Join the Sonoran Desert Security User Group (SDSUG)
The Sonoran Desert Security User Group (SDSUG) welcomes cybersecurity, information security, risk management, compliance, developer, and infrastructure professionals across Arizona. Established in 2001, SDSUG connects practitioners to share knowledge, strengthen regional collaboration, and advance the discipline of security.
SDSUG brings together cybersecurity professionals from across the Valley, including Avondale, Buckeye, Carefree, Cave Creek, Chandler, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, Glendale, Goodyear, Mesa, Paradise Valley, Peoria, Peoria, Phoenix, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, Surprise, Tempe, and communities throughout the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.
Local Membership, Global Impact
Membership is more than access — it is participation in a professional network with global reach. Learn why practitioner communities matter on our Local Room, Global Impact page.
Security is strengthened when practitioners come together. Join SDSUG and contribute to the Arizona professional security community.
For a fast summary of SDSUG’s mission, meetings, and participation options, visit SDSUG at a Glance.
Who Should Join
If you work in security in Arizona, SDSUG is your forum. SDSUG membership is designed for:
- Cybersecurity and information security professionals
- Risk management and compliance leaders
- Security architects and engineers
- Infrastructure and cloud security practitioners
- Executive and strategic security leadership
- Qualified vendors supporting the security community
Why Join SDSUG
SDSUG is built on collaboration, professionalism, and shared responsibility.
Membership provides:
- Access to practitioner-focused meetings and presentations
- Opportunities to connect with peers across industries
- Insight into emerging threats and defensive strategies
- Professional networking within the Arizona security community
- Engagement with trusted vendors and technology leaders
Membership Structure
SDSUG membership is open to qualified professionals.
Details regarding registration, mailing list enrollment, and event participation are provided below.
Professional Standards and Governance
SDSUG is committed to maintaining a professional, respectful, and inclusive environment for all members and participants.
Membership and event participation are governed by our Code of Conduct, Membership Guidelines, and applicable legal policies.
We encourage all members to review these standards prior to joining or attending events.
The Safety and Incident Response team supports the community by providing structure and readiness without affecting the casual, social nature of SDSUG events. For details on the break‑glass team responsible for maintaining a safe environment during rare incidents, visit the Safety & Incident Response page.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Sonoran Desert Security Users Group (SDSUG)
You can join by completing the membership form on the SDSUG website, Join SDSUG. Membership is open to anyone in the security, technology, or governance ecosystem.
Membership is currently free. Some special events may have associated costs, which will be clearly noted.
Yes. Membership provides additional benefits and helps support the group’s mission.
Members receive event updates, access to resources, priority seating for limited‑capacity events, free admission to select security conferences, Continuing Professional Education credits (CPEs) for attending some types of meetings, and opportunities to participate in community initiatives.
Yes. Organizations may encourage employees to join individually; SDSUG does not offer bulk or corporate memberships.
Explore SDSUG
About SDSUG
Our history, mission, values, and organizational leadership.
Speak at SDSUG
Guidelines and proposal instructions for practitioner‑level presentations.
Membership
Join the SDSUG community for trusted peer collaboration and networking.
SDSUG at a Glance
Overview of our history, mission, community, and events FAQ.
Volunteer at SDSUG
Roles that support SDSUG’s events, operations, and community environment.
Safety & Incident Response
Standards, protocols, and trained officers who ensure a safe, respectful, and professionally governed environment at SDSUG events.
Leadership
Meet the professionals guiding SDSUG’s direction and growth.
Events & Meetings
Upcoming events, discussions, meetings, topics, speakers, and partner conferences.
Sponsors
Organizations that support SDSUG’s mission and practitioner community.
Last updated: February 2026