ISSA Hampton Roads

04/20/2026

You're Invited: Our Cyber Social Networking Event in Norfolk is happening April 21, 6-9 p.m.

Come connect with cybersecurity professionals, tech enthusiasts, and those entering the field in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Whether you’re seasoned in Cybersecurity or just getting started, this is a great chance to meet new people, share ideas, and unwind after work.

Cybersecurity Networking, Mentoring, & Great Food @ The OV Beach Tavern in Norfolk.

04/10/2026

Happy Friday! Join us today at Neat Bird Chicken & Whiskey for the Chesapeake Weekend Afternoon Networking (WAN) event.

This relaxed networking meet up is perfect for all information security and cybersecurity professionals at every stage 🥳💻

Date: April 10, Friday
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM EST
Location: Neat Bird Chicken & Whiskey
565 Belaire Avenue, Chesapeake, VA 2332

RSVP so we know you're coming:

What's better than meeting new people over a beer? We welcome the 'cool introverts', securing the digital future.

04/08/2026

Tonight’s session on “Securing AI: Policies, Guardrails, and Real-World Risk Management” with Sean Applegate was a powerful reminder that AI innovation without structure is just risk waiting to happen.

Real conversations, strategies, and exactly the kind of insight we need. If you’re serious about staying ahead in tech, you need to be in these rooms.

Make room on your calendar and join us at an upcoming event: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/25244087249

04/06/2026

This month’s topic is Securing AI: Policies, Guardrails, and Real-World Risk Management, presented by Sean Applegate (Swish).

As AI continues to evolve into core, agent-driven business workflows, security teams are working to keep pace. In this session, Sean will explore how to identify and manage AI-specific risks and share practical guardrails that help organizations securely adopt AI systems without compromising data, compliance, or mission objectives.

📅 Date: Tuesday, April 7
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:45 PM EST
📍 Location: ECPI University
5555 Greenwich Rd, Suite 108, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

RSVP TODAY:

Policies, Guardrails, and Real-World Risk Management: Updated Speaker Sean Applegate (Swish)

03/26/2026

A nice turnout and huge thanks to everyone who came out to mix and mingle with us for tonight's Virginia Beach Cyber Social.

Make sure you're following us on social media to stay updated on upcoming events and happenings this year. Cheers to securing the digital future!

03/20/2026

Join us at ECPI University in Virginia Beach, VA on Tuesday, Apr 7 at 5:30 p.m. for a special presentation on Securing AI.

Our guest speaker, Will Rogers, will explore how to identify and manage AI-specific risks and outlines practical guardrails that enable organizations to securely adopt AI systems without compromising data, compliance, or mission objectives.

Always free. Reserve your spot here:

Policies, Guardrails, and Real-World Risk Management: BY Will Rogers (Swish)

03/13/2026

A reminder to join us for Chesapeake Weekend Afternoon Networking (WAN) event, tomorrow for a relaxed networking event for information security and cybersecurity professionals at every stage.

Event Details:
📅 Date: March 13, Friday
🕕 Time: 6:00–8:00 PM EST
📍 Location: Neat Bird Chicken & Whiskey
565 Belaire Avenue, Chesapeake, VA 23320
🔗 RSVP: Meetup | Eventbrite

What's better than meeting new people over a beer? We welcome the 'cool introverts', securing the digital future.

03/06/2026

NORFOLK AND FRIENDS:

What: Norfolk Cybersecurity Networking & Happy Hour

When: Multiple dates - Choose via Eventbrite

Location: the OV Beach Tavern: 9659 1st View St, Norfolk, VA 23503

Time: 6:00 - 9:00 P.M.

Make new friends while also expanding your local cybersecurity network.

Cybersecurity Networking, Mentoring, & Great Food @ The OV Beach Tavern in Norfolk.

03/02/2026

Just a friendly reminder that our next ISSA-HR Monthly Meeting is coming up on Tues, March 3. We’re excited about this session and hope to see you there.

This month’s topic is AI Poisoning: How Data Manipulation Undermines AI. Kenn Jensen will walk us through how artificial intelligence systems can be corrupted when attackers feed them misleading or malicious data.

Be sure to RSVP by clicking the link below ⬇️

LLM Data Poisoning 101: BY Kenn Jensen

02/24/2026

Information Security and Cybersecurity pros, come out and meet some new people.

Have a night out on the town. Meet new people with similar interests. We love connecting with people who have similar interests.

What's better than meeting new people over a beer? We welcome the 'cool introverts', securing the digital future.

02/12/2026

Are you looking to meet new people who share your interests? Whether you're thinking about entering cybersecurity, have recently entered the field, or are a seasoned pro, we welcome you to join us for an evening of networking and fun.

Meet us on Friday, February 20, 2026 at Neat Bird, 565 Belaire Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23320 🕕 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM

What's better than meeting new people over a beer? We welcome the 'cool introverts', securing the digital future.

01/16/2026

📅 Upcoming Events:

Chesapeake Weekend Afternoon Networking (WAN)Jackson
Date: Friday, Jan 16th ; 6pm-8pm
Location: Neat Bird
565 Belaire Avenue Chesapeake, VA 23320
https://lnkd.in/eDuAHUyB

Norfolk Cybersecurity Networking
Date: Tuesday, Jan 20th ; 6pm-9pm
Location: The OV Beach Tavern
9659 1st View Street Norfolk, VA 23503
https://lnkd.in/e5gp5WKE