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October 2025 ISC2 Alamo Chapter Meeting

  • October 02, 2025
  • 12:00 PM
  • Remote only

Registration

  • If you are a chapter member, please log into your account before registering. If you are not a chapter member, please proceed as a guest.
  • If you would like to sponsor this meeting, please choose this registration type.

    You will be entitled to the following:

    ● Organization logo display at sponsored Chapter meeting event and marketing
    ● Handout and personal engagement location at sponsored Chapter meeting
    ● Registrant + 1 free guest

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Please NOTE: This will be a remote only meeting.  

Welcome note, announcements and welcoming guests and chapter members by chapter president Vic Malloy.

Topic & Guest Speaker

Gonzalo De La Torre Parra

Will join us presenting on the challenges and future of Software Development Security

This talk will focus on Domain 8: Software Development Security


About the Speaker

Gonzalo De La Torre Parra - CEO of Safe AI LLC.

Will be covering the following:

An in-depth look at why entry-level developers struggle with secure coding and how Explainable AI (XAI) is poised to revolutionize the Application Security landscape.

Key Takeaways

1. Developer Skill Gap = Quantifiable Risk

  • New developers introduce vulnerabilities at a 72.1% incidence rate.
  • This creates measurable risk in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

2. Current Security Tools Fall Short

  • Detection tools identify flaws but fail to ensure effective fixes.
  • 56.2% of code remains vulnerable even after guided repair attempts.

3. Root Cause Matters

  • Developers struggle without clear, actionable explanations.
  • Flagging code lines is insufficient for true remediation and learning.

4. AI: A Double-Edged Sword

  • Generative AI accelerates development but often produces insecure code.
  • The real value: AI that teaches secure coding practices, not just code generation.

5. Future of AppSec = Explainable AI (XAI)

  • XAI integrated into workflows provides contextual insights.
  • Improves remediation accuracy by 18%+ and strengthens security culture.

Abstract

This presentation tackles one of the most persistent challenges in our industry: securing the software development lifecycle in an era of rapid development and a constant influx of new talent. We will explore recent empirical research that reveals why even the most advanced Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools are failing to prevent vulnerabilities from making it into production. The data shows that developers, especially those early in their careers, struggle not with identifying that a vulnerability exists, but with understanding why it exists and how to remediate it effectively.

Gonzalo De La Torre Parra, CEO of Safe AI LLC, will unpack this critical "explanatory deficit" in modern AppSec and introduce a new paradigm based on Explainable AI (XAI). This session moves beyond theory to demonstrate how AI-driven root-cause analysis can be integrated directly into the development workflow. Attendees will gain a practical understanding of how this approach transforms security tools from simple scanners into active mentors, significantly improving remediation success rates and fostering a more resilient security posture. This is a must-see for any leader focused on shifting security left and building a truly secure software development culture.


Meeting Agenda

  • Guest Presentation - 12:00 - 1:00
  • Chapter Business - 1:00 - 1:15
  • Q&A and Networking - 1:15 - 1:30


Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credit

The membership chairperson will submit one or more CPEs for this event for ISC2 members. Please bring your ISC2 membership number to the meeting. Attendees will also receive an attendance receipt via email from the Chapter's Board members to support continuing education requirements.

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Contact Us
Phone: +1 (210) 664-3545
Email: Chapter Contact

Address:
4007 McCullough Ave # 496
San Antonio, TX 78212

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