ISSA E-News: December 29th, 2008

In this Issue

Award Nominations Deadline Extension: January 15
Building Your Professional Value in Difficult Economic Times: ISSA On-Demand Web Conference
Building Your Professional Value: ISSA Resources
ISSA Journal Goes Green
ISSA Members Receive Special Discount for studISCope
ISSA Events
Industry Events

Award Nominations Deadline Extension: January 15

Fellow ISSA Members,

The deadline for submitting nominations for 2008 Award Recognition has been extended to January 15.

There are many individuals and organizations that devote considerable time, energy and resources to support ISSA chapters and our industry. We need your help to identify those most deserving of recognition. Please take the time to let us know who you would like to acknowledge and the Awards Committee will walk you through the process of writing up the nomination. The official nomination needs to be submitted by your chapter officers, CPAC representatives or an International Board member.

Award criteria can be found at http://issa.org/AwardCriteria

We want especially to thank those who have already sent us some very worthy candidates.

Thank You,

Ron Helsley CISSP
ISSA Awards Committee Chair
2008_Awards@ISSA.org

Building Your Professional Value in Difficult Economic Times: ISSA On-Demand Web Conference

With the economic news of the past several months, many of us are facing uncertainty in our employment futures. This on-demand web conference highlights strategies ISSA Members can use to build their professional value during these difficult times.

Speakers cover topics targeting individuals looking for new opportunities and those wishing to solidify their current employment roles. Members can expect to hear from industry experts on ways to articulate strengths and sharpen skills.

In addition, ISSA chapter leaders – Bob Brown, Central Virginia; Esther Czekalski, New England and Geoff Harris, UK – share their thoughts on trends in the profession and lead a discussion on the opportunities, resources & support ISSA members can utilize during these challenging economic times.

Members can register now to access this on-demand web conference: https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/898776858

Building Your Professional Value: ISSA Resources

ISSA Journal Goes Green

Beginning in January 2009, the ISSA Journal will be available in electronic format in addition to a paper version. Members can now opt-in to this new alternative by updating their profiles. Those who prefer the hard copy will continue to receive their usual copy unless they opt-in to e-delivery.

ISSA Members Receive Special Discount for studISCope

studISCope is (ISC)²®'s Official Online Self-Assessments for the CISSP® or SSCP®. It provides an actual simulation of the exam situation with knowledge gap assessment and personalized study plan to get ready for the CISSP or SSCP certifications.

studISCope helps candidates focus their study efforts more precisely and enhances their comfort level prior to sitting for the official certification exam. In partnership with (ISC)², it was developed by Express Certifications, to aid companies and individuals who are pursuing the CISSP or SSCP certifications by following a simple three-step process: assess, focus and certify.

Using the robust reporting features in studISCope such as Personalized SWOT analysis, Readiness By Knowledge Area, Learning Progress Indicators, one can determine the level of knowledge, focus their study efforts on areas that need their attention most and maximize their learning, thus shortening the Critical Path of Learning.

As an ISSA member you will receive a special 20% discount. For more information and the discount code, please visit ISSA's member discounts page.