Cybersecurity Association, Inc. (formerly CAMI)

What Cybersecurity Association, Inc. (formerly CAMI) does

Cybersecurity Association, Inc. (formerly CAMI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership association incorporated in Maryland in 2015 and headquartered at 10440 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD. The organization operates as a community-led hub for the cybersecurity industry in the Mid-Atlantic region, with a stated national reach following its 2025 rebrand. It serves cybersecurity providers, companies with strategic cybersecurity needs, government and nonprofit organizations, students and emerging talent, and professional service firms supporting the cybersecurity ecosystem.

The association delivers its offering through a portfolio of programs rather than a unified software product. Core offerings include five membership tiers (Student Free, Professional $75/year, Corporate $395/year, Affiliate $395/year, and Government/Nonprofit $200/year covering up to 10 employees), the annual Cybersecurity Awards (now in its 10th year across 8 categories), Continuing Professional Education aligned with (ISC)² CISSP requirements, and three Centers of Excellence covering Business Growth & Innovation, Cybersecurity Talent, and Cyber Resilience. Event-based programming includes CMMC Summit, CMMC at Sea, Business Summits, and community events. Underlying technology consists of a Glueup-powered web platform for membership management and event registration, a public membership directory, a Speakers Bureau, and standard digital channels (newsletter, LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube).

The business model is subscription-style membership dues supplemented by event ticket revenue, sponsorship packaging (notably for the annual Awards gala and CMMC conferences), and paid CPE/training programs delivered with partners such as Shield 7 and Edwards Performance Solutions. The organization is privately held as a nonprofit with no parent company, no disclosed funding rounds, and no public revenue figures. Governance is provided by a Board of Directors composed of industry leaders from government, academia, and private-sector cybersecurity companies.

Name

Cybersecurity Association, Inc. (formerly CAMI)

Legal name

Cybersecurity Association, Inc.

Website

https://cyber-association.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Cybersecurity Association, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership association providing tiered memberships, annual awards, CPE programs, and three Centers of Excellence to cybersecurity providers, government entities, professionals, and students across the Mid-Atlantic region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industry Association Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392), Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHDADAIAB

Policy & Compliance Management

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Cybersecurity/Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)

SECONDARYBPAHAFAF

Privacy, Data Protection & Cyber Governance (GRC)

Business & Public Services/Professional Services (Legal, Accounting, Consulting)/Risk, Compliance & Governance Advisory

SECONDARYEDAOAIAB

Cybersecurity (General)

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/IT, Networking & Cybersecurity Certifications

Keywords

• Cybersecurity association
• Membership organization
• Professional development
• Industry networking
• Continuing education

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from multiple tiers including Student (Free), Professional ($75/year), Corporate Cybersecurity ($395/year), Affiliate ($395/year), and Government/Nonprofit ($200/year). These provide access to member-only events, discounts, online community, and Cyber Communities.
2. Event Tickets and Sponsorships: Revenue generated from Cybersecurity Awards event tickets, sponsorship packages, and related premium programs. The 10th Anniversary Cybersecurity Awards offers sponsorship opportunities to showcase brands before cybersecurity executives, government leaders, and innovators.
3. Cybersecurity CPE Programs: Continuing Professional Education programs aligned with (ISC)² certification requirements help members earn CPE credits. Programs include Business Summits, online courses, webinars, and in-person events for CISSP maintenance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Cybersecurity Association, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership organization that operates as a community hub for the cybersecurity industry. It sells tiered annual memberships (Student, Professional, Corporate, Affiliate, Government/Nonprofit), hosts industry events including the annual Cybersecurity Awards, CMMC Summit, and CMMC at Sea, and delivers Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programs aligned with (ISC)² certification requirements. The organization also operates three Centers of Excellence (Business Growth & Innovation, Cybersecurity Talent, and Cyber Resilience) that provide structured guidance, networking, and resources to member organizations.

Product overview

Cybersecurity Association, Inc. (formerly CAMI) is a nonprofit membership organization serving as a national hub for cybersecurity professionals and companies. Rather than a unified software product, it offers a portfolio of membership-based programs and services organized around three pillars: (1) Membership tiers including Corporate, Professional, Student, Affiliate, and Government/Nonprofit memberships providing access to events, communities, and resources; (2) Programs including the annual Cybersecurity Awards, CPE (Continuing Professional Education) aligned with CISSP requirements, and the Speakers Bureau; and (3) Three Centers of Excellence—Business Growth & Innovation, Cybersecurity Talent, and Cyber Resilience—that provide specialized guidance and industry collaboration. The organization hosts events including the CMMC Summit, CMMC at Sea, and various community events, while maintaining a Membership Directory and Newsletter for community engagement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cybersecurity Corporate Membership Corporate membership for cybersecurity companies (Provider) or cyber/IT teams at non-cyber companies (Practitioner), priced at $395 per 12 months. Includes access to member-only events, discounts to events, full access to online community with job posting, and full access to Cyber Association Communities.
• Professional Membership Individual membership for cybersecurity professionals, priced at $75 per 12 months. Includes access to member-only events, discounts to events, access to online community, and limited access to Cybersecurity Association Communities.
• Student Membership Free membership for active students with .edu email or participants in Per Scholas or BCR Cyber Training Program. Includes access to member-only events, discounts to events, limited access to online community, and limited access to Cybersecurity Association Communities.
• Affiliate Membership Membership for businesses providing support services to cybersecurity companies (legal, insurance, training, staffing, IT/networking, real estate, banking/investment), priced at $395 per 12 months.
• Government and Nonprofit Membership Membership for government and nonprofit cyber/IT teams and affiliate organizations (economic development, workforce training, academic institutions), priced at $200 per 12 months. Covers up to 10 employees.
• Cybersecurity Awards Program Annual awards program (now in 10th anniversary for 2026) recognizing cybersecurity excellence across 8 categories including Cybersecurity Company of the Year, Cybersecurity Innovator of the Year, Cyber Workforce Champion, and Cyber Warrior Woman of the Year. Includes paid sponsorship packages and event tickets.
• Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Program CPE programs aligned with (ISC)² certification requirements, helping cybersecurity professionals maintain CISSP credentials. Includes cybersecurity summits, online courses, webinars, and in-person events. Powered by Shield 7.
• CMMC Summit Event focused on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements, implementation, assessment, and management. Held at 7000 Columbia Gateway Dr. Next scheduled for August 27, 2026.
• CMMC at Sea Seven-night Caribbean professional conference aboard Celebrity Beyond cruise ship (January 17-24, 2027), focused on CMMC implementation. Includes optional CMMC Certified Professional (CCP) training delivered by Edwards Performance Solutions.
• Membership Directory Online searchable directory of Cybersecurity Association members including cybersecurity companies, security practitioners, service providers, and academic institutions for business development and decision-making.

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• National CyberWatch Center (NCC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 June 2026Partnership announced awarding over 70 CyberWatch Stacked Credential Scholarships totaling over $300,000, offered in partnership with ISACA. Scholarships expand access to cybersecurity education and reduce financial barriers while strengthening the workforce.
• Johns Hopkins UniversitycoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 June 2026Exclusive professional development opportunity for Cybersecurity Association members to access savings on JHU cybersecurity boot camps and micro-credentials. Use code JHUCAMD26 for special pricing.
• The Cyber GuildcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 9 October 2025The Cybersecurity Association served as a community partner for Uniting Women in Cyber (UWIC) 2025 conference hosted at Amazon HQ in Pentagon City. The event brings together leaders to explore emerging technologies and build inclusive cyber workforce.
• DMV Rising ConferencecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 29 August 2025Cybersecurity Association served as Community Partner for DMV Rising 2025 Conference, an executive-level event uniting cybersecurity leaders from D.C., Maryland, and Virginia to explore innovation, policy, and digital security.
• Shield 7coreGTM or Marketing PartnerShield 7 serves as dedicated host and sponsor of the Cybersecurity Association's CPE program. Their commitment to excellence and innovation in cybersecurity fuels the mission to support professionals in staying sharp, certified, and ready for challenges.
• BCR CybercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with BCR Cyber Workforce Development Program provides free Student Membership to all enrolled students. Connects hands-on technical training with a statewide professional network, helping students build skills and meaningful connections for cybersecurity careers.
• Center for Critical Infrastructure Security (CCIS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCIS partnership for Cohort 1 of Think Like a CISO Academy, passing along volunteer opportunities for Cyber and AI Clinicians to association members.
• ADG CreativeminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerADG Creative provided comprehensive rebranding services for the organization, including a branding exercise crucial in shaping a modern and cohesive visual identity for the Cybersecurity Association.
• Edwards Performance SolutionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEdwards Performance Solutions delivers CMMC Certified Professional (CCP) training onboard CMMC at Sea event. Also provides Speaker Sam Bell as Speakers Bureau Committee Chair on Board of Directors.
• Per ScholasminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPer Scholas students qualify for free Student Membership in the Cybersecurity Association as part of the BCR Cyber partnership network.
• Celebrity CruisesminorOthersCMMC at Sea event takes place aboard Celebrity Beyond cruise ship sailing January 17-24, 2027 from Fort Lauderdale, FL to Caribbean ports including Bahamas, Mexico, and Grand Cayman.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• SANS Institute: Leading cybersecurity training and certification organization offering courses, GIAC certifications, and security awareness programs. Comparable as a cybersecurity education/CPE provider targeting the same professional audience, but focused on paid training rather than membership dues.
• ISACA: Global professional association for IT governance, risk, and cybersecurity professionals offering certifications (CISA, CISM, CRISC), training, and local chapters. Directly comparable as a membership organization serving cybersecurity/GRC professionals with tiered dues and CPE programs, but at much larger global scale.
• (ISC)2: International nonprofit membership association for information security professionals, administering the CISSP certification and related credentials. Directly comparable as a 501(c)(3)-style cybersecurity membership body offering CPE-aligned training, certifications, and member events.

Direct peers

• Cloud Security Alliance (CSA): Nonprofit organization driving best practices and certifications in cloud security, with corporate memberships, research working groups, and events. Comparable as a cybersecurity-focused nonprofit membership organization offering tiered corporate and individual memberships.
• TechNet (formerly TechAmerica): Nonprofit bipartisan political association for the innovation economy with regional events, advocacy, and corporate member programs. Comparable as a membership-based industry association serving technology companies with tiered dues, regional events, and programming.
• IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals): Nonprofit professional association serving privacy and data protection professionals with certifications, training, and networking. Comparable as a specialty professional association offering tiered membership and CPE-aligned programs for a cybersecurity-adjacent profession.
• ISSA (Information Systems Security Association): International nonprofit professional association for cybersecurity practitioners offering local chapters, networking events, and member programs. Closely comparable as a community-led membership association for individual security professionals, though with national rather than regional chapters.
• OWASP Foundation: Nonprofit foundation supporting open-source cybersecurity software and community-driven security standards through chapters and projects. Comparable as a nonprofit membership/community organization for cybersecurity professionals, though with a more open-source focus.
• Center for Internet Security (CIS): Nonprofit community-driven organization providing cybersecurity best practices, benchmarks, and controls used by government and industry. Comparable as a cybersecurity-focused nonprofit serving member organizations with standards, training, and community resources.
• National Cyber Security Alliance (NCA): Nonprofit public-private partnership focused on cybersecurity awareness, education, and workforce development. Comparable as a nonprofit organization driving cybersecurity community programming, partnerships, and member engagement without selling commercial products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CyberAssocX
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@CyberAssociation
• Facebookfacebook.com/cyberassociationinc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cybersecurity-association-inc
• Instagraminstagram.com/cyberassociationinc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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