OWASP Maine: Introduction to Application and Software Security (UMaine Orono)

Have you heard about application and software security but are not exactly sure what it is, what it means, and why it is important? Join us on Tuesday, March 31st 2026 for an engaging evening on application security,
cybersecurity careers, and emerging AI-powered security tools. Hear from
industry leaders about how organizations protect software and how students
and professionals can build meaningful careers in cybersecurity.

This talk is designed to be introductory in nature and geared towards educating students at the University of Maine on application and software security and its importance, as this is a core mission of our chapter. We will:

• Introduce the students to what OWASP is and who OWASP Maine is
• Introduce the students to what application and software security is and why it is important in today's digital age
• A panel of local security leaders will speak to the students about their experience and what got them to where they are today
• A technical deep dive into using AI in AppSec
• Discuss career opportunities and internships in the space of application and software security