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IMPORTANT LOCATION UPDATE FOR THE CSC USER GROUP

Next week’s CSC User Group is moving to Netrality Data Centers in downtown Houston.

Thursday, October 29, 2026
6:30pm–9:00pm
Netrality Data Centers
1301 Fannin St, Floor 1
Houston, TX 77002

All other event details remain the same. Current registrants have already received a notification through Eventbrite, and the event listing has been updated with the new location.

Please share this update with anyone planning to attend, and make sure you head to Netrality Data Centers on Thursday evening.

Learn more and register:
https://t.co/jMQuJUPzdB

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#CYBRSECCommunity, LLC. proudly manages the operations and programming of #CYBRSECCareers and affiliated events through a long-standing event services contract. While we do not own #CYBRSECCareers, we are honored to support its growth and success as a trusted management partner. All branding, ownership, and intellectual property for #CYBRSECCareers remain with its original creators and rights holders.

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Cybersecurity work is not disappearing, but the employment landscape is changing.

New research examined by #CYBRSECMedia found that cybersecurity job postings fell 26.4% during the first nine months of 2026 compared with the same period in 2025. Nine of 10 cybersecurity fields experienced declines, while only 9.5% of postings were classified as entry-level.

The findings raise important questions for professionals, students, employers, and industry leaders: How do we create credible pathways for newcomers, help current practitioners continue developing their skills, and prepare the workforce for a market increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence?

This is also why opportunities for hands-on learning, knowledge sharing, mentorship, and meaningful professional connections remain so important across the cybersecurity community.

Read “Cybersecurity Job Postings Plunge 26% Across 9 of 10 Fields as AI Reshapes Hiring”:
https://t.co/zolxBxwgvQ

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One week ago today, #CYBRSECCommunity Co-Founder and CEO Michael Farnum joined members of Houston’s technology community at the ISACA Greater Houston Chapter 2026 Fall Conference, hosted by SheLeadsTech.

The conference brought professionals and students together for a full day of learning, connection, and conversations spanning cybersecurity, IT audit and assurance, risk and governance, leadership, professional development, emerging technologies, and artificial intelligence.

Events like this strengthen our community by creating space for people to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and build relationships across organizations and areas of expertise.

Thank you to the ISACA Greater Houston Chapter, SheLeadsTech, the speakers, sponsors, and everyone who helped make the conference possible. Congratulations on a successful event!

#ISACAGreaterHouston #SheLeadsTech #SheLeadsTheFuture #CYBRSECEvents #Cybersecurity #ITAudit #GRC #Leadership #WomenInTech #HoustonTech

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You do not have to be in Houston to support the future of cybersecurity.

On November 5, #CYBRSECCareers will bring the community together at Saint Arnold Brewing Company for Cards for a Cause, a fundraising event supporting scholarships, mentorship, youth cybersecurity education, and career-building opportunities for students and veterans.

If you cannot attend in person, you can still make a meaningful difference:
• Donate directly to the cause
• Become a sponsor
• Share the event with your network
• Personally invite a friend who may want to attend or support the mission

Every contribution, introduction, invitation, and share helps connect more aspiring cybersecurity professionals with the resources and opportunities they need to move forward.

Learn more, purchase tickets, donate, or explore sponsorship opportunities:
https://t.co/1W4xsv9UGn

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#CYBRSECCommunity, LLC. proudly manages the operations and programming of #CYBRSECCareers and affiliated events through a long-standing event services contract. While we do not own #CYBRSECCareers, we are honored to support its growth and success as a trusted management partner. All branding, ownership, and intellectual property for #CYBRSECCareers remain with its original creators and rights holders.

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What happens when artificial intelligence becomes an active participant in the security tabletop?

In Episode 10 of #CYBRMinded, Dr. Dustin Sachs sits down with Craig Wood, Founder and Principal of PSY Logistics Technology Partners, to examine how time pressure, competing priorities, and organizational culture shape real-world security decisions.

Their conversation highlights an important reason cybersecurity professionals need opportunities to learn together: effective security requires more than policies and tools. It requires trust, communication, cross-functional collaboration, and an environment where the secure choice is also a practical one.

Watch this clip for a preview of the conversation, then find the complete episode on #CYBRSECMedia:
https://t.co/pKxYCO81dU

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What does it take to build a cybersecurity conference, grow a community, and keep creating opportunities year after year?

In a newly released episode of the HackerProof HQ podcast, #CYBRSECCommunity Co-Founder and CEO Michael Farnum shares the story behind the events and the people they bring together.

Michael discusses his journey from cybersecurity practitioner to community builder, the early challenges of securing venues and funding conferences, and the evolution of HOU.SEC.CON. into #CYBRSECCON. He also explores cybersecurity education, career development, artificial intelligence, AI governance, Houston’s growing technology ecosystem, and what the future may hold for the community.

The conversation offers an inside look at the work behind creating events that connect practitioners, students, leaders, researchers, emerging professionals, and technology organizations.

Thank you to the HackerProof HQ team for inviting Michael to share his experience and helping spotlight Houston’s cybersecurity and technology communities.

Watch the complete episode:
https://t.co/EiRjbvb5Rs

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What happens to Capture the Flag competitions when artificial intelligence can identify vulnerabilities and solve challenges faster than a human working manually?

In the newest episode of #CYBRHAKCAST, #CYBRSECCommunity Co-Founder and CEO Michael Farnum and #CYBRHAKCON partner Phillip Wylie sit down with Jacob Krell of Suzu Labs to explore how AI is changing CTF competitions, vulnerability discovery, and the skills hackers need to compete.

Their conversation also examines the growing role of deception technology, why human judgment still matters, and what these changes could mean for the future of hands-on cybersecurity learning.

These are the kinds of technical questions and real-world challenges at the heart of #CYBRHAKCON: breaking, building, testing, and learning together.

Watch this clip, then find the complete episode on #CYBRSECMedia:
https://t.co/p3ss9pzEji

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Your next cybersecurity connection could be waiting at the next #CYBRSECCareers User Group.

Join us next week for an evening of learning, conversation, and community featuring William Little, Software & Platform Engineer at WebPros.

Whether you want to exchange ideas, ask questions, expand your professional network, or reconnect with members of Houston’s cybersecurity community, this is an opportunity to be part of the conversation.

Register, share the invitation, and bring a colleague.

Thursday, October 29
6:30pm–9:00pm
The Innovation Hub | Houston

Register: https://t.co/d3jp4s2Mdl

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#CYBRSECCommunity, LLC. proudly manages the operations and programming of #CYBRSECCareers and affiliated events through a long-standing event services contract. While we do not own #CYBRSECCareers, we are honored to support its growth and success as a trusted management partner. All branding, ownership, and intellectual property for #CYBRSECCareers remain with its original creators and rights holders.

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What developments in cybersecurity are creating the most excitement right now?

For our Co-Founder and CEO of #CYBRSECCommunity, Michael Farnum, one answer is AI governance: not only determining what an AI tool is permitted to do, but also understanding what it is being asked to do and how it behaves.

Victoria, Partner and GRC Lead at HackerProof HQ, caught up with Michael for a preview of their broader conversation about cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, career development, community building, and the future of the industry.

The complete HackerProof HQ episode featuring Michael arrives tomorrow, Wednesday, October 21.

Stay tuned!

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Get ready for #CYBRHAKCON with official gear from the #CYBRSECCommunity Swag Store.

Explore the #CYBRHAKCON collection, featuring polos, T-shirts, hoodies, tumblers, mugs, and more for hackers who love to break, build, learn, and share.

The online store also includes merchandise representing #CYBRSECCON, #OTSECCON, #EXECSECCON, #CYBRSECMedia, and the broader #CYBRSECCommunity.

Assemble your gear. Rep the community.

Shop the #CYBRHAKCON collection:
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Sponsorship opportunities for #CYBRHAKCON 2027 are now open!

Developed in partnership with legendary penetration tester, educator, author, and podcast host Phillip Wylie, CYBR.HAK.CON. is a technical, hands-on cybersecurity conference created for people who love to break, build, learn, and share.

More than 250 ethical hackers, penetration testers, red teamers, security researchers, AppSec professionals, security engineers, blue teamers, CTF competitors, students, cybersecurity leaders, and other members of the hacker community are expected to join us for practitioner-led technical talks, live demonstrations, interactive Villages, challenges, hands-on learning, and meaningful connections.

We are proud to recognize our confirmed 2027 sponsors:
• CyberOne, Purple Sponsor
• ThreatLocker, Blue Sponsor

Interested organizations can use the Exhibitor Portal to log in or create a profile, create or select a Company Profile, access the 2027 Sponsorship Prospectus, explore available opportunities, and submit an application.

Explore sponsorship opportunities:
https://t.co/8gOpNcz3cR

Thursday, February 25, 2027
Irving Convention Center | Irving, Texas

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The signal is live.

Tickets for #CYBRHAKCON 2027 are now available!

Created by and for the hacker community, CYBR.HAK.CON. brings together builders, breakers, defenders, and learners for a day of technical education, hands-on experiences, new ideas, and meaningful connections.

Whether you are an aspiring ethical hacker building your skills or an experienced practitioner ready to dig deeper, this is your invitation to join the community in Irving.

Thursday, February 25, 2027
Irving Convention Center
Irving, Texas

Secure your ticket:
https://t.co/snEDp4QQN6

The characters are assembling. The signal is getting stronger. More #CYBRHAKCON announcements are coming soon.

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Join Xage Security, Copia Automation, #OTSECCON, and #CYBRSECCommunity for an exclusive Executive Mixer following Day 1 of the API Cybersecurity Conference!

We're bringing together oil & gas cybersecurity, OT, and operations leaders for an evening of drinks, networking, and candid conversations about the challenges facing critical infrastructure security. From Zero Trust and privileged access to threat containment and operational resilience, this is your chance to exchange ideas, share experiences, and connect with industry peers who understand the unique challenges of securing critical operations.

📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Hearsay on the Waterway | The Woodlands, TX

Space is limited! Don't miss your chance to connect with fellow industry leaders. Secure your spot today! https://t.co/NpKLyN4sod

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Houston’s technology community will come together in just 3 days for the ISACA Greater Houston Chapter 2026 Fall Conference, hosted by SheLeadsTech.

We are pleased to help spread the word about this full-day conference, which will welcome women and men, members and non-members, students, and professionals at every career stage.

Attendees can explore sessions covering cybersecurity, IT audit and assurance, risk and governance, leadership and professional development, emerging technologies, and AI, while connecting with professionals from across the Houston technology community and earning CPE credits.

The conference is almost here. If these conversations align with your work, interests, or professional goals, register now and join ISACA Greater Houston and SheLeadsTech this Friday.

Friday, October 16, 2026
8:30am–4:30pm CT
Houston City College – West Loop Campus
5601 West Loop South, Houston, TX 77081

View the conference details and register:
https://t.co/dLXX8cwZ5r

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Your plans for November 5? Sorted.

#CYBRSECCareers is bringing the cybersecurity community together for Cards for a Cause, an evening of casino-style games, dinner, networking, and support for the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

If you are in Houston, make a night of it. Bring your friends, invite your colleagues, and reconnect with the people who make this community stronger. Tickets start at $25, with additional admission options available.

Thursday, November 5, 2026
6:00pm–9:00pm
Saint Arnold Brewing Company
Houston, Texas

Not in Houston? You can still participate from anywhere:
• Donate directly to support #CYBRSECCareers programs
• Share the fundraiser with friends and colleagues
• Send the event to someone in the Houston area
• Introduce a business or organization that may want to sponsor or support the mission

Proceeds from Cards for a Cause will support cybersecurity scholarships, youth education through #YOUTHSECCON, and mentorship opportunities for students and veterans.

Purchase tickets:
https://t.co/DiEjhDhRNv

Donate from anywhere:
https://t.co/ZwIu682cFc

Sponsor the event:
https://t.co/ulzkd2srE9

However you participate, you can help create more pathways into cybersecurity.

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#CYBRSECCommunity, LLC. proudly manages the operations and programming of #CYBRSECCareers and affiliated events through a long-standing event services contract. While we do not own #CYBRSECCareers, we are honored to support its growth and success as a trusted management partner. All branding, ownership, and intellectual property for #CYBRSECCareers remain with its original creators and rights holders.

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Meet some of the people behind #CYBRSECCON 2026.

Bringing thousands of cybersecurity professionals, students, speakers, exhibitors, sponsors, and community members together requires months of planning, coordination, creativity, and collaboration.

From left to right: George Hume (#CYBRSECMedia Contributor), Bill Brenner (VP and Editor-in-Chief of #CYBRSECMedia), Sydney Hirt (Crew Manager), Sam Van Ryder (Co-Founder and EVP of Content), Lauren Andrus (VP of Marketing), Shanille Gould (Crew Manager), Mary DiFiore-Smith (Program Director), Michael Farnum (Co-Founder and CEO), Andy Ellis (Partner), Gary Leibowitz (EVP of Partnerships), and Rich McCrohan (Sponsorship Director).

This group represents just some of the many people whose work made #CYBRSECCON possible. Together with our Crew Members, speakers, sponsors, exhibitors, experience partners, and broader #CYBRSECCommunity, they helped bring two full days of cybersecurity education, hands-on experiences, and meaningful connections to life.

The work continues, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back to Houston for #CYBRSECCON 2027 on September 22–23!

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Strong cybersecurity communities are built through consistent opportunities to connect, exchange ideas, and support one another.

Join us for the next #CYBRSECCommunity User Group on October 29 in Houston. Cybersecurity professionals, students, and enthusiasts of all experience levels are invited to meet members of the community, build new relationships, and continue learning together.

Thursday, October 29, 2026
6:30–9:00 p.m.
Houston, Texas

Thank you to Allthenticate and Invincible for sponsoring this month’s gathering and helping make this community event possible.

Learn more and register:
https://t.co/1bt6kG8W1U

#Cybersecurity #InfoSec #CybersecurityEvents #CybersecurityNetworking #HoustonEvents #HoustonCybersecurity

#CYBRSECCommunity, LLC. proudly manages the operations and programming of #CYBRSECCareers and affiliated events through a long-standing event services contract. While we do not own #CYBRSECCareers, we are honored to support its growth and success as a trusted management partner. All branding, ownership, and intellectual property for #CYBRSECCareers remain with its original creators and rights holders.

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Some of the most memorable moments at #CYBRSECCON happened when attendees stepped beyond the sessions and became part of the experience.

They picked locks, explored hardware and HAM radio, tested their skills through Capture the Flag and OSINT challenges, experimented with AI and OT technology, discovered new books, met authors, and tried something new.

At the center of the Exhibit Hall, Grayson’s Village brought multiple interactive activities together in one highly visible space. The OT Village and #CYBRHAKCON AI Village offered dedicated environments where attendees could explore specialized technologies, simulations, workshops, and challenges.

These experiences were made possible by the organizations and people who contributed their resources, expertise, time, and energy:
• Intezer and ServiceNow sponsored the Book Store & Lounge, creating a space to discover new ideas, meet authors, and continue the conversation.
• Tenable sponsored Grayson’s Village, featuring lock picking, phishing, hardware hacking, HAM radio, Behavioral Cyber Risk, Capture the Flag, OSINT, and the CYBR Brick Village.
• Kasm Workspaces and Labshock sponsored the OT Village, which included the ICS Village, OT Simulation Village, and OT Hacking Kit.
• Xage Security sponsored the #CYBRHAKCON AI Village, featuring vulnerable LLMs, AI swarms, and hands-on workshops.

Special thanks to Adnan Naseem for helping attendees understand what lock picking is all about and why it offers valuable lessons for cybersecurity.

Congratulations to E. Cowboy and all the challenge and prize winners who put their skills to the test!

To every sponsor, experience partner, presenter, Crew Member, and attendee who participated, asked questions, accepted a challenge, or tried something new: Thank you for making #CYBRSECCON 2026 something to experience.

Save the date for #CYBRSECCON 2027, returning to Houston September 22–23, 2027.

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Behind every #CYBRSECCON experience is a team of people working to make it possible.

Before the doors opened and throughout two full days of the conference, our Crew Members were there setting up spaces, welcoming attendees, answering questions, supporting sessions, solving problems, and helping keep everything moving.

Their time, energy, flexibility, and dedication helped bring #CYBRSECCON 2026 to life.

To every Crew Member who showed up for the conference and the community: Thank you. We could not have done it without you!

Recognize a Crew Member in this video? Tell us who you spotted in the comments and help us celebrate their contributions.

Save the date for #CYBRSECCON 2027, returning to Houston September 22–23, 2027.

Interested in joining the team? Crew Member applications for #CYBRSECCON 2027 will open in summer 2027. Follow our social media channels for application details and other opportunities to participate.

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Every #CYBRSECCON presentation began long before a speaker stepped onto the stage.

It began with years of experience, lessons learned, ideas tested, and time spent preparing to share something meaningful with our community.

More than 150 speakers joined us at #CYBRSECCON 2026, contributing their expertise through keynotes, technical sessions, panels, workshops, and conversations spanning the many areas shaping cybersecurity today.

They challenged assumptions, introduced new perspectives, shared practical guidance, and created opportunities for attendees to learn directly from people doing the work.

To every speaker who gave their time, knowledge, and energy to #CYBRSECCON: Thank you. Your contributions shaped the conversations that took place in Houston and gave attendees ideas they could carry back to their organizations and communities.

Missed a presentation or want to revisit one? Watch the #CYBRSECCON 2026 keynote and speaker session videos from #CYBRSECMedia:
https://t.co/BIgnZaHhYr

Was there a speaker or session that stayed with you? Tell us about it in the comments!

Then save the date for the next #CYBRSECCON, returning to Houston September 22–23, 2027.

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