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John R. Robles and Associates Info - Governance A Newsletter for the Information Technology, Governance, Security, Audit and Controls Professional in Puerto Rico |
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From The Editor |
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Hola! There are many interesting activities by various professional organizations. We already have annoucements for ISSA and their Annual Conference in November and ISACA with their Annual Conference in December. Again there are many associations with very interesting educational activities. There is a new kid on the block. It's The Cloud Computing and Green Computing User Group (PRCCUG). They are dedicated to Cloud Computing technolgy and we will be publishing their activities.
Take your pick, attend the activities, and accumulate your CPE credits! Please send suggestions and comments to jrobles@coqui.net or visit www.johnrrobles.com. If you no longer wish to receive the Info-Governance newsletter, unsubscribe. ENJOY! Follow us on: facebook facebook linkedin twitter Info-Governance John R. Robles and Assoc. |
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| Institute of Internal Auditor's - "Tone at the Top" |
Read the August 2010 issue of "Tone-at-the-Top", here, a monthly periodical, issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors for Senior Management, Board of Directors and Audit Committees. It provides nuggets of information concerning risk, internal control, governance, ethics, and the changing role of internal auditing. If you wish to receive your personal copy, contact the pr@theiia.org. |
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An important part of this newsletter is the identification of professional associations that provide training and seminars to information technology, governance, security, and other professionals in Puerto Rico. We will publish all activities and seminars of these associations so that each professional can select which seminar or training to attend for their own professional growth, as well as, the accumulation of Continuing Professional Credits for their certification requirements. |
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| News From Puerto Rico PASS - Professional Association of SQL Server |
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The Puerto Rico PASS Chapter is a volunteer and independent organization providing a community for SQL server professionals. Their mission is to provide members with a forum for education, facilitate networking and access to information, seminars and events. More information. |
| Date: | Thursday, October 7, 2010 |
| Theme: | SQL Server Azure and Windows Phone 7: Expand your App to the Cloud |
| Speaker: | Jose Rivera (SQL Server Azure) and Edwin Torres (Windows Phone 7) |
| Time: | 6:00pm |
| Place: | Microsoft Puerto Rico - Borinken Room - Microsoft Building, Metro Office Park Street 1 Lot 18 Suite 5000 Guaynabo PR. More information. |
| News From The Puerto Rico Cloud Computing (and Green Computing) User Group (PRCCUG) |
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The Puerto Rico Cloud (and Green Computing) User Group (PRCCUG) is having its first vendor presentation on Tuesday, October 12, 2010. IBM Puerto Rico will be presenting their Cloud Computing initiatives. In this series of presentations, vendors will present and discuss their Cloud Computing services. The purpose of this presentation series is to present to our audience the technologies, features, and benefits of this relatively new technology. In future presentations, we will have Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, and other vendors presenting and discussing their products. PRCCUG has as our audience, interested persons in government, as well as, private enterprises. We hope to have stimulating discussions and presentations of Cloud Computing and Green Computing in Puerto Rico. If you are interested in being part of this new group (PRCCUG), please contact me. Access and browse our library of Cloud Computing information here. |
| Date: | Tuesday, October 12, 2010 |
| Theme: | Infrastructure Strategy and Planning for Cloud Computing |
| Speaker: | Jesus Colon Contreras, Global Business Service - Puerto Rico Leader |
| Time: | 6:00pm |
| Cost: | Free |
| Place: | IBM Puerto Rico, 654 Avenida Munoz Rivera, Piso 14, Hato Rey (Edificio donde se encuentra el Gold GYM y T Mobile) |
| Registration: | Register Here |
| News From Asociación de Ejecutivos de Cooperativas de Puerto Rico |
This association provides professionals in Puerto Rican Cooperative enterprises with the training and capabilities to maintain management excellence. More information. |
| Date: | Friday, October 15, 2010 |
| Theme: | Gerencia de Riesgo |
| Speaker: | Various |
| Time: | 8:30am - 1:00pm |
| Cost: | $115.00 |
| Place: | COSVI More information. |
| Date: | Thursday, October 21, 2010 |
| Theme: | Ultimos Desarollos en el Derecho Laboral Cooperativo |
| Speaker: | Lcdo. Raymond Morales |
| Time: | 8:30am - 3:00pm |
| Cost: | $99.00 |
| Place: | COSVI More information. |
| News From Internet Society of Puerto Rico |
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ISOCPR is the Puerto Rico Chapter of the Internet Society. It serves professionals interested in the use, evolution and open development of the Internet for the benefit of all people in Puerto Rico and throughout the World. Created in the United States in 1992, the Internet Society is a non-profit entity dedicated to safeguarding the best interests of the Internet as well as stimulate its use throughout the globe. More information. |
| Date: | Wednesday, October 20, 2010 |
| Theme: | "Redes Sociales como Medio Masivo" |
| Speaker: | Lcdo. Eugenio Torres, Socio Ferraiouli, Marchand, Torres & Rovira |
| Time: | 6:30pm |
| Place: | Puerto Rico Telephone, Avenida Roosevelt, Edificio 1515, Hato Rey, PR More information. |
| News from the Project Management Institute (PMI) - Puerto Rico |
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PMIPR is the Puerto Rico chapter of the Project Management Institute (PMI). It was founded in 1998 and currently has over 300 members. It serves professionals that work or are interested in Project Management. More information. |
| Date: | Thursday, October 28, 2010 |
| Theme:> | To Be Announced |
| Speaker: | To Be Announced |
| Time: | 6:00pm |
| Place: | Johnny's Restaurant, San Juan. More information. |
| News from ISACA Puerto Rico |
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ISACA Puerto Rico is the local chapter of ISACA an internacional association that serves IT Governance professionals. The local chapter was established in 1984 and currently has approximately 270 members. They offer the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certifications. More information. |
| Date: | Thursday, October 28, 2010 |
| Theme: | Business Continuity - New Trends |
| Speaker: | Josue Santana |
| Time: | 6:00pm - 9:00pm |
| Cost: | Members - Free; Non Members - $20.00 |
| CPE Credits: | 2 hours. |
| Place: | BBVA, Hato Rey - Salón de Actividades, Primer Piso. More information |
| Date: | Friday 3 and Saturday 4 December 30, 2010 |
| Theme: | 9th Annual Symposium |
| Speaker: | Various |
| Time: | 7:00am - 5:30pm |
| Cost: | Members - $175.00; Non Members - $225.00 Before Oct. 31 Members - $225.00; Non Members - $275.00 After Oct. 31 |
| CPE Credits: | 12 hours. |
| Place: | Intercontinental San Juan Resort & Casino, Isla Verde. More information |
| News From Information System Security Association (ISSA) - Puerto Rico |
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ISSA Puerto Rico is the local chapter of the Information Systems Security Association® (ISSA). ISSA is the largest international, not-for-profit association specifically for security professionals. It offers the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification. More information. |
| Date: | Thursday, November 18, 2010 |
| Theme: | 3rd Annual Information Security Conference |
| Speaker: | Keynote Speaker - SAC Luis Fraticelli, FBI San Juan; Topic: "Homeland Security and Emerging Security Threats - The Importance and Role of the Information Security Professional". There will be other renowed speakers. |
| Time: | 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Cost: | ISSA Members - $40.00; InfraGard Members - $40.00; Non Members - $80.00 |
| CPE Credits: | 6 hours. |
| Registration: | Register Here |
| Place: | Hotel El San Juan. More information. |
| News from "La Camara de Comercio de Puerto Rico" |
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La mision de La Camara de Comercio de Puerto Rico es fortalecer el desarrollo de sus socios proveyendo conocimientos, representatividad multisectorial y protegiendo los valores y fundamentos de la libre empresa. More information. The "Camara de Comercio de Puerto Rico" has various monthly activities. More information. |
| News from the "Colegio de CPA de Puerto Rico" |
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The “Colegio de CPA de Puerto Rico” was established by law in 1973. It serves all persons practicing public accounting are obligated to be members of the “Colegio”. It provides training and services to promote professional excellence. More information. The "Colegio de CPA de Puerto Rico" has various monthly educational activities. More information. The "Colegio de CPA de Puerto Rico" also has various monthly Information Systems Seminars. More information. |
| News From Puerto Rico Small Business & Technology Development Center (SBTDC) |
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El PR-SBTDC Network opera en sociedad con la Administración Federal de Pequeños Negocios (SBA) y la Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico (UIPR) con el apoyo de la Compañía de Fomento Industrial (PRIDCO) y el municipio Autónomo de Caguas. El auspicio brindado por SBA no constituye un endoso expreso o implícito de los coauspiciadores o de los productos, opiniones o servicios de los participantes. Todos los programas ofrecidos por el PR-SBTDC son no discriminatorios. El PR-SBTDC ofrece acomodo razonable para personas con impedimentos, el cual debe solicitarse con dos semanas de antelación a la celebración de la actividad. More information. El PR-SBTDC ofrece varios adiesteramientos durante el mes. More information. |
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Other Professional Associations: |
| InfraGard - More information |
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| The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Association (CFE) - More information |
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| itSMF - Puerto Rico Interest Group - More information |
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| PRiMEX - More information |
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