In this inaugural edition of MISAC Connect Audio: Weekly, we kick off a new series designed to supplement the longer-form MISAC Connect Audio interviews. This episode spotlights active forum discussions, highlights from the Tahoe Summit’s strategic partner presentations, an audio-narrated version of the Spring Quarterly Newsletter, and key announcements from the MISAC community.

⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 — Intro & What is MISAC Connect Weekly?
02:12 — Forum Highlights
08:33 — Strategic Partner Spotlights (Tahoe Summit Recap)
14:45 — Upcoming Events
16:30 — Narrated Spring 2025 Quarterly Newsletter
40:03 — Wrap-Up & What's Coming Next for MISAC Connect Audio

Highlights include:

• Forum discussions on phishing simulation training, Microsoft EA renewals, MS-ISAC changes, Cloudflare, video editing tools, and POS/cashiering systems
• Recap of presentations from 101 Voice, Akamai, Cohesity, and ThinkGard at the 2025 Tahoe Summit
• Upcoming events: Microsoft Security Compliance & Identity training and the 2025 MISAC Excellence Award
• A narrated reading of the Spring 2025 MISAC Newsletter
  (including member highlights, website update efforts, CIO insights, and real stories of MISAC community impact)

Stay tuned for more voices and content in future episodes!

Visit our MISAC Connect forum for more discussions and community engagement.
Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn for updates and announcements.

In this episode of MISAC Connect Audio, we take a deep dive into network and systems monitoring—focusing not just on the tools, but on the challenges, strategies, and best practices behind managing and securing modern networks.

Building on a recent MISAC webinar, our guests Michael Tooma and Zachary Ruiz join me for a candid conversation about alert fatigue, incident escalation, historical data retention, monitoring virtual environments, and more. They share real-world insights from both large and small agencies, offering valuable perspectives on how to fine-tune monitoring systems for efficiency, reliability, and proactive problem-solving.

Resources & Links:

📌 Watch the original MISAC Webinar: Best Management Tools to Configure and Secure Your Network – Member Only Archive Link
📌 Learn more about MISAC Connect Audio – Member Only Link
📌 Connect with our guests:

• Michael Tooma (City of Fresno) – LinkedIn
• Zachary Ruiz (Dublin San Ramon Services District) – LinkedIn

Visit our MISAC Connect forum for more discussions and community engagement.
Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn for updates and announcements.

Welcome to MISAC Connect Audio: Your IT Community Podcast

In this episode of the MISAC Connect Podcast, we sit down with Jeff Lewis, a lifetime member of MISAC and a former CIO for the cities of Modesto and Concord. Jeff shares his unique perspective on the organization's origins, diving into the "how," "what," and "when" of its founding.

Key topics discussed in this episode:

• The driving forces behind the creation of MISAC.
• Early challenges and milestones in MISAC's history.
• Jeff’s role in advancing technology in local government.
• The values and vision that shaped MISAC into what it is today.

Jeff also reflects on his decades-long career in municipal IT, sharing invaluable insights and lessons learned along the way. Whether you're an experienced MISAC member or just learning about the organization, this episode offers something for everyone.

Listen now to learn about MISAC’s inspiring origin story and gain insights into its ongoing legacy!

Visit our MISAC Connect forum for more discussions and community engagement.
Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn for updates and announcements.