The Minnesota Information Systems Security Association, ISSA (MN), chapter is a forum for Information Security professionals in the Upper Midwest to share information, problems, and accomplishments. It is affiliated with the International Information Systems Security Association.

The Information Systems Security Association is the largest not for profit, international organization of information security professionals and practitioners. It provides opportunities that enhance the knowledge, skill and growth of its members. Its members include practitioners at all levels of the security field in a broad range of industries. ISSA aims to promote management practices that will ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information resources.