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NCyTE Monthly Meeting - Education, Certifications, and Experience: How Does the Modern Workforce Survive
- Date: 09/19/2025 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location: Virtual
Monthly Meeting - Virtual
September 19, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM PST
Education, Certifications, and Experience: How Does the Modern Workforce Survive
This presentation explores the zero-sum dynamic between formal education, industry certifications, and real-world experience. The presentation highlights how competing demands create falsified talent shortages and misaligned hiring practices while proposing a balanced approach to harmonize these pillars. Attendees will gain insights into the challenges of this conflict and learn strategies to foster collaboration and standardization, addressing the need for a more effective and inclusive approach to hiring.
Presenter
Paul Ruffalo is a dedicated son, uncle, husband, father, and community advocate whose professional journey reflects the same commitment he brings to his personal life. With over 25 years of experience spanning technology, cybersecurity, compliance, and auditing, Paul currently serves as the Head of Internal Audit at Collins Community Credit Union and teaches Cybersecurity and Compliance at Kirkwood Community College. His diverse background includes vCISO advisory work, podcasting, nonprofit leadership, and recognition as an award-winning Agentic AI designer.