ANNOUNCEMENTS

Calendar Arizona CYBER EVENTS:

2024 ISSA Phoenix
Quarterly Education Events

Who: ISSA Phoenix Chapter
What: Q4/2024 Meeting
Where: Grand Canyon University, 27th Ave. Parking Garage
2600 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017
When: Thursday, October 10, 2024, 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Who: ISSA Phoenix Chapter
What: Q1/2025 Meeting
Where: University of Advancing Technology - Tempe, Arizona
When: January 23, 2025, 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Who: ISSA Phoenix Chapter
What: Q2/2025 Meeting
Where: TBD
When: April 24th, 2025, 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Who: ISSA Phoenix Chapter
What: Q3/2025 Meeting
Where: TBD
When: July 24th, 2025, 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Who: ISSA Phoenix Chapter
What: Q4/2025 Meeting
Where: TBD
When: October 23rd, 2025, 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Conferences and Other Organized Events

Who: SouthWest CyberSecurity Forum
What: Monthly Meetings
Where:
- Physical Location: Gateway Community College Advanced Cyber Systems Lab, 108 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034
- Online Location: link for Zoom TBA
  Why: To stay current with new cyber threats, explore new security technologies, share experiences, and network with your peers.
  Cost: Free
  Website:https://swcsf.org/
Dates:
- November 20, 2024: 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
- December 2, 2024: 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
- December 18, 2024: 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Who: DC480
What: Arizona Monthly Meeting
Where:
- Physical Location: TBA
- Online Location: Only in person at this time
  Why: A group of hackers, infosec professionals, and learners who may be getting into the security space. We share insights and expertise, dank memes, shenanigans, and rainbow sprinkles.
  Cost: Free
  Website: https://dc480.io/
  Twitter: HTTPS://TWITTER.COM/DC480AZ
Dates:
- First Tuesday of the month: Time: TBA
Who: EVSec
What: Monthly Meeting
Where:
- Physical Location: Beer Research Institute, 1641 S Stapley Dr, Mesa, AZ 85204
- Online Location: Only in person at this time
  Why: To discuss information security-related topics of interest in a non-work, non-vendor setting; preferably over a beer and picking locks.
  Cost: Free
  Website:https://evsec.org/
  Twitter:@EVSecAZ
  Slack: #evsec on CentralSec Slack
  Email:[email protected]
Dates:
- December 5, 2024: 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
Who: Phoenix2600
What: Arizona Monthly Meeting
Where:
- Physical Location: Escalante Multi-Generational Center, 2150 E Orange St, Tempe, AZ 85281 (alpha/bravo room)
- Online Location: Only in person at this time
  Why: To discuss all things code, tech, or otherwise hacker related. Most members enjoy exploring and exploiting technology and life in an effort to better use and understand those systems.
  Cost: Free
  Website:https://www.phx2600.org/
  Discord:https://discord.gg/2SHv9Dq
Dates:
- December 6, 2024: 6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M.
Who: Phoenix Linux Users Group
What: Arizona Installfest Meeting
Where:
- Physical Location: TBA
- Online Location: TBA
  Why: Try to keep a good balance of novice and advanced talks so that nobody will be overwhelmed or bored, all with a common goal of educating the public about the Linux operating system.
  Cost: Free
  Website:https://phxlinux.org/
Dates:
- November 16, 2024: 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
- December 7, 2024: 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
- December 21, 2024: 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Who: Phoenix Linux Users Group
What: Arizona Monthly Meeting
Where:
- Physical Location: TBA
- Online Location: TBA
  Why: Try to keep a good balance of novice and advanced talks so that nobody will be overwhelmed or bored, all with a common goal of educating the public about the Linux operating system.
  Cost: Free
  Website:https://phxlinux.org/
Dates:
- July 11, 2024: 7:00 P.M.
- July 16, 2024: 7:00 P.M.
- August 8, 2024: 7:00 P.M.
- August 20, 2024: 7:00 P.M.
- September 12, 2024: 7:00 P.M.
- September 17, 2024: 7:00 P.M.
- October 10, 2024: 7:00 P.M.
- October 15, 2024: 7:00 P.M.
- November 14, 2024: 7:00 P.M.
- December 12, 2024: 7:00 P.M.
- December 17, 2024: 7:00 P.M.

Meetups, Groups and
Upcoming Events

Coffee and Code East Valley
- Link: Coffee and Code East Valley
- Description: A casual meetup for developers to discuss code and coffee. Great for networking and sharing knowledge.
- Events: Regular coding meetups and discussions.
SolveStack: The Software Engineering Mentorship Program
- Link: SolveStack
- Description: A mentorship program aimed at software engineers seeking to improve their skills through guidance and collaboration.
- Events: Workshops, mentoring sessions, and networking events.
Phoenix JavaScript
- Link: Phoenix JavaScript
- Description: A group for JavaScript enthusiasts to discuss the latest trends, frameworks, and projects.
- Events: Talks, coding challenges, and collaborative projects.
Arizona PHP User Group
- Link: AZPHPUG
- Description: A community for PHP developers in Arizona to share knowledge and learn from each other.
- Events: Monthly meetups and technical presentations.
Arizona Codes
- Link: Arizona Codes
- Description: A general coding meetup for various programming languages and technologies.
- Events: Coding sessions, workshops, and hackathons.
ISC2 Phoenix Chapter
- Link: ISC2 Phoenix Chapter
- Description: Local chapter of the ISC2, focusing on cybersecurity education and networking.
- Events: Regular meetings, workshops, and conferences.
WiCyS Phoenix, AZ
- Link: WiCyS Phoenix
- Description: The Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Phoenix chapter supports and promotes women in cybersecurity.
- Events: Networking events, talks, and mentorship programs.
Sonoran Desert Security Users Group (SDSUG)
- Link: SDSUG
- Description: A group for security professionals to discuss the latest in security technologies and trends.
- Events: Monthly meetings and security workshops.
Cloud Security Alliance (CSA)
- Link: Cloud Security Alliance
- Description: A global organization dedicated to defining and raising awareness of best practices for secure cloud computing.
- Events: Conferences, educational webinars, and local chapter meetings.
DC602
- Description: A local DEF CON group in Phoenix focused on cybersecurity discussions and activities.
- Events: Regular meetups and hacker cons.
CACTUS CON
- Date: February 14-15, 2025
- Location: Mesa, AZ - Mesa Convention Center - 263 N. Center Street, Mesa AZ 85201
- Details: A major security conference featuring talks, workshops, and networking.
- Registration: Sign up at www.cactuscon.com
ISC2 Phoenix Chapter Annual Member Meeting
- Date: February 27, 2024
- Location: Remote
- Link: ISC2 Phoenix Chapter
CactusCon 2024
- Date: February 16-17, 2024
- Location: Mesa, AZ
- Details: Arizona’s premier hacker con.
- Link: CactusCon 2024
ElevateIT 2024 Phoenix Conference
- Date: March 13, 2024
- Location: Phoenix, AZ
- Details: Technology and cybersecurity conference with a focus on IT and security innovations.
- Link: ElevateIT Phoenix 2024
Q1 Cybersecurity Event
- Date: April 11, 2024
- Location: Venue 8600, Scottsdale, AZ
- Details: A joint cybersecurity education event by Information Systems Security Association Phoenix and Cloud Security Alliance.
- Link: Q1 Cybersecurity Event
Information Systems Audit and Control Association Phoenix Event
- Date: May 7, 2024
- Location: Phoenix, AZ
- Link: ISACA Phoenix Event
SouthWest CyberSecurity Forum
- Who: SouthWest CyberSecurity Forum
- What: Monthly meeting to discuss cybersecurity threats, technologies, and network with peers.
- Where:
  - Physical Location: Gateway Community College Advanced Cyber Systems Lab, 108 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034
- When: May 6th, 2024, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Why: To stay updated on new cyber threats, explore security technologies, and network.
- Cost: Free
- Website: SouthWest CyberSecurity Forum