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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
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SUMMARY:WiCyS Vulnerability Disclosure Program (VDP) | Applications Now OPEN
DESCRIPTION:The WiCyS Vulnerability Disclosure Program (VDP) is designed to provide WiCyS members with hands-on\, technical training in identifying\, reporting\, and remediating cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Utilizing the WiCyS website and platform as a live training environment\, participants gain real-world experience in vulnerability discovery\, triage\, and reporting—key skills that enhance their résumés and prepare them for careers in cybersecurity. The program empowers members to become “Defenders of WiCyS” by fostering a deeper understanding of secure coding practices\, systems analysis and responsible disclosure processes. \nParticipants are encouraged to collaborate\, share insights\, and build their technical acumen in a supportive community environment. The VDP is open to all WiCyS members and serves as a stepping stone toward more advanced training and industry engagement. \nThe VDP program will run from June 2\, 2025\, to June 1\, 2026. Applications will be open continuously from May 5\, 2025\, to May 1\, 2026—members can apply anytime. \nAvailable to:\n\nWiCyS members of all experience levels (domestic or international)\nProfessionals seeking hands-on experience\nIndividuals interested in vulnerability discovery and reporting\nMembers looking to strengthen offensive and defensive security skills\n\nWhat You Get:\n\nAccess to a live\, real-world training environment using the WiCyS platform\nOpportunities to discover\, report\, and triage actual vulnerabilities\nExposure to responsible disclosure processes and secure coding principles\nPotential future involvement in a formal bug bounty program through industry partnerships\nAnd More!\n\nProgram Details:\n\nProgram Runs June 2\, 2025 – June 1\, 2026\nApplication Open: May 5\, 2025 – May 1\, 2026\nLaunch webinar: May 27\, 1-2 pm CT\n\n  \nMore details about the VDP program and to apply visit HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-vulnerability-disclosure-program-vdp-applications-open-may-5th/2025-05-05/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250828
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SUMMARY:WiCyS | Professional Mentorship Program Enrollment OPEN
DESCRIPTION:This 9-month mentorship program\, exclusively for WiCyS members\, is designed to elevate and upskill women in their careers by enhancing skills in areas such as influence\, negotiation\, leadership\, work/life harmony\, and communication. We are all continual learners\, and engaging in a meaningful mentoring relationship can sharpen your professional development\, keep you focused on intentional career outcomes\, and open your mind to new ideas and possibilities. Research shows that mentees are promoted five times more often than those without mentors\, and mentors are six times more likely to be promoted. Don’t miss this chance to inspire or be inspired through being a mentor or mentee (or both)! \nThe WiCyS Professional Mentorship Program is open to all WiCyS members who are at least 19 years old. If you are currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree\, you must be in your senior year or beyond (having completed at least 90 credit hours) to be eligible. \nBeing engaged in a meaningful mentoring relationship can only help you sharpen your professional development skills\, remain focused on intentional career outcomes\, and open your mind to new ideas and possibilities! \nGo to our website for more information or to enroll today! \n2025-2026 PROGRAM TIMELINE \nJuly 30\, 2025: Enrollment Opens at 8 am CT\n(Enrollees must be a registered WiCyS member – 19 years or older (if current university undergrad\, must be in senior year [>90 hrs completed] to be eligible; enrollment is open to international WiCyS members) \nAugust 5\, 2025: Informational Webinar at 12 pm CT \nAugust 27\, 2025: Enrollment Closes at 5 pm CT \nSeptember 2\, 2025: Acceptance status notifications sent to Mentors/Mentees \nSeptember 17\, 2025: Mentor Launch at 11 am CT (this will be recorded and shared) \nSeptember 17\, 2025: Mentee Launch at 12 pm CT (this will be recorded and shared) \nSeptember 22\, 2025: Group Announcement Emails Sent with Cohort Details by EOD \nOctober 1\, 2025 – June 30\, 2026: Professional Mentorship Program Run
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-professional-mentorship-program-enrollment-open/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250831
DTSTAMP:20260410T171337
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SUMMARY:WiCyS | Security Training Scholarship Applications Open
DESCRIPTION:The WiCyS Security Training Scholarship made possible by WiCyS Tier 1 Partners and Premier Supporters is a multi-staged scholarship opportunity for WiCyS members. Those selected will participate in a reliable pathway to launch and advance in their cybersecurity careers through skills development. The focus of this scholarship is to award WiCyS members who are seeking cybersecurity employment within the next 1.5 years. The program is designed for students and/or career changers! \nBuild and leverage the power of community. During each stage of the scholarship\, a cohort is established with mentors and peers to help guide and support recipients. This powerful network will be there through every step of the scholarship experience to lean in on. The collective strength of all involved is priceless. \nGraduates of the program will be ready to pursue careers in cybersecurity! \n\n\n\n\nAll WiCyS members\, over age 18\, are invited to apply.  This training program is composed of multiple stages. Each stage has specific criteria. Throughout the program\, continuation to the next stage is based on performance in the previous stage and application data. \nWhat Makes this Program Unique: \n\nFinds hidden cybersecurity talent\nElevates those with aptitude\, grit\, and determination\nEmpowers all participants with real-world skills they can continue to build upon\nChanges lives by enabling final-stage participants to start cybersecurity jobs in less than a year of completion\nProvides direct impact on the cybersecurity workforce by launching careers\n\n\n\n  \nMore information and submit your application HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-security-training-scholarship-applications-open/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250808
DTSTAMP:20260410T171337
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SUMMARY:WiCyS | BlackHat USA 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join WiCyS and our Executive Director\, Lynn Dohm\, at BlackHat USA 2025 to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate\, snag some swag\, and learn more about WiCyS. \nBlack Hat USA returns to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas with a 6-day program. The event will open with four days of specialized cybersecurity Trainings (August 2-5)\, with courses for all skill levels. Also taking place during Black Hat USA is Summit Day on Tuesday\, August 5\, followed by the two-day main conference on August 6 & 7 featuring more than 100 selected Briefings\, dozens of open-source tool demos in Arsenal\, a robust Business Hall\, networking and social events\, and much more. \n  \nUse code WICYS when you register HERE for discount passes: \n\n$200 discount off the current price of one (1) live\, in-person Briefings pass\nOR $100 discount off the current price for one (1) Business Hall Only pass\n\n  \nLearn more about the event and available pass types!
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-blackhat-usa-2025/
LOCATION:Mandalay Bay Convention Center\, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89119\, United States
CATEGORIES:WiCyS
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250807
DTSTAMP:20260410T171337
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SUMMARY:WiCyS | SquadCon 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join WiCyS at SquadCon 2025 to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our team\, snag some swag\, and learn more about WiCyS. Do not miss WiCyS CyberSecurity and  Technology Manager Quintana Patterson’s panel Breaking the Silence: Women Defining Their Space in Cybersecurity on Tuesday\, August 5th on the main stage. \nSquadCon `25: Victory by Design is a two-day conference powered by BGH Foundation dba BlackGirlsHack . This conference is in Las Vegas during Hacker Summer Camp. SquadCon `25 will be held at the Sahara Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. There will have amazing keynotes\, discussion panels\, beginner-friendly hands-on workshops\, and a fantastic lineup of research and fireside chats on some of the latest edge trends in cybersecurity. \n  \nRegister HERE \n  \nIf you will be attending BlackHat USA and would like a complimentary pass to SqaudCon\, please email cameron@wicys.org (Qualities Limited\, first come\, first served)
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-squadcon-2025/
LOCATION:Sahara Las Vegas\, 2535 S Las Vegas Blvd\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89109\, United States
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SUMMARY:WiCyS | BlackHat USA Day Zero
DESCRIPTION:Join Lynn Dohm and Michele Tomasic at BlackHat USA Day Zero in South Pacific EF\, Level 0 for a networking and preview reception to kick off your Black Hat experience\, build out your schedule\, and connect with like-minded members of the cyber community. Whether you are a first-time or long-time Black Hat attendee\, we invite you to join us at Day Zero! Lynn and Michele will be there representing WiCyS. Stop by to connect to learn\, and engage with WiCyS leaders \n  \nLearn more and register for BlackHat HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-blackhat-usa-day-zero/
LOCATION:Mandalay Bay Convention Center\, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89119\, United States
CATEGORIES:WiCyS
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250805T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T171337
CREATED:20250110T151714Z
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SUMMARY:WiCyS Professional Affiliate Leaders Only Meeting
DESCRIPTION:WiCyS Professional Affiliate Leaders-Only Meeting: We are all Stronger Together. As WiCyS professional affiliates trailblaze through their regional\, specialty\, or corporate affiliate programs\, we collectively meet monthly in a leadership capacity to sync up on WiCyS global updates\, best practices\, upcoming events\, and Q&A. \nAffiliate meetings are held on the first Tuesday at 7:00 pm CT and the first Wednesday at 1:00 pm CT of the month.
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-professional-affiliate-leaders-only-meeting-9/2025-08-05/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WiCyS,WiCyS Affiliate
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