
What we’re about
Seattle technology enthusiasts, students, and professionals are invited to join us for North Seattle Tech Talks. We'll gather for informative, insightful, inspiring, and inclusive talks on topics in web development, mobile apps, cloud computing technologies, and professional development. Follow up each Meetup with a chance to ask questions and get to know one another. Looking forward to having you join us next time!
Upcoming events
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•OnlineCareer Exploration: Entry-Level Roles in Cybersecurity
OnlineWHAT IS IT ABOUT?
We will joined by representatives from a few area companies to discuss how to land your first internship or job working in cybersecurity and secure software development. Expect to hear:
- What are the relevant roles and titles?
- What do folks in these roles do day-to-day?
- What is the technical expertise needed? The base job requirements?
- How does someone successfully navigate the hiring process for internships and entry-level jobs?
- What was your journey?
WHAT IS THE FORMAT?
We'll have a quick introduction followed by guest speakers having a discussion about the topics above. Then we'll switch over to brief, moderated Q&A.
WHO IS SPEAKING?
We'll have a list of 3-4 guest speakers with an expertise in cybersecurity and/or secure software development. They'll give you a brief introduction and answer some of the Key Questions, then we'll open things up for a moderated Q&A.
Alexs Peña (He/Him)
Senior Manager, Security Program Management @ Electronic Arts
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexspena
... we'll have an additional 3-4 speakers added soon. Please check back as the event gets closer!
DO I HAVE TO BE AN EXPERT? A STUDENT?
No and no. This Meetup is open to all who are interested and is meant to be an introduction to the topic.
WHO IS SPONSORING?
North Seattle College's Technical Bachelor's Degree Programs are providing this virtual space:
Application Development BAS Degree Program:
https://northseattle.edu/programs/bas-application-development
Computer Science BS Degree Program:
https://new.northseattle.edu/bachelors-science-computer-science
Check out the links to learn more and/or apply today for Fall 2026. More information will be provided during the introduction.
HOW DO I ATTEND?
We will be holding this as a virtual Meetup event. We will post information about our Zoom Meeting location. You'll need to download the appropriate software for your computer, tablet, or mobile device.
Questions for the Q&A will be handled via the Zoom chat functionality, with instructions presented during the Meetup.
WILL THIS BE RECORDED?
In order to get the best, most direct answers from our panel, this event will not be recorded.
WHAT ABOUT ACCOMMODATIONS?
Presentations will be live-captioned and presenters will be asked to use descriptions for all visual media. Please advise in advance if an interpreter is helpful and we'll work with our partners.1 attendee
Past events
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