National Cyber Security Awareness Month
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month
Cybersecurity Awareness Month – observed every October – was developed with the purpose of raising awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and ensure that all individuals and organizations have the information and tools they need to be safer and more secure. This year, our campus is focusing on the next generation of security through AI usage. Cybersecurity can seem overwhelming, but remember, there are many ways to keep your data and online presence protected. Whether on the job, at home or at school, you can make a huge difference – now and in the future. Throughout the month of October, SJSU IT, in collaboration with the SJSU Big Data and Cybersecurity Center, will host events that include guest speakers and contests with swags and prizes. Please read all about the events below!
Events
Activities
CSU-Wide Poster Contest
Final Registration Date: September 22, 2024
Details: Cal Poly Pomona is hosting a CSU-Wide poster contest! eligible students will receive prizes for 5th place and up. They anticipate cash prizes to be available. For more information on this contest, and important deadlines, please navigate here to learn more!
SJSU Hackathon
Date: October 25th | 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Virtual, In-Person Options TBD
Details: A team-based hackathon will be hosted on campus, in collaboration with the SJSU IT Security Dept., Silicon Valley Center for AI and Cybersecurity, and the SJSU Cyber Intelligence and Security Club. Any CSU student is eligible to participate. To sign up for the event please sign up here!
To attend online, please join here!
Webinars & Presentations
K.O. Orias | How to Thrive in Cyber: From Chipotle to CEO
Date: September 5th | 11:30am - 2:00pm
Details: Join us for an engaging session that pulls back the curtain on the cybersecurity industry, providing a clear and practical understanding of the various domains and specialties within the field. Participants will discover the habits and practices that are crucial for thriving in corporate technology, ensuring you're not just another candidate but a standout professional. To sign up and learn more, please visit this website.
FBI | Internships & Careers
Date: October 16th | 1:00pm
Details: F.B.I. Employee Panel & Information Session, L.A. County F.B.I. Agents will talk
with students about employment and the process with the bureau. Please visit this website for more information.
Capstone Project : Security awareness
Date: October 16th | 2:00pm
Details: Graduate student James Piedrasanta, CompTIA's Chief Technology Evangelist, Dr. James
Stanger, and Unisys CISO, Gary Landau will talk about Improving security awareness
for college students. Please visit this website for more information.
Cybersecurity Awareness & AI Workshop
Date: October 15th | 2:00PM,
Location: King Library Room 225
Details: All SJSU Students are invited to attend a cybersecurity workshop given by Dr. Tonia San Nicolas-Rocca in partnership with the Cyber Intelligence & Security Club and the WiCyS SJSU Student Chapter. Please sign up using this form!
AI - Information security with IBM
Date: October 16th | 3:00pm
Details: IBM will lead a discussion on the current state of information security within artificial
intelligence, and future projections. Please visit this website for more information.
Stay Safe Online
Date: October 18th | 3:00pm
Details: Edward Ho (Cal State LA ISO) cybersecurity tips to keep you safe online while surfing
the internet. Please register here.
FBI Presentation
Date: October 25th | 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Location: Clark Hall 322 and on Zoom
Details: The Silicon Valley Center for AI and Cybersecurity, in partnership with the SJSU Cyber Intelligence and Security Club, is hosting a cybersecurity presentation featuring two representatives from the FBI San Francisco Field Office. The event will cover topics including an overview of the FBI, job opportunities, and recruitment. To attend this event, please sign up here!
For attendees: please join using this zoom link.
Presenters:
Assistant Special Agent In-Charge (name purposely redacted)
Monireh Misaghi – Recruiter
