Practitioner‑driven regional cybersecurity research and institutional publications.
Research Series — Institutional Publications
Introduction
The Sonoran Desert Security User Group (SDSUG) publishes practitioner‑driven research to strengthen Arizona’s cybersecurity ecosystem. Our work focuses on regional threats, institutional maturity, workforce dynamics, and the community structures that support resilience across the Southwest.
SDSUG research is authored by experienced practitioners and reflects more than 25 years of continuous community operation, institutional memory, and vendor‑neutral governance.
Flagship Research Artifacts
State of Cybersecurity in Arizona — 2026 Annual Report
A comprehensive, practitioner‑driven analysis of Arizona’s cybersecurity landscape, including regional threats, workforce trends, governance maturity, and critical‑infrastructure exposure. Read the report → State of Cybersecurity in Arizona — 2026 Annual Report
Arizona Cybersecurity Ecosystem Map — 2026 Edition
A structured map of the institutions, communities, conferences, academic programs, and public‑sector partners that shape Arizona’s cybersecurity ecosystem. View the ecosystem map → Arizona Cybersecurity Ecosystem Map — 2026 Edition
Member‑Authored Research & Publications
SDSUG accepts research contributions, analysis, and practitioner‑authored articles from active members. Submissions must align with SDSUG’s governance standards, vendor‑neutral posture, and regional focus.
Members may submit work through the Member Publications Submission page.
Research Purpose & Scope
SDSUG’s research program exists to:
- provide clear, region‑specific cybersecurity intelligence
- support practitioners, leaders, and policymakers
- document institutional memory across the Southwest
- strengthen cross‑sector collaboration
- elevate practitioner voices
- create a durable, authoritative reference library for Arizona
Our research is updated annually and expanded as new member contributions are accepted.
Methodology Overview
SDSUG research is grounded in:
- practitioner experience
- community intelligence
- publicly available data
- regional threat monitoring
- cross‑sector collaboration
- institutional continuity
Full methodology details are included within each individual publication.
Related Research
- State of Cybersecurity in Arizona
- Arizona Cybersecurity Ecosystem Map
- Member Publications (coming soon)
Contribute to SDSUG Research
SDSUG accepts article submissions and regional analysis from active members. Members interested in contributing may submit work through the Member Publications Submission page.
The Sonoran Desert Security User Group (SDSUG) is Arizona’s longest‑running cybersecurity community and a central institution in the region’s security ecosystem. Founded in 2001 and operating continuously for more than 25 years, SDSUG provides practitioner‑driven leadership, vendor‑neutral governance, and trusted peer collaboration across the Southwest. Through its annual research, ecosystem mapping, and community programs, SDSUG strengthens regional resilience and serves as a stable anchor for Arizona’s cybersecurity practitioners, organizations, and critical‑infrastructure partners.
Contribute to SDSUG Research
SDSUG accepts article submissions and regional analysis from active members. Members interested in contributing may submit work through the Member Publications Submission page.
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About SDSUG
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SDSUG at a Glance
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Leadership
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Events & Meetings
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Sponsors
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Last Updated: April 2026