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Women in Cybersecurity promotes data protection among students
The Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) West Africa Affiliate has educated students at Kasoa Methodist Basic School “A” on safeguarding their digital footprint. The school outreach, held under the theme “Your Digital Footprint, Own it, Protect it,” formed part of...
Bengaluru: Kristu Jayanti WiCyS chapter earns global recognition
Bengaluru: The WiCyS (Women in Cybersecurity) Student Chapter – Kristu Jayanti (Deemed to be University) was awarded the ‘International Student Chapter of the Year 2026’ award. The announcement was made in Washington, DC. The award is given for outstanding...
New Research from WiCyS and FourOne Insights Reveals Skills-Based Cyber Talent Practices Can Deliver Over $125,000 in ROI Per Employee
Joint report shows mentorship, skills-based promotion, and third-party partnerships dramatically improve retention, hiring speed, and women's advancement in cybersecurity COOKEVILLE, Tenn., March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), the nonprofit...
WiCyS India Affiliate Launches e-Magazine: Gratitude Circle
WiCyS India Affiliae has officially launched the WiCyS India e-Magazine: Gratitude Circle! The Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) India Affiliate, in association with CXO XPERTS , proudly presents a special edition that celebrates the voices, journeys, and insights of...
LinkUp in Cyber – Fast chats, real Connections
2025 Student Experience Grants – Case study #3 Breaking into cybersecurity can feel daunting. Mary and the Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) Student Chapter created LinkUp in Cyber, a speed networking event connecting students with industry professionals – both on campus...
The Cyber Handshake by Women in CyberSecurity Sri Lanka Affiliate
In an increasingly digital world, cyber security is no longer a niche field, it is a National priority. One organisation giving efforts to strengthen this community is the WiCyS Sri Lanka Affiliate, part of the global movement of Women in Cyber-Security (WiCyS). WiCyS...
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Launches AI Security Accelerator Program for Maryland Members
New initiative equips unemployed, underemployed and incumbent women with in-demand AI security skills to help protect the nation's digital infrastructure from emerging AI-driven threats. COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS),...
Semperis Names Women in Cyber Security (WiCyS) as an Action Partner for Midnight in the War Room, the Groundbreaking Documentary on Cyberwar
HOBOKEN, N.J., Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Semperis, the identity-driven cyber resilience and crisis management company, today named Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS)— the premier global advocacy organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of...
WiCyS End-of-Year Recap 2025
Ring in 2026 by recapping the year that was for WiCyS in 2025! WiCyS 2025 Year In Review
WiCyS launches applied GRC training as demand grows for risk-focused cybersecurity roles
The Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) is expanding its professional development offerings with the launch of the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Intensive Training Program, a 14-week cohort-based initiative designed to provide early to mid-career cybersecurity...
BLOGS
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | Stop Password Pain: Use a Reliable Password Manager
A Cautionary Tale Emily prided herself on simplifying her online, digital life with the belief, “one password to rule them all.” She kept things simple by using one password for all her shopping sites, a different password for her social media accounts, and one...
My Tech Journey; Choosing to Begin
BY: Alethia Hines I’ve carried this dream for years — the dream of working in tech, of proving to myself that it’s never too late to reboot. For too long, it sat quietly in the background, waiting for the “perfect moment.” But the truth is, there is no perfect...
WiCyS Stories: Gloria Zayas’s Career Change and the Power of Community
“Although I have 26 years of experience in IT, I am relatively new to cybersecurity. Through my involvement with WiCyS, including the mentorship program, the AI Learning Series, and the Target Cyber Defense Challenge, I’ve successfully transitioned into this next...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | Protecting Yourself When True Privacy Is Impossible
The Fake Call That Seemed Too Real It started with a phone call that seemed completely ordinary. “Hello, Mrs. Patel? This is Michael from your bank’s fraud department. We’ve noticed unusual activity on your account. Did you recently make a $1,200 purchase at an...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | Fake Tech Support: The Only Thing They’re Fixing Is Your Bank Account
How a “Helpful” Call Turned Costly Aisha was working from home when a browser pop-up suddenly appeared on her laptop: “Your Windows operating system is no longer supported and appears to be infected! Your personal information, banking details, and other sensitive data...
The Inclusion Imperative: ‘The Women in Security Documentary’
BY: Cam Sivesind, SecureWorld The cybersecurity community often talks about two things: the relentlessly escalating threat landscape and the persistent talent gap. What's less frequently discussed is the direct link between those two issues and the industry's...
WiCyS Stories: Udochukwu Nwandikom’s Pursuit of Peace and Purpose in Cybersecurity
“I’m grateful for the chance encounter that led me to WiCyS. Even with a master’s in software and security engineering, I knew I was missing something essential: mentorship. As the only woman in my program, I longed for female mentors who could understand my...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | ‘Tis the Season to Be Skeptical – Shopping Online Securely
A Holiday Deal Too Good to Be True Maya was thrilled when she found a pair of name-brand wireless headphones advertised at 70% off. The website looked professional, the holiday promotion felt urgent, and she even received a confirmation email minutes after placing her...
AI-Driven SOC: EPAM’s Best Practices in Cyber Defense Automation
BY: Adelia Ibragimova Introduction Today, much of the effort in cyber-AI is aimed at automating everything possible. However, it is crucial to understand where this automation is heading. Currently, most initiatives and research in AI security are focused on...
WiCyS Stories: Rashmi Bharathan’s Mission to Empower the Next Generation of Cybersecurity Leaders
“WiCyS has been an incredible platform for me to grow both as a mentor and an entrepreneur. Through WiCyS, I have had the opportunity to mentor aspiring cybersecurity professionals, helping them navigate their careers and empowering them with the right resources and...
PODCASTS
WiCyS Presents Woman in the Middle Podcast hosted by JackiesinSecurity
WiCyS presents Woman in the Middle, a podcast hosted by Jackie McGuire, founder of jackiesinsecurity. The show connects seasoned cybersecurity leaders with emerging professionals, exploring cybersecurity not just as a technical discipline, but as a human and cultural...
Reimagining Cyber: Solving the Cyber Workforce Crisis
Women make up only a fraction of the cybersecurity workforce—and many hit a career ceiling just 6 to 10 years in. At the same time, millions of cyber roles remain unfilled, and the talent gap keeps growing. Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in CyberSecurity...
Cybersecurity Where You Are Podcast | Episode 136: How WiCyS Advances Women in Cybersecurity
In episode 136 of Cybersecurity Where You Are, Sean Atkinson and Tony Sager are joined live by Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS). Together, they discuss how WiCyS works to advance women in cybersecurity. Below are timestamped highlights...
Empowering Women in Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Lynn Dohm
In this episode, Jennifer Cox sits down with Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), to explore the evolving landscape of cybersecurity careers for women. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in this male-dominated field, the...
Women in Cybersecurity: A Global Cyber Sisterhood Ft. Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of WiCyS
In this episode, Ryan Williams Sr. interviews Lynn Dohm, the Executive Director of WiCyS (Women in Cybersecurity), discussing the organization's mission to recruit, retain, and advance women in the cybersecurity field. Lynn shares her journey into cybersecurity, the...
Empowering Women in Cybersecurity: Overcoming Challenges and Building Diversity with Lynn Dohm
Lynn Dohm, executive director of Women in Cybersecurity, shares her journey and highlights the workforce shortage in the field. She discusses the importance of diversity and mentorship, noting that those with mentors are more likely to advance. Challenges such as...
Rosalie Olmsted Featured on Distilled Security Podcast
Rosalie Olmstead was interviewed by the Distilled Security Podcast while attending the Three Rivers Information Security Symposium (TRISS) in Pittsburgh. Rosalie talked about the benefits of being a WiCyS member and ongoing initiatives.
The Cyber Talent Crisis: How to Strengthen Your Workforce Now w/ Lynn Dohm
In E1 of this new and oh-so-timely series, I sit down with Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS), as she shares her wisdom and unique insights on how empowering women in cybersecurity will strengthen the cyber workforce and help organizations...
2024 Cyber Talent Study by N2K and WiCyS
Maria Varmazis, N2K host of T-Minus Space Daily, talks with WiCyS Executive Director Lynn Dohm and N2K's Simone Petrella, Dr. Heather Monthie, and Jeff Welgan about the 2024 Cyber Talent Study. N2K and WiCyS have come together under a common mission to attract,...
Cisonomics Podcast: Cyber diversity in ’24 (Larry Whiteside Jr & Lynn Dohm – 10 years in!)
Larry Whiteside Jr and Lynn Dohm are trailblazers in improving diversity in cyber, Larry as a CISO, thought leader and founder of non-profit Cyversity, and Lynn as an award-winning leader and Exec Director of Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS). Here they look back at...