About us
Welcome to OWASP Saint Louis!
Welcome to the OWASP Saint Louis Chapter! OWASP (Open Worldwide Application Security Project) is a global, nonprofit community focused on improving the security of software. Whether you’re a seasoned AppSec professional or just security-curious, this is the place to connect, learn, and collaborate.
Join this group to stay in the loop as we lock in dates, topics, speakers, and venues. Expect great conversations, practical takeaways, and a welcoming community.
Your chapter co-leaders are Andre Van Klaveren and Nathan Byrd. We’re passionate about bringing people together around secure software development and creating a strong local security community.
More details are coming soon - we’re glad you’re here!
Featured event
OWASP St. Louis – Secure Code Training Tournament (Hands-On)
About this Event
Curious how your secure coding skills stack up in real-world scenarios?
Join OWASP St. Louis for a hands-on Secure Code Training Tournament sponsored by Security Journey. This is not a lecture... you’ll be actively solving real vulnerabilities in a live, interactive environment.
What to Expect
- Hands-on secure coding challenges (break/fix format)
- Real-world vulnerability scenarios developers face today
- Friendly competition with a live leaderboard
- Prizes awarded to the top 3 participants
Important Details
- Laptop required (you’ll be coding)
- Hybrid format: join in-person or remotely
- Pre-registration required to access the platform
- You do not need to be an experienced developer or security expert to participate. The challenges start easy and progress from there. Come have fun!
In addition to RSVPing to this Meetup event, please register here to secure your spot and get platform access:
https://forms.office.com/r/VpTMjg8Smw
Whether you're a developer, AppSec professional, or just getting started, this session is built to sharpen real skills!
(* OWASP does not endorse or recommend commercial products or services, allowing our community to remain vendor neutral with the collective wisdom of the best minds in software security)
Event Details
📍 Location: RubinBrown, 7676 Forsyth Blvd., Suite 2100, Saint Louis, MO 63105
🗓 Date/Time: April 28, 2026 / 6:00pm CST
Food and Drink will be provided! Please RSVP so that we can plan accordingly.
ℹ️ Parking Directions:
- Google map to “North Lyle Avenue & Forsyth Boulevard, Clayton, MO 63105” Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WYqyZ3Jv9cUBBF289
- Enter the Parking Garage #4 (from Forsyth Blvd) next to Dry Bar
- Pull a ticket at the gate and proceed into the garage, turning right.
- Up the ramp is visitor parking. You may have to go up past the 6th floor.
- Take elevator to *L (Lobby of Centene Plaza C)
- Check in at the OWASP sign-in table in the lobby; you'll be escorted up
- Bring your parking ticket with you to get validated at the meetup.
Who Should Attend
- Application & security professionals
- Software engineers and developers
- IT leaders and managers
- Anyone with an interest in application security
- You DO NOT need to be an OWASP member to attend!
About OWASP
The Open Worldwide Application Security Project (OWASP) is a nonprofit foundation dedicated to improving the security of software. Local chapters provide opportunities to learn, network, and collaborate with others in the field.
Come to learn more and participate in OWASP Saint Louis - your voice will continue to help shape what OWASP Saint Louis becomes next.
Upcoming events
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OWASP St. Louis – Secure Code Training Tournament (Hands-On)
·HybridRubinBrown, 7676 Forsyth Blvd., Suite 2100, Saint Louis, MO, USAbout this Event
Curious how your secure coding skills stack up in real-world scenarios?
Join OWASP St. Louis for a hands-on Secure Code Training Tournament sponsored by Security Journey. This is not a lecture... you’ll be actively solving real vulnerabilities in a live, interactive environment.What to Expect
- Hands-on secure coding challenges (break/fix format)
- Real-world vulnerability scenarios developers face today
- Friendly competition with a live leaderboard
- Prizes awarded to the top 3 participants
Important Details
- Laptop required (you’ll be coding)
- Hybrid format: join in-person or remotely
- Pre-registration required to access the platform
- You do not need to be an experienced developer or security expert to participate. The challenges start easy and progress from there. Come have fun!
In addition to RSVPing to this Meetup event, please register here to secure your spot and get platform access:
https://forms.office.com/r/VpTMjg8Smw
Whether you're a developer, AppSec professional, or just getting started, this session is built to sharpen real skills!(* OWASP does not endorse or recommend commercial products or services, allowing our community to remain vendor neutral with the collective wisdom of the best minds in software security)
Event Details
📍 Location: RubinBrown, 7676 Forsyth Blvd., Suite 2100, Saint Louis, MO 63105
🗓 Date/Time: April 28, 2026 / 6:00pm CSTFood and Drink will be provided! Please RSVP so that we can plan accordingly.
ℹ️ Parking Directions:
- Google map to “North Lyle Avenue & Forsyth Boulevard, Clayton, MO 63105” Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WYqyZ3Jv9cUBBF289
- Enter the Parking Garage #4 (from Forsyth Blvd) next to Dry Bar
- Pull a ticket at the gate and proceed into the garage, turning right.
- Up the ramp is visitor parking. You may have to go up past the 6th floor.
- Take elevator to *L (Lobby of Centene Plaza C)
- Check in at the OWASP sign-in table in the lobby; you'll be escorted up
- Bring your parking ticket with you to get validated at the meetup.
Who Should Attend
- Application & security professionals
- Software engineers and developers
- IT leaders and managers
- Anyone with an interest in application security
- You DO NOT need to be an OWASP member to attend!
About OWASP
The Open Worldwide Application Security Project (OWASP) is a nonprofit foundation dedicated to improving the security of software. Local chapters provide opportunities to learn, network, and collaborate with others in the field.Come to learn more and participate in OWASP Saint Louis - your voice will continue to help shape what OWASP Saint Louis becomes next.
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