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VISION
To be a cybersecurity hub for all of Northern Virginia, where both active and aspiring professionals can gather to help establish a cybersecurity community of interest.

MISSION
To serve our members by providing opportunities for continuous learning across a wide range of cybersecurity, risk management, information assurance and workforce topics while fostering an environment of “community”.

Meet our Officers of the Board

PRESIDENT

Patrick Thompson

Patrick was elected as the Second Chapter President at our Chapter Meeting held on January 9th, 2020.

MEMBERSHIP

James Ruffin

James was elected as the Chapter Membership VP at our Chapter Meeting held on January 9th, 2020.

TREASURER

Robert Schwart

Robert was elected as the Chapter Treasurer at our Chapter Meeting held on January 9th, 2020.

SECRETARY

James Simonetti

James was elected as the Chapter Secretary at our Chapter Meeting held on January 9th, 2020.

PAST PRESIDENT

Dan Waddell

Dan is the Chapter founder and served as the first president for two years, starting in 2018. He then departed his role as president on January 9th, 2020. He continues to support the activities of the Chapter behind the scenes.

Additional Directors and Volunteers

Marouane Balmakhtar Director of Technology
Mark Hilburger Director of Facilities
India Donald Social Media Manager
Rosalyn Julio Outreach
Mike Schank Webmaster/Admin
TJ Hanton Web Developer

VISION To be a cybersecurity hub for all of Northern Virginia, where both active and aspiring professionals can gather to help establish a cybersecurity community of interest.

MISSION To serve our members by providing opportunities for continuous learning across a wide range of cybersecurity, risk management, information assurance and workforce topics while fostering an environment of “community”.