Cybersecurity Association of Maryland, Inc. (CAMI)

We had a fantastic time hosting our VIP reception to celebrate this year's award finalists! It was a great opportunity to connect with industry leaders and give them a sneak peek of the exciting changes we'll be announcing at the Awards Ceremony on September 19th. Stay tuned for more details!

It's that time again to make sure you cast your vote for the People's Choice Award! Current rankings are: Kathryn Poff, CISSP,GISP, Calvert County Government SOClogix Dan Sadler, Constellation Link to vote in the comments

The Cybersecurity Association of Maryland, Inc. Announces 2024 Cybersecurity Award Finalists An expert panel of 15 judges selected these finalists from more than 90 nominations. The “people’s choice” winners will also be selected by popular vote. For more information on these entrants, including people’s choice voting, please visit https://lnkd.in/dY4eRFS7.  Those looking to sponsor and attend CAMI’s Awards Ceremony can find more information here: https://lnkd.in/eVDqFxBJ Cybersecurity Champion of the Year Award Dan Sadler, Constellation Greg Rogers, Maryland Department of Information Technology Kyle Waggoner, Perdue Farms Cybersecurity Company to Watch Award RealmOne Shield 7 Consulting Synergy ECP Cybersecurity Defender of the Year Award Motorola Solutions Skyline Technology Solutions SOClogix Cybersecurity Diversity Trailblazer Award Black Cybersecurity Association Camelot Secure Towson University Center for Interdisciplinary & Innovative Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Innovation of the Year Award Camelot Secure CodeHunter Hive Pro Cyber Warrior Woman Award Kelly Hood, EVP / Cybersecurity Engineer, Optic Cyber Solutions Adele Merritt, Intelligence Community Chief Information Officer, Office of the Director of National Intelligence Kathryn Poff, CISSP,GISP, CISO/Deputy Director of Technology Services, Calvert County Government Government Contractor (<$50M) of the Year Award Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC BTS Eccalon, LLC Government Contractor ($50M+) of the Year Award RealmOne Sabre Systems Inc. Synergy ECP

RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eC9rpQdw Roll call! 📢 We'll be at BARCA Pier and Wine Bar in Alexandria on Thursday for our next Pop-up Happy Hour. RSVP and we'll save you a seat. Invite your friends and connect with other cyber professionals and enthusiasts.

You know we 💙 a good opportunity to #CelebrateExcellence. The Greater Maryland Better Business Bureau is accepting nominations for the prestigious BBB Torch Awards for Ethics through August 30. This award honors organizations whose leaders demonstrate a high level of personal character; ensure that the organization’s practices meet the highest standards of ethics; and consequently generate trust with its customers and the community.

Premium Members Mokxa Technologies and Optic Cyber Solutions are teaming up for a morning of #compliance conversation and networking. Join us in Columbia next Friday; registration in the comments.

Unfortunately, we won't be in Ocean City this week at Maryland Association of Counties' Summer Conference, but we hope you'll stop in to see some of our members and partners who will be speaking! 🌟 August 14, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM | SOLUTIONS SHOWCASE SESSIONS Effective Remediation Strategies for Addressing Cybersecurity Issues: A Practical Guide for State, County and Local Agencies - featuring Nish Thakker, (NXT) and Rob O'Connor (Comptroller of Maryland) 🌟August 14, 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM | DEEP DIVE SESSION Sentinels of the Digital Realm: AI's Role in Fortifying Cybersecurity - featuring Ted Pibil (ePlus inc.), Stephen Pereira (Calvert County Government), Greg Rogers (Maryland Department of Information Technology) and Tim Gilday (American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC)) 🌟August 15, 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM | SOLUTIONS SHOWCASE SESSIONS Rave Mobile Safety's Approach to Solving for a Safer MD - Hosted by Motorola Solutions

We are honored to announce the judges of our 8th Annual Cyber Awards. Our esteemed judges donate their time and expertise to make our Awards program successful. We couldn't do it without you! Donna Ruginski | Sally Kenyon Grant | BRUCE S. SPECTOR | Philip Niedermair “The price of Liberty is eternal vigilance.”| Ken Kurz | Justin Label | Kimberly Mentzell | Peg Mitchell | Adam Bixler | John Quigg | Gregg Smith | John Bruns | Diane M. Janosek, PhD, JD | Glenn Gerstell | Kyle Waggoner Stay tuned for our upcoming announcement of finalists. #CAMIAwards2024

We're excited to amplify the Maryland Department of Commerce's Innovation Investment Tax Credit,  a refundable income tax credit to qualified investors who invest in a Qualified Maryland Technology Company (QMTC). Next Tuesday, Guy Filippelli, Managing Partner of Squadra Ventures, will share his perspective as an investor and staff from the Department of Commerce will be available to answer questions. Registration link in the comments. #investment #Maryland #taxcredit

Cool off with CAMI at our next summer Pop-Up Happy Hour! This is a great opportunity to level up your networking and connect with security-minded leaders. The next one will be hosted at BARCA on August 22. Registration is open now: https://lnkd.in/eC9rpQdw