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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:WiCyS | Executive Leaders Network
DESCRIPTION:The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights\, solve challenges\, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating\, this network offers a space for open dialogue\, collaborative problem-solving\, and strategic support. It also helps identify and elevate mid-career professionals into senior roles\, supporting our mission to strengthen and diversify leadership across the cybersecurity workforce. \nMeeting Cadence: Monthly\, Invite-Only \nPlease complete the form HERE only if you are a cybersecurity C-Suite\, President\, VP\, or Director.
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-senior-leaders-network-2-2-2/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Senior Career Level,WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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SUMMARY:WiCyS AI Affiliate | “Meet An AI Practitioner”:  Shefali Mookencherry
DESCRIPTION:Join Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) AI Affiliate for the next episode of Meet an AI Practitioner. This session features Shefali Mookencherry who will be presenting on “Strategies to Consider in a Complicated AI Environment” \nShefali is a seasoned professional with expertise in information security\, higher education\, privacy\, HIPAA\, research\, healthcare policy and strategy\, promoting Interoperability (PI) and compliance. With 30+ years of cybersecurity\, privacy\, and higher education experience – including 20+ years of healthcare experience. She is acknowledged as a cybersecurity and privacy Subject Matter Expert (SME). Shefali also has a keen interest in the adoption of innovative technology and provides leadership\, consultation\, coordination\, and integration of information processes with enterprise-wide information technology and information security and privacy strategies. \n  \nVisit HERE for more info and to join the event.
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-ai-affiliate-meet-an-ai-practitioner-shefali-mookencherry/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar,WiCyS Affiliate
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