We are a group of computer security, forensics and compliance professionals based in the Tri-State area meeting to discuss the latest trends in threats and responses as well as what to do when attacked.

We are a group of pen-testers that love what we do (who doesn't?!). We meetup every month to discuss the latest techniques in pentesting. So if you love making sure security products practice "Truth in advertising" this is a group for you. We like to meet at least once a month (if not more). Depending on the topic/meetup we can have one or multiple speakers and maybe even a CTF tournament. Meetups follow hacker tradition with free Beer and Pizza for all.  Remember this is a community built b …

Would you like to participate in a community of Web Developers, Graphic Designers, and Programmers to share tips and tricks, discuss CSS, PHP, XML, Web Standards, Illustrator, internet security, Photoshop, logo design, SEO, writing proposals and contracts, project managment and other related topics? Goals: *List meetings/ events for other local programmer/ developer groups and conferences: hidden tech, western mass developers, .net, NAYP, western mass drupal group. *host graphic design wor …

The group is centered on developing web sites and blogs using Wordpress as a CMS. Discussion will include Wordpress theme development, plugins, security, hosting, and we'll work to integrate the group with WordCamp sessions in NYC as they arise.

Connect with other Wordpress users and web developers. The NYC Wordpress Roundtable MeetUp will focus on using Wordpress for business, marketing, or other informational and personal use. Topics to be focused on: Wordpress Development and Customization Web Site Hosting Interoperability Security Design WP Monetization and eCommerce intergration Marketing and Advertising your WP site Lessons learned and pitfalls to avoid! WP Support Network Key group features will include: Strategic roundtable d …

Join to experience the power of the Cisco Cius, with tips and tricks on usage, infrastructure and business improvements via the Cius. First-hand interaction with IT and business users across the board, including security, VDI, Android and more.  Twitter: @CiusNYC Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Cius-User-Group/135218316554848  

Data is all the rage these days, often presented as the next big trend in the evolution of the Web, and the next big opportunity for internet entrepreneurs. This Meetup focuses on the business aspects of the data revolution: startup opportunities, new products, business models, funding trends, emerging players, and ways for existing startups to leverage their data. Technical aspects will also occasionally be discussed, but attendees do not need to have a technical background. While hosted at Blo …

… exits - in networking, security and enterprise software. We are actively seeking co-organizers to help steer this effort in the most effective way.

Meet with other NYC IT Professionals and Hackers. We are gathering this monthly meetup to discuss our DCNYC group that has been formed to bring together minds to talk about building things, solving problems, breaking things and securing our networks. Ethical & Black Hat hacking in today's world is almost one in the same. We want our meetup to be about sharing tips, networking, and talking shop! Come all as this is an open invite to anyone who wants to learn and have fun.

Welcome to New York CISCO networking technologies MeetUp group. This is the meeting venue for everyone who lives and breathes the technology. We are passionate about what we do, and we are always eager to improve ourselves. Whether you are just starting out or possess decades of experience as a CCNA or CCIE, no matter which field you are specializing in, routing & switching, security, voice, wireless, this is the place to interact with other industry practitioners, exchange knowledge, exchange t …

SeedingIT is an organization dedicated to building community between entrepreneurs and investors. We host 2 types of events: collaborative brainstorming sessions and get togethers. Our group is open ONLY to serious entrepreneurs and investors and is by invitation or application only. Our goal is to help people advance their startups and secure funding on a level playing field and in a stress free environment. Our BootStorming Sessions allow anyone to pitch an idea to the group and get group fe …

… Clean/green technology, cloud/SaaS computing, mobile platforms, web2.0/social networking, managed hosting/data centers, enterprise challenges, mobile app opportunities, and related topics in cost-management, revenue re-generation, investor management, start-up/bridge funding, accounting, legal issues, real estate, HR, global bizdev MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE ABOUT PARTICIPATION IN SILICON ALLEY COUNCIL: Please post YOUR OWN updated, clear HEADSHOT, & your own FULL NAME Be clear in your profile about yo …

Welcome to the NY Tech Networking Roundtable (NYTNR).  NYTNR is an amazing networking event to bring entrepreneurs, startups, engineers, developers,  investors, innovators, job-seekers, service providers and sponsors of the New York's tech community together at one big table. NYTNR is one of the most innovative networking events in New York City. Meet up to 40 professionals personally. We will limit each event to 40 people max so you will have the opportunity to connect to  everyone. …

Get hands-on experience! Not just information about Virtualization, iSCSI, EC2, Hyper9, management, security, high availability, Vmotion, Storage Vmotion but also information on using existing whitebox hardware for testing VMware and Hyper-V versions. Hands-on with VMware and iSCSI SANs and discussions on deploying for cost-cutting and/or performance improvement. I'll bring VMware laptops with a gig network for our use. New! Eucalyptus on Ubuntu!

OpenStack is a collection of open source technology products delivering a scalable, secure, standards-based cloud computing software solution.  It is used by corporations, service providers, VARS, SMBs, researchers, and global data centers looking to deploy large-scale cloud deployments for private or public clouds leveraging the support and resulting technology of a global open source community. Join us in discussions from users perspectives on OpenStack and cloud computing in general.  Once a …

The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) is a 501c3 not-for-profit worldwide charitable organization focused on improving the security of application software. Our mission is to make application security visible, so that people and organizations can make informed decisions about true application security risks. Everyone is free to participate in OWASP and all of our materials are available under a free and open software license.