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title: "Contact & Collaboration"
date: 2026-09-02
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description: "Get in touch with Joshua A. Wortz for enterprise Zero Trust advisory, AI & SecOps masterclasses, technical talks & panels, UDL curriculum design, or security disclosures."
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# Contact & Collaboration


> Get in touch with Joshua A. Wortz for enterprise Zero Trust advisory, AI & SecOps masterclasses, technical talks & panels, UDL curriculum design, or security disclosures.

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Have an inquiry regarding enterprise Zero Trust advisory, technical AI & SecOps masterclasses, technical talks & guest lectures, or UDL cybersecurity curriculum design? 

Send a message directly using the form below, and it will be delivered straight to my inbox.

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### Alternative Ways to Connect

If you prefer connecting directly through professional networks:

- **LinkedIn:** Connect for professional networking, speaking, or mentorship at [linkedin.com/in/joshuawortz](https://linkedin.com/in/joshuawortz)
- **GitHub:** Explore open-source cybersecurity tools and lab environments at [github.com/SixFiveMil](https://github.com/SixFiveMil)

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