OWASP Algiers

Welcome

We are delighted to welcome you to the OWASP Algiers Chapter, your gateway to the world of application security and cybersecurity in Algeria. LOGO Our mission is to enrich Algeria’s application security community and strengthen the cybersecurity landscape across the nation. With a commitment to knowledge sharing, collaboration, and cutting-edge practices, we aim to empower individuals and organizations in their journey towards robust cybersecurity.

At OWASP Algiers Chapter, we believe in the power of collective knowledge and the importance of building a strong cybersecurity community. Our events, workshops, and activities are designed to provide a platform for professionals, enthusiasts, and beginners to learn, connect, and contribute to the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity.

We hope you can join us in accomplishing this mission. Whether you are an experienced cybersecurity expert or someone new to the field, there’s a place for you here. Together, we can make a difference in the security landscape of Algeria.

Stay tuned for upcoming events, educational resources, and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals. Your participation is the key to our collective success. Let’s secure Algeria’s digital future, one step at a time.

Join us on this exciting journey towards a more secure and resilient cybersecurity ecosystem in Algeria. Together, we can achieve great things in the world of application security and cybersecurity.

Welcome to OWASP Algiers Chapter!

Call For Speakers

With the OWASP Algiers, we aim to organize at least 4 local chapter meetings per year. If you would like to present a talk on Application Security or Cybersecurity at future OWASP Algiers Chapter events, feel free to reach out to us and let us know - we’d love to have you join us!

Code of Conduct

We hope you enjoy our events, we care deeply about inclusivity and diversity so that OWASP is a comfortable and welcoming community for everyone. Please reach out to one of our chapter leaders if you have any feedback or would like to speak to us, we take these matters very seriously.

Participation

The Open Worldwide Application Security Project (OWASP) is a nonprofit foundation that works to improve the security of software specifically, information security and cybersecurity in general. All of our projects, tools, documents, forums, and chapters are free and open to anyone interested in joining or contributing.

Chapters are led by local leaders in accordance with the Chapters Policy. Financial contributions should only be made online using the authorized online donation button.

Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate in our Projects, Local Chapters, Events, Online Groups, and Community Slack Channel. We especially encourage diversity in all our initiatives. OWASP is a fantastic place to learn about application security, to network, and even to build your reputation as an expert. We also encourage you to be become a member or consider a donation to support our ongoing work.

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OWASP Algiers - Past Events

OWASP Algiers @ OWASP Tunisia: IOT & OT Security

Date: Friday, October 25, 2024
Event Type: Conference
Speaker: Mehdi Kerker & Helmi Rais

Description: Join us for an insightful webinar on OT and Drone Security to uncover the cybersecurity challenges reshaping critical infrastructure and industrial technology. Discover how to protect OT systems in energy, manufacturing, and transportation from advanced cyber threats and learn best practices for securing interconnected environments.

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Unifying Web and Network Defense Mastering WAF Deployment Part 2| OWASP Algiers

Date: Tuesday, October 01, 2024
Event Type: Online Training
Speaker: Mehdi Sammar

Description: This Training offers in-depth training on advanced WAF deployment and configuration strategies. This session focuses on enhancing both web and network defenses through hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios, equipping participants with skills to detect, block, and mitigate security threats effectively. It is ideal for professionals looking to strengthen their WAF management expertise.

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Identify CVE in Open Source Projects | OWASP Algiers

Date: Friday, September 27, 2024
Event Type: Online Webinar
Speaker: Ahmed Hassan

Description: Join us for an insightful webinar where we explore how to identify Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) in open-source projects. This session will cover methodologies for vulnerability identification, best practices for maintaining security in open-source software, and tools to assist in the process.

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Unifying Web and Network Defense Mastering WAF Deployment Part 1| OWASP Algiers

Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Event Type: Online Training
Speaker: Mehdi Sammar

Description: This training session focuses on Web Application Firewalls (WAF), detailing their role in cybersecurity, how to configure them effectively, and best practices for leveraging WAFs to protect web applications from attacks. Participants will gain hands-on experience and insights into implementing WAF solutions.

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DevSecOps: Bridging DevOps and Security

Date: Friday, June 14, 2024
Event Type: Online Webinar
Speaker: Djelloul Bouida

Description: Join us for an insightful session on integrating security into your DevOps pipeline. Learn how DevSecOps transforms your workflow by embedding security into every development phase.

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Free Training Initiative - ISC2 Certified in CyberSecurity “CC”

Date: Saturday, May 25, 2024
Event Type: Online Training
Trainer: Taher Amine ELHOUARI, CISO, CISSP, CCSP

Description: In collaboration with OWASP Algiers Chapter, Taher Amine ELHOUARI leads a comprehensive ISC2 CC training session. The event fosters cybersecurity awareness and skill-building, featuring hands-on experience from a global leader in security operations.

Event Details & Recording


Multi-Level Crisis Simulation

Date: Saturday, May 11, 2024
Event Type: Online Webinar
Speaker: Jose Julian Fuentes Medina, Cyber Security Manager at EY

Description: This engaging crisis simulation webinar immerses participants in real-world scenarios, showcasing how to respond to multi-layered cyber threats effectively.

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Whoami to ROOT: Your Guide Beyond Hacking Web Applications

Date: Friday, April 26, 2024
Event Type: Online Webinar
Speaker: Muhammed Nassef

Description: Dive deep into the world of Linux privilege escalation. Learn how to exploit command injections and elevate access to root in this advanced webinar for cybersecurity professionals.

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OWASP Algiers @ Radio Medea: Information and Cyber Security

Date: Thursday, April 25, 2024
Event Type: Podcast/Webinar

Description: Explore the evolving challenges and best practices in information and cybersecurity, focusing on Algeria’s cyber landscape and global trends.

Listen to the Podcast


TechVerse Intelligence Day: CyberSecurity with OWASP Algiers

Date: Saturday, April 20, 2024
Event Type: Onsite Event

Description: Partnering with TechVerse Club, this event delivered practical cybersecurity insights, exploring cutting-edge techniques to protect digital infrastructures.

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OWASP Algiers @ SecuriCON: Securing Multi-Cloud Environments

Date: Friday, April 19, 2024
Event Type: Conference
Speaker: Amine Taher Elhouari

Description: Discover the intricacies of securing multi-cloud environments, with a focus on best practices for risk mitigation and ensuring regulatory compliance. Led by top industry professionals, this session addressed the key challenges facing organizations adopting multi-cloud strategies.

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Exploring CyberSecurity Careers & Certifications

Date: Saturday, February 24, 2024
Event Type: Online Webinar
Speakers:

  • Taher Amine ELHOUARI President @ OWASP Algiers
  • Mehdi Nacer KERKAR Advisor @ OWASP Algiers
  • Hichem BELGUENDOUZ Vice President @ OWASP Algiers

Description: This webinar provided an in-depth exploration of cybersecurity careers and certifications, offering participants valuable insights into different paths within the industry, ranging from offensive and defensive security to privacy, GRC, and more.

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Introductory Webinar | OWASP Algiers

Date: Friday, December 29, 2023
Event Type: Online Webinar

Description: In this introductory webinar, we welcomed attendees to the OWASP Algiers Chapter. The session provided an overview of the global OWASP Foundation, introduced the Algerian Chapter and its team, and outlined future projects and webinars aimed at enriching the cybersecurity community in Algeria.

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Stay Connected with OWASP Algiers Chapter

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, ideas, or are eager to join our community, feel free to reach out:

Stay Connected with OWASP Algiers Chapter

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, ideas, or are eager to join our community, feel free to reach out:

📧 Contact Us: [email protected]

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Webinar Presentation Slides will be available in our GitHub repository and accessible on our LinkedIn Page.

Join us in this thrilling journey towards a more secure and resilient cybersecurity ecosystem in Algeria!

Together, let’s make a difference. 🌟🇩🇿


Sponsorship Opportunities with our Chapter

The Algiers OWASP Chapter can offer your company several sponsorship opportunities. If you are interested in taking advantage in any of these opportunities, please contact the chapter leaders. Reach out: [email protected]


OWASP Meeting Presenter Sponsorship

Although the OWASP Foundation is a non-profit organization and our Algiers Chapter is a non-profit organization, we strive to provide our members with the best presenters we possibly can. While the Algeria area has tons of security talent, sometimes it’s worthwhile to reach beyond our borders to pull in more awesome presenters. In exchange for covering travel expenses for these presenters, our chapter will provide you with 5 minutes talk at the start of the meeting to introduce yourself and company to tell us about the products or services that your company offers. You’ll also receive mention of being the presenter sponsor in all e-mail communications about the meeting and the company will be included as a sponsor in all official communications of the chapter.


Chapter Leadership and Board Members

The chapter board is as follows:


Role Responsibilities Full Name
Founding President / Leader Head of the Board. Serves as Chapter President. Taher Amine ELHOUARI
Vice President / Co-Leader Serves as Vice-President and Operations Manager. Hichem BELGUENDOUZ
Board Advisor / Co-Leader Serves as Board Advisor and Events Manager. Mehdi Nacer KERKAR
Board Secretary Serves as Chapter Board Member and General Secretary. Meriem Marwa MAHDI
Board Member Serves as Chapter Board Member. Yasmine AZZAZ
Board Member Serves as Chapter Board Member. Fouad BELALEM
Board Member Serves as Chapter Board Member. Abdelbasset ZERROUKI
Community Manager Serves as Communications and Community Manager. Hicham BERBACHE
Graphics Designer Serves as Graphics and UI/UX Designer. Bouchra SAFAR-BATI