Lehigh Valley

This Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) Chapter is a local community of professionals dedicated to advancing cloud security, AI governance, and resilient infrastructure. As a cornerstone of CSA’s global network, we empower local leaders to address the most pressing challenges in our industry, from securing the Agentic control plane to navigating Zero Trust architectures. Our mission is to foster a vendor-neutral space for collaboration, where security practitioners, researchers, and business leaders unite to turn global research into local action.

Our chapter serves as a hub for professional development, knowledge exchange, and community-led innovation. Through a mix of networking events, technical workshops, and executive briefings, our members gain direct insights into CSA's latest research, including the Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM) and the AI Controls Matrix (AICM). We are committed to closing industry skill gaps through mentorship, peer-to-peer learning, and advocacy for ethical, secure, and innovative cloud and AI practices.

We host educational sessions and community events that translate CSA’s global research into real-world applications. Our chapter provides pathways for members to enhance their expertise through industry-recognized certifications like the Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), the Certificate of Cloud Zero Trust (CCZT), and the Trusted AI Systems Engineer (TAISE) certification. By participating, members gain access to a trusted network actively shaping the future of AI governance, identity management, and cloud resilience in our region and beyond.

Whether you are a security practitioner, AI researcher, student, or industry partner, there are many ways to engage with our chapter. To join the chapter, please visit our LinkedIn page and request to join, HERE. You can also attend our events, volunteer for local projects, or contribute to CSA’s research initiatives. To contact the chapter leaders directly, please fill out the form at the bottom of the page. To discuss how you can contact or work with multiple chapters, you may contact our Chapter Relations Manager, Billy Toney, at [email protected]. Together, we are building a more secure and trustworthy cloud and AI ecosystem for our community.