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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:All Career Levels,WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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SUMMARY:ChiBrrCon 2026 CFP Open
DESCRIPTION:ChiBrrCon is Chicago’s premier vendor-free\, practitioner-driven\, nonprofit security conference where community\, creativity\, and technical excellence come together. Born from the icy winds of the Midwest winter\, ChiBrrCon delivers high-quality technical talks\, interactive villages\, and engaging leadership discussions—all without vendor sales pitches. \nThe theme for 2026 is Artificial Intelligence.  AI isn’t going anywhere (unless it replaces humans first). So yes\, bring your hottest AI takes\, but don’t worry—non-AI talks are still encouraged\, because cybersecurity is way bigger than just robots pretending to be smart. \n  \nSubmit your CFP HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/chibrrcon-2026-cfp-open/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
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SUMMARY:WiCyS | Grace Hopper Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join WiCyS and our Executive Director\, Lynn Dohm\, and Deputy Director Michele Tomasic to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our team\, connect with the local Chicago Affiliate\, snag some swag\, and learn more about WiCyS. Don’t miss your chance to enter to win a SANS training and certification bundle! The winner will receive a 4-6-day SANS Live Training course seat (in-person or live online)\, A GIAC Certification attempt aligned with the course (*where applicable) To enter you must be a WiCyS member and have your badge scanned at the WiCyS booth on-site.  \nGrace Hopper Celebration (GHC) is the world’s largest gathering of women in tech\, bringing together thousands of women from across the globe to learn\, network\, and celebrate their achievements. Founded in 1994 by Dr. Anita Borg and Dr. Telle Whitney\, GHC was created to honor the legacy of computing pioneer Grace Hopper and to amplify the research\, career growth\, and impact of women in tech. \n  \nMore information and to register HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-grace-hopper-celebration/
LOCATION:McCormick Place\, 2301 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107
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SUMMARY:WiCyS Houston Affiliate | Cybersecurity Summit Houston
DESCRIPTION:Join our Houston Affiliate at the 7th annual Houston Cybersecurity Summit to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate\, snag some swag\, and learn more! \nThe 7th Annual Houston Cybersecurity Summit connects cybersecurity executives and seasoned practitioners responsible for protecting their companies’ critical infrastructures with innovative solution providers and renowned information security experts. Admission offers attendees access to all interactive panels\, discussions\, catered breakfast\, lunch and cocktail reception. \n  \nScheduled Interactive Panel Discussions:\n\nWomen in Cyber\nIncident Response and Threat Mitigation\nEmerging Threats and Security Trends\n\n  \nRegister HERE and use code CSS25-WiCySHOU for a exclusive discount.
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-houston-affiliate-cybersecurity-summit-houston/
LOCATION:The Westin Houston\, Memorial City\, 945 Gessner Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77024\, United States
CATEGORIES:WiCyS Affiliate
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Securing AI: Keeping Promises\, Blocking Threats & Building Smart
DESCRIPTION:AI is accelerating both innovation and attacks. Security must keep pace—blocking threats\, using AI for defense\, enabling safe adoption\, and staying compliant. This panel will share how LinkedIn InfoSec is meeting these challenges to secure AI development and usage. Join us to explore how women in cybersecurity are shaping AI security strategies that prevent attacks\, uphold trust\, and simplify secure development at scale. \n  \nWiCyS is proud to provide members the opportunity to earn CPE/CEU credits for attending WiCyS Webinars live. To earn CPE/CEU credits with the following providers\, you must meet the minimum requirements: \n\nGIAC/(ISC)2: attend for a minimum of 45 minutes or the entirety of the webinar\nCompTIA: attend for a minimum of 60 minutes or the entirety of the webinar (webinar topic must relate to the certificate being renewed)\n\nAttendees who meet the requirements can log into BrightTALK to print out their attendance certificates to submit for CPE/CEU credits. \n  \nRegister for this webinar and view the recording if you are unable to join live.
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/webinar-securing-ai-keeping-promises-blocking-threats-building-smart/
LOCATION:BrightTALK
CATEGORIES:Webinar,WiCyS
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SUMMARY:WiCyS Silicon Valley Affiliate | Powering Possibility: How Al Transforms the Cybersecurity Landscape
DESCRIPTION:​Ready to see how AI is shaking up the world of cybersecurity? Join us at Cisco Santana Row for an evening where cutting-edge tech meets real-world defense. WiCyS Silicon Valley will kick things off with fresh insights into how AI is transforming the way we protect data\, spot threats\, and stay one step ahead of cybercriminals. Whether you’re just getting your feet wet or already knee-deep in the field\, you’ll walk away with practical ideas and new connections. \n​​​ \nPanelists: \n\n​​Ramana Kompella\, Head of Cisco Research and Cisco Fellow\nNeha Pattan\, Head of Cloud Networking- AI and Principal SWE at Google\nDr Yu Fu\, Sr. Principal Security Researcher at Palo Alto Network\nModerator: Karin Shopen\, VP Security Business Group at Cisco\n\n  \n​After the talk\, stick around for snacks\, drinks\, and a chance to swap stories with fellow professionals and our speakers. It’s your chance to ask questions\, share your own experiences\, and maybe even spark your next big career move. See you there! \n  \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-silicon-valley-affiliate-powering-possibility-how-al-transforms-the-cybersecurity-landscape/
LOCATION:cisco\, 3098 Olsen Dr\, San Jose\,\, CA\, 95128\, United States
CATEGORIES:WiCyS Affiliate
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