ISC2 Toronto Chapter July 2026 Event
About this Event
Important Information: Please carefully read the entire event description. By purchasing a ticket, you agree to the liability waivers, food disclaimers, and City of Toronto facility agreements outlined below.
Ticket Requirement & Capacity Limits: Space is limited! To follow City of Toronto park regulations and make sure we order plenty of food for our guests, advance ticket purchase is required. Unfortunately, we will not be able to accept any drop-ins on the day of the event, so please be sure to secure your spot early.
Event Schedule
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Networking & Light Refreshments
- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: AMA Session #1: Cybersecurity Professionals
- 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Networking & Food
- 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM: AMA Session #2: Hiring Managers
- 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Open Networking
AMA Session Details
AMA Session #1: Cybersecurity Professionals
Topic: Hear directly from professionals who have successfully landed their current roles within the last 12 months. Discover what strategies worked, what pitfalls to avoid, and the decisive actions that helped them achieve their career goals.
Panelists:
- Bram Weitzman - Technical Service Provider, Jordan Engineering
- Vishal Arora - IAM Consultant, Deloitte Canada
- Nazar Halushko - NOC Admin, OpenText
- Idia Ihensekhien - NOC Admin, OpenText
- Janela Pangan - Cybersecurity Audit Officier, State Street
- Sara Lopez - Risk Analyst, RBC - AMA Moderator
AMA Session #2: Hiring Managers
Topic: Gain valuable insights from the other side of the table. Hiring managers will share their advice on how to get noticed, ace your interviews, and ultimately secure the job.
Panelists:
- Brian Martin - VP Operations and CISO (Incoming), Otekha Health
- Derek Lweinson - Manager of Cybersecurity, Dawson Partners
- Ciara P - Cyber Engagement Analyst, Government of Canada - AMA Moderator
CPE: Earn 2 CPEs for attending this event for attendees with ISC2 certifications, please make sure you provide your ISC2 member ID during checkout!
Chapter Member Pricing: All ticket proceeds go directly toward covering the costs of the event, including food and beverages. As a result, we are unable to offer discounted member pricing for this gathering.
Legal Disclaimers & Waivers
Code of Conduct
Professional behavior is expected at all times. If an attendee violates our code of conduct, event organizers will ask them to leave the picnic area immediately. As we are operating in a public space, we also reserve the right to contact Toronto Police if a situation escalates or compromises the safety of other attendees.
Photography & Video Release
By registering for this event, you grant the organizers permission to capture your image for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed by our official team, please inform an organizer upon arrival, and we will do our best to accommodate you. However, please note that High Park is a public space; therefore, we cannot control or guarantee that other attendees or general members of the public will not capture photographs or videos in which you may appear.
City of Toronto By-Laws
By attending this event at High Park, you agree to abide by all City of Toronto By-Laws regarding the use of its facilities. Please note that in accordance with City of Toronto By-Laws, the consumption of alcohol is strictly prohibited at High Park. This will be an alcohol-free event. For a complete list of applicable By-Laws, please refer to the City of Toronto website.
Liability Waiver
ISC2 Toronto Chapter and OWASP Toronto Chapter assume no responsibility or liability for any damages caused to High Park or City of Toronto property by attendees. Furthermore, the chapters are not liable for any personal injuries, loss, or damage sustained while attending or traveling to and from the event area.
Food & Allergen Disclaimer
We strive to provide a diverse selection of food sourced from various external vendors; however, we do not prepare these items ourselves. Please be advised that the food provided may contain or come into contact with common allergens, and we cannot guarantee the exact ingredients or preparation environments of any dish. Attendees are encouraged to use their own judgment. By consuming the food provided, you assume all associated risks, and the chapters assume no liability for allergic reactions, foodborne illnesses, or any other adverse health effects.
Updates to Event Policies
Please note that these disclaimers and event terms are subject to change at any time. We will do our best to promptly inform all current ticket holders of any updates.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 15.00
