations while enabling disruptive innovation that reshapes industries.

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Applying the Critical Controls to your Business 
Feb
19

Applying the Critical Controls to your Business 

This session will provide practical strategies and tools to elevate your cybersecurity approach and protect your organization.

💡What we’ll learn:

  • Understand how to assess your business using the Critical Controls.

  • Discover open-source and freeware tools to implement security measures.

  • Gain actionable steps to secure your business data effectively.

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Quarterly Chapter Meeting & Networking
Jan
15

Quarterly Chapter Meeting & Networking

Join us for our quarterly chapter meeting and networking event! Connect with fellow professionals, gain insights from industry leaders, and stay updated on chapter initiatives. Whether you’re looking to expand your network or share ideas, this event is a perfect opportunity. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!

COISSA will provide key updates on recent initiatives, accomplishments, and milestones. This session will also set the stage for 2025, offering insights into our strategic goals and upcoming opportunities to engage and grow within our chapter.

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COISSA Member Mixer
Oct
24

COISSA Member Mixer

Join us for the exclusive COISSA Member Mixer, an evening crafted to bring our vibrant community together like never before. Expect an unforgettable night filled with interactive activities, engaging entertainment, and premium networking opportunities, all in a dynamic setting that’s perfect for connecting with fellow professionals. With surprises around every corner and unexpected moments that will keep the excitement going, this is a night you won’t want to miss.

Be part of the event everyone will be talking about—where connections are made, ideas are sparked, and the unexpected awaits!

Enter code COISSA when prompted!

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2024 Central Ohio ISSA Golf Outing
Sep
23

2024 Central Ohio ISSA Golf Outing

More details to come in the future!

Join us for our annual golf outing at the beautiful Country Club at Muirfield Village! All tickets include 18 holes, cart, drinks and more!

About this event

Join us for our annual golf outing at the beautiful Country Club at Muirfield Village!

All tickets include 18 holes, cart, 2 drink tickets, Coffee & Tea truck, lunch at the turn, and reception following the tournament.

Coffee will be provided by Sweet Nate's Coffee & Tea! Coffee will be served at 10:30am.

Check-In: 10:30 AM

Shotgun Start: Noon

** Reception will begin immediately after tournament **

Club Rentals: Golf clubs are available for rent at the country club. Please indicate during registration if you need to rent clubs, and we will put you in touch with the proper contact at the country club. Also, please note the golf course only has a few sets of clubs. You will be responsible for paying for the rental.

Registration: You may register as an individual or as part of a team, including the ability to create a team and invite others to your team (ISSA Member and Non-Member tickets only)! If registering a team, please add a team name during registration. We will do our best to keep requested teams together. Sponsor tickets must be used by 9/11/2024 or be forfeited. Maximum 4 tickets for non-sponsored vendors and person. Event organizers reserve the right to refund, cancel, or decline ticket sales.

Refund Policy: No refunds; however, you may transfer your ticket to another person.

When the event is sold out: Please email service@coissa.org to be put onto the waitlist.

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Lead Tomorrow.

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Learn Today. • Lead Tomorrow. •

Join our community and unlock access to ISSA International’s full calendar of conferences, forums, classes, and webinars — all built to expand your cybersecurity expertise and connect you with industry leaders.

As a member, you’ll also enjoy free admission to our monthly meetings right here in Central Ohio.