Open Comments Podcast Interview with Steven Bradley and Bonnie Demeyer
By Ash Patel
Steven Bradley and Bonnie Demeyer presented the SABSA Security Overlay for ArchiMate at The Open Group Summit in Amsterdam in May, and were interviewed by Ash Patel for the Open Comments podcast series, where they talked about their journey into security architecture modelling and their hopes for what it could bring to The Open Group, the SABSA methodology, and for practitioners in general.
The Open Comments podcast episode is now published here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2112772/episodes/17428881-open-comments-s2-ep-5-modeling-security-architecture-the-sabsa-security-overlay-for-archimate-with-steven-bradley-and-bonnie-demeyer
Also available on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/be/podcast/open-comments-hosted-by-the-open-group/id1804372822
Architecting Secure AI
1st – 3rd September
Our Accredited Education Partner, David Lynas Consulting (DLC), has just launched our TSI Approved training course – Architecting Secure AI. The initial course will run from 1st to 3rd September 2025, Virtual Australia (AEST).
Course Overview
Architecting Secure AI gives you the skills to architect secure Generative AI systems and account for the internal protections that make an architected AI system a safe and reliable business tool.
Our comprehensive and hands-on training helps you gain the knowledge and skills needed to be a competent security architect in the AI-enhanced Information Age.
Generative AI – GenAI – is a game-changer for the IT industry and has triggered the next evolution of the information age. Businesses that adopt AI are thriving in a global GenAI economy measured in trillions of dollars.
The pressure is on for security professionals to ensure GenAI systems are both secure, safe, and reliable to use — a new and challenging task.
Nations around the world are regulating to ensure secure, safe and responsible use of GenAI. By learning how to architect secure AI solutions, you’ll be part of this new secure AI landscape.
Our Architecting Secure AI Training Course is approved by The SABSA Institute.
For more information, do refer to https://davidlynas.com/sabsa-training/architecting-secure-ai/
Webinar – AI Security Architecture
30th July
In advance of the above-mentioned approved course, David Lynas Consulting will be hosting a webinar on AI Security Architecture on 30th July.
Join Dr. Malcolm Shore on 30th July 2025 for a webinar on AI Security Architecture. Learn how to architect security solutions to manage the risk from cyber attacks and malfunctioning AI.
- The Basics of Architecting with the SABSA ESA
- The Technology Used to Build and Operate AI systems
- Aligning AI with the Business
- An Understanding of AI Threats and Opportunities
- How to Manage AI Risk with SABSA
- AI Governance and Lifecycle
- The SABSA Approach to AI System and Information Architectures
- Understanding the Security Services Needed to Protect AI Solutions
- Understanding the Safety Services Needed to Protect the Business from AI Solutions
To register for this webinar, please go to https://davidlynas.com/news/ai-security-architecture/
SABSA World
SABSA World is the banner under which SABSA community members and practitioners can organise events and gatherings to connect with one another. SABSA World can be an evening talk, a weekday lunch, a study group or a casual social networking event and may be regularly scheduled or spontaneous and occasional.
All SABSA World activities are intended to be a welcoming space for everyone – and all are welcome – seasoned SABSA practitioners or just the SABSA-curious alike.
SABSA World London, Tuesday 9th September
How to Solve Complex Security Problems with SABSA
By David Lynas, SABSA Co-Author and Head of The SABSA Institute
Security is a challenging subject in an increasingly complex world. In this evening session, we will explore:
- Enterprise Security Architecture: What exactly is it and why is it valuable?
- A framework for holistic understanding and management of security and risk
- The concept of traceability to connect solutions with business goals
- The importance of choosing a framework that can be scaled and calibrated to tomorrow’s challenges
- The approach to providing a common language and common structures with which to cross domain boundaries and enhance collaboration
- Resolve the specialist risk dilemma and provide stakeholders with an answer to the “So what?” questions
More details will follow. Stay tuned.
SABSA London Study Group
Late September | Central London (Venue TBC)
Working on a SABSA paper? Stuck on a security architecture challenge? Or just need a few smart minds to bounce ideas off?
Join us for an informal SABSA Study Session in late September in central London. Whether you’re refining an exam submission, tackling a tricky security architecture project at work, or looking for some fresh perspective, this is a potential chance to connect with others doing just the same.
No slides, no pressure – just support, shared thinking, and a bit of good old-fashioned nerdy chat. One may not have all the answers – but with a few of us in the room, we just might!
Register your interest ahead of time by emailing Simon Cross early.
All are welcome.
SABSA World Australia
SABSA World Melbourne – A monthly casual networking lunch for the local security architect community in Melbourne – for both the SABSA-curious and the SABSA enthusiast.
SABSA World Australia events
Upcoming event in Melbourne
· SABSA World Melbourne – July Monthly Security Architects Lunch
Melbourne, Australia
Tuesday 29th July
SABSA World Groups
The following are pages for SABSA World community groups which organise events and provide resources to security architects around the world. For more information on how to join, help, host or participate in SABSA World community groups, please visit:
SABSA World Australia
SABSA World Australia is a community project focused on the Australian SABSA Community, but is open to all.
Links to SABSA World Australia pages, events, and resources can be found via the Linktree: https://linktr.ee/sabsaworldaustralia
Europe
Visit the LinkedIn page SABSA World Belgium for more information.
Looking to connect with the SABSA community?
Check out the SABSA Speakeasy Discord
The SABSA Speakeasy is a community-driven Discord server with a growing membership of over 100 architects. It includes:
· Architects sharing resources, ideas and advice with each other
· Channels for connecting with other architects in your area
· Study group channels for SABSA A1 & A3 Practitioner examinations
· SABSA World community organisers ready to help you
You can join the server by following this link.
TSI EMEA and APAC Liaison Groups
The EMEA and APAC Liaison Groups are an important part of the healthy function and future of TSI. LG members represent and advocate for TSI members’ interests in their region and promote engagement and development of the TSI community. This includes hosting community events, supporting Working Groups, speaking at conferences, building relationships and many other initiatives.
The Chairperson for each LG is invited to attend all Board of Trustees Meetings and represent their LG as a non-voting participant. This ensures close communication and cooperation between the LGs and the Board.
Interested to join a Liaison Group?
Both EMEA-NA and APAC LGs are always happy to welcome expressions of interest from community members who are keen to join.
Members who would like to participate in the LGs in any way are warmly encouraged to write in to:
EMEA LG
LG-emea@sabsainstitute.org
APAC LG
LG-apac@sabsainstitute.org
TSI Training and Certification
SABSA training is available through the TSI network of Accredited Education Partners (AEPs). Our training covers all levels in the SABSA training continuum from Foundation to Practitioner.
Certification by TSI is competency-based and requires candidates to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities required to use the SABSA method in the real world. SABSA Certification Examinations can only be taken after completion of training provided by a TSI AEP.
For more details, please refer to the TSI AEP website.
Upcoming Courses
A schedule of all upcoming SABSA-approved (non-certification based) and SABSA official (certification-based) courses can be found on our website here.
The SABSA Institute