First Friday
This months sponsor is CCS IT Pros!
Recognizing the right IT service provider is vital, and veterans in the business sector might find a promising candidate in CCS IT Pros.
With a leadership team that includes a CEO who is a retired US Army officer and a workforce comprising 50% veterans, CCS IT Pros brings a comprehensive understanding of the nuances associated with servicing veteran-owned businesses.
Their extensive experience, spanning over two decades, includes specialized IT support tailored to the needs of these enterprises.
Recognizing the right IT service provider is vital, and veterans in the business sector might find a promising candidate in CCS IT Pros.
With a leadership team that includes a CEO who is a retired US Army officer and a workforce comprising 50% veterans, CCS IT Pros brings a comprehensive understanding of the nuances associated with servicing veteran-owned businesses.
Their extensive experience, spanning over two decades, includes specialized IT support tailored to the needs of these enterprises.
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Who you will hear from
Event Speakers

Dr. Shawn P. Murray
Murray Security Services

Vincent (Vinnie) Persichetti
Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC

Blake Schwank
CEO, CCS IT Pros

Troy Kieffer
Aercor

Reggie Ash
Vice President of Business Development, terra ferma

Greg Kamer
Systems Engineer at Fortinet

Jon-Michael Horst
Director of Marketing and Outreach at Exponential Impact

Ronald Clanton
US Computer Support Training - Founder and President

Jeff Tomkiewicz
Offensive Security Engineer, President COS B-Sides
What you need to know
Event Details
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Hello Everyone!
It’s Cybersecurity 1st Friday!
Welcome back to our June event!
Remember that you are required to register for the event and check in once you get to the NCC.
We will hear from Reggie Ash, VP, Business Development at Terra Ferma. He will provide an overview of their organization and products.
Ronald Clanton, founder of US Computer Support where he will provide information related to training and upskilling!
Troy Kieffer from Aercor and Greg Kamer, Systems Engineer at Fortinet will discuss their technology portfolios and capabilities.
Jon-Michael Horst, Director of Marketing and Outreach at Exponential Impact, a new CFF strategic partner, will provide an update on upcoming events!
We will introduce Jeff Tomkiewicz, the new president of the BSides Colorado Springs chapter who will provide updates as well!
Finally, we will hear from Blake Schwank, founder and President of CCS IT Pros a managed service provider (MSP) that has been doing business since 2001 in Colorado and other parts of the Unites States. He'll describe what they are contributing to the ecosystem!
This month's food truck is: Papa Bear'z Grill: https://www.facebook.com/papabearzgrill/
We will have updated community announcements and other event dates as well and we will have some additional Cybersecurity First Friday merchandise.
June's First Friday will be held at the National Cybersecurity Center and is co-hosted by the Murray Security Services and Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: www.cybersecurityfirstfriday.com
Please create an account and/or register for June's Cybersecurity First Friday on our website!
So, grab your favorite beverage and join us.
Hope to see you there!
Shawn & Vinnie
- National Cybersecurity Center (NCC)
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June 2025 - Cybersecurity First Friday Flyer 472 KB
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June 2025 - Cybersecurity First Friday Slides 28.1 MB
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