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Sisters Code - New Technology/Coding Organization: Looking for Web Developers, Graphic Designer, and Instructional Designer

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Hello All,

I'm excited to announce that my global organization "Sisters Code," will launch this summer in Detroit in partnership with Microsoft Corporation! Sisters Code's mission is educate, empower, and entice women (including ALL ethnic/socio-economic groups) ages 25 - 85 to explore the world of coding and technology. I am offering a "weekend website warrior" program where the participants will learn to create a website in two days. We will also offer a "computer 101" class the day before, for those who need the basics. We will also offer: advanced classes, hands-on experience opportunities, technology career assistance and STEM News!

Although Microsoft is sponsoring the initial event (which will be free for the participants,) I need your help! I am putting together a "curriculum" advisory team and need the following expertise:

1. Two Web Developers with expertise in HTML and Java Script
2. One or Two Graphic Designers
3. Someone with expertise in instructional/curriculum design

I believe this dynamic team could meet a few times, and create an amazing program - so it won't take up much of your time!

I am going to open up registration for the pilot (held in June) and the launch (held in August), so let me know if you or someone you know may be interested as the classes are limited to 20 women. ***We already have interest from corporations and organizations in other states and countries, so we will need trainers willing to travel and teach***.Will keep you posted on that!

This is going to be an amazing - please consider joining the movement that will "transform lives!"

Let me know if you have any questions!

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May's MiSec

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For May 2013

Capture the Flag. CTF. Few things inspire as much dread and yet bring back memories of as much fun as those three little letters. CTF.

As many of you know, MiSec has been playing CTFs for some time. We have done CTF workshops. We have held mini competitions. Baby CTFs. First steps. But now we are ready to take the big leap.

In conjunction with the BSides Chicago crew, MiSec announces the first ever cross-city and cross-con CTF. The competition starts tomorrow in Chicago. It ends June 8th in Detroit. Competitors can play along online, or join us at BSides Chicago and BSides Detroit. Fun will be had.

For more details, please see ...

Chicago challenges: http://securechicago.org/ctf
BSides Joint Task Force: https://twitter.com/bsjtf

Game play begins tomorrow after Chicago's opening ceremonies. See you on the grid.

Royal Oak - Thursday, May 9th

Your monthly dose of BSides
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May's MiSec meeting will be on Thursday, May 9th, at 7 pm. Last month, Steven Legg tackled Windows hardening. This month, we get the other side of the story. Mark Stanislav is presenting Core Linux Security: 0-Day Isn't Everything.

Abstract: When discussion on hardening Linux systems occurs, usually someone will swear by a single feature or application to 'save the day'. In reality, a mesh of complimentary technologies, most of which are built-in or easily installable on a Linux box, is the best way to go. Defense in depth is more than marketing lingo, it's a way of life for actual information security. Come see some of the technologies you may have ignored, never knew existed, or just weren't fully leveraging in some helpful ways to add layered security to your next Linux deployment.

Thursday, May 9th, 7-9 PM
4815 Delemere Avenue
Royal Oak, MI 48073

The talk will be streamed.

Ypsilanti - Thursday, May 16th

Great Lakes InfraGard Conference
By Michigan InfraGard

At the 2013 Great Lakes InfraGard Conference leaders in their industries will discuss trends relating to risks to critical infrastructure with a focus on the intersection between efforts to protect these assets. This conference provides 4 session tracks featuring dynamic speakers who are experts in their fields.

Keynote speakers:

Improving Critical Infrastructure Cyber Security, by Barbara L McQuade, United States Attorney, Eastern District of Michigan.

Gone In 60 Seconds! Chris Roberts, Founder, CISO & Chief Geek of One World Labs.

MiSec regulars Mark Stanislav and J Wolfgang Goerlich are also giving breakout sessions. Mark is covering Linux security, and Wolfgang is presenting a case study on securing financial services data.

Visit the event website and register today!

Thursday, May 16th
Ann Arbor Marriott at Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest
Ypsilanti, MI

ISSA - May 2013

Information System Security Association

North Oakland ISSA is the second Wednesday of the month.
Motor City ISSA is the third Thursday of the month.

Get involved

Here are some links to get involved with the local community. These includes the recordings from BSides Detroit 12 and past #misec meetups.

BSides Detroit: Website | YouTube | Twitter
#misec: Website | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn
Drop us an email ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) with your Michigan information security meetup, challenge, event, or idea. We will get you into the newsletter.