We aim to create a memorable event that celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Offensive Security Society and allows participants to engage directly with their field of interest, providing them with hands-on experiences that will motivate them to seek further opportunities in the field of cybersecurity. We will host Guest speaking events, workshops, competitions, and networking opportunities. This event is in the Pavilion Hall in the Titan Student Union on Friday, December 6th, 2024. The time of this event is scheduled from 8 am until 2 pm. The event will start with a short starting ceremony, and then we will open the CTF competition and speaking events. The general conference will happen concurrently with the speaker times to allow participants to take a break from the con to relax and listen to a talk. The workshop space will also act as a networking space where students can interact with each other. We will also open the workshops and tables if any club/sponsor wants to participate.

 Students will become familiar with various cybersecurity tools and techniques by participating in our workshops and competitions, broadening their problem-solving abilities and diversifying their skills. This exposure will make them more adaptable to the challenges they will encounter in their careers.

 By connecting and networking with speakers, students can gain industry knowledge, career advice, and potential job opportunities they may not have been aware were accessible. Speaking to professionals provides a whole new perspective on professional development and a more personal point of view on industry challenges and how to pursue career growth. The social aspect of this event will foster community amongst participants and promote a culture of security among students at Cal State Fullerton.

Our code of conduct is “SHOW RESPECT AND KINDNESS TO EVERYONE”

We have NO TOLERANCE for physical, verbal, or sexual harassment; intimidation; or marginalization of anyone.

Put another way: any action, behavior, speech, or dress that causes significant interference with event operations, significant discomfort to other participants, or adversely affects OSS’s relationship with its participants, its venues, or the public is strictly forbidden. Such issue may result in refusal of entry, revocation of your event badge or access (including any intermediate steps such as muting or banning), expulsion from the event/property, and reporting to the authorities.

For clarification, asking questions during a talk to gain clarity or to disagree with what is being presented is not being an ass; heckling or haranguing the presenter is. If you are not sure where to draw this line, err on the side of basic decency and common courtesy. Or ask yourself, “Would I condone this behavior if done to me, my best friend, sister, niece, daughter, brother, nephew, son, mother, or father?” If the answer is anything but yes, then do not treat anyone in this manner. If someone asks you to stop, you must STOP.

Be careful with the words that you choose. We are a community of professionals, and we conduct ourselves professionally. Be kind to others. Do not insult or put down other participants. Again, harassment and other exclusionary behavior aren’t acceptable. This list includes, but is not limited to:

• Discriminatory jokes and language
• Posting or displaying sexually explicit or violent material
• Posting (or threatening to post) other people’s personally identifying information (“doxing”)
• Personal insults, particularly those related to gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, or disability
• Repeated harassment of others. In general, if someone asks you to stop, then stop
• Violence, threats of violence, or violent language directed against another person
• Sexist, racist, homophobic, transphobic, ableist, or otherwise discriminatory jokes and language
• Inappropriate photography or recording
• Unwelcome sexual attention, including sexualized comments or jokes, inappropriate messaging, language, touching, groping, and unwelcome sexual advances
• Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or following (online or in-person)
• Sustained disruption of community events, including talks and presentations
• Denigration or insults based on political beliefs or ideology
• Advocating for, or encouraging, any of the above behavior

When we disagree, try to understand why. Disagreements, both social and technical, happen all the time, and the OSS community is no exception. We must resolve disputes and differing views constructively. Remember that we’re different. The strength of our community comes from its varied perspectives. We pride ourselves on being people from a diverse range of backgrounds. We thrive because other people have different views on issues. Being unable to understand why someone holds a viewpoint doesn’t mean that they’re wrong. Don’t forget that it is human to err, and blaming each other doesn’t get us anywhere. Instead, focus on helping to resolve issues and learning from mistakes.

If you have any issue or witness any behavior by any participant, staff, or volunteer (no matter who they are) that is inconsistent with our Code of Conduct, please report it to a staff member or to a member of our Safety Ops Team. They will call our Incident Response Team, who will take an official incident report and determine the next steps.

OSSCON is committed to the well-being of all participants.

To ensure we are fostering a safe environment, we kindly request that if you are feeling unwell, experiencing symptoms of illness, or have recently been exposed to a contagious disease, that you stay home until you’re fully recovered.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in ensuring a healthy experience for all.

Questions? Comments? LET US KNOW!

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