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SUMMARY:ChiBrrCon 2027: Renaissance CFP Now Open
DESCRIPTION:New ideas\, new technologies\, new ways of seeing—and a whole lot of uncertainty. It’s remembered as an age of enlightenment. But imagine living through it. The world was changing faster than people could understand or adapt. Sound familiar?  AI and emerging technology are creating our own Renaissance. At ChiBrrCon\, they are excited about what’s possible and nervous about what happens next. For ChiBrrCon 2027\, explore both sides. \nLearn more and submit your CFP HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/chibrrcon-2027-renaissance-cfp-now-open/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:All Career Levels
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
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SUMMARY:WiCyS | CyberSecurity Awareness Month 2026
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month\, Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) has developed a toolkit to share with our community. This toolkit includes free\, effective tools individuals can use to mobilize the community\, raise cyber awareness\, and promote proper cyber hygiene to reduce cyber risk. \nUse the toolkit and learn about all of the initiatives for this month HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-cybersecurity-awareness-month-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:All Career Levels,WiCyS Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031
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SUMMARY:WiCyS | Professional Mentorship Program: Applications Open
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your cybersecurity career and expand your professional network through the WiCyS Mentorship Program\, sponsored by Okta. Hosted on a dedicated mentorship platform\, this 6-month group-based experience pairs experienced cybersecurity leaders with small mentee cohorts to focus on critical non-technical professional development. Gain actionable strategies in key career drivers\, including goal setting\, personal branding\, effective communication\, negotiation\, and leadership. \nWhat You Get: \n\nMentees: Receive hands-on guidance\, structured curriculum and resources\, career advancement support\, and peer learning in supportive small cohorts.\nMentors: Build leadership and coaching skills\, earn CPE credits (ISC2 and GIAC)\, access exclusive mentor network spaces\, and gain eligibility for mentorship grants.\n\nWho It’s Open To:  \nActive WiCyS members of all levels. If you are an undergraduate student\, you must be at least 19 years old and within one year of entering full-time employment. \nApplication: Opens October 5 at 8:00 AM CT and closes October 30 at 5:00 PM CT. \nLearn more and apply HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-professional-mentorship-program-applications-open/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:All Career Levels,WiCyS Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030
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SUMMARY:WiCyS Fellowship Program | Applications NOW Open
DESCRIPTION:The Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Fellowship Program is a multi-disciplinary leadership accelerator designed to advance women in cybersecurity. Running from January through September 2027\, the 9-month program expands access to WiCyS initiatives while equipping 35 high-potential\, mid-career members with the strategic\, technical and communication skills needed to reach executive roles within three to five years. Through technical training\, advanced public speaking\, and professional mentorship\, participants build lasting networks\, establish thought leadership\, and track their growth using pre- and post-program assessments. \nAvailable To: The program strictly targets a select cohort of 35 WiCyS members who meet the following criteria: \n\nProfessional Experience: Mid-career professionals with 5 to 10 years of dedicated experience in cybersecurity or closely related technology sectors.\nCareer Trajectory: Individuals demonstrating strong leadership potential with the explicit objective of reaching executive or C-suite positions (e.g.\, CISO\, CIO\, CTO) within the next 3 to 5 years.\nInitial Target Cohort: The first cohort of participants will target our international members\, specifically the UK and Ireland.\n\nWhat you get: \n\nProfessional Mentorship\nAI Learning Series Access\nStage Ready\nCapstone Experience\n\nLearn more and apply HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-fellowship-program-applications-now-open/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Mid Career Level,WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114
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SUMMARY:Bloomberg x WiCyS 2026 CTF Application Open
DESCRIPTION:Sharpen your technical skills in a high-energy\, hands-on environment at the Bloomberg x WiCyS Capture the Flag (CTF) 2026! Hosted remotely on Hack The Box\, this 24-hour virtual competition challenges 200 participants with real-world scenarios across web security\, networking\, cryptography\, steganography\, reconnaissance\, reverse engineering\, and pwn. Whether you are looking to test your problem-solving abilities or collaborate with fellow members\, this event provides real threats\, real competition\, and real experience. \nThe 24-hour virtual event runs from December 3 at 9:00 AM CT to December 4 at 9:00 AM CT. \nWho It’s Open To: 200 WiCyS global members who are early- to mid-career and students at beginner and intermediate skill levels. \nApplication: Opens October 26 at 8:00 AM CT and closes November 13 at 1:00 PM CT. \nLearn more and apply HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/bloomberg-x-wicys-2026-ctf-application-open/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Early Career Level,Mid Career Level,WiCyS Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261029
DTSTAMP:20260930T141519Z
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SUMMARY:WiCyS Minnesota Affiliate  | Cyber Security Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the WiCyS Minnesota Affiliate at the 16th Annual Cyber Security Summit in Minneapolis\, where industry leaders\, innovators\, and practitioners come together to explore this year’s theme: Human-Led. AI-Powered. Discover cutting-edge insights\, connect with peers\, and gain practical strategies to navigate today’s evolving cyber landscape. Explore pass options or click Register Now to secure your spot. \nJoin the WiCyS Minnesota Affiliate Breakfast: Game On: Winning Through Conflict\, Challenges\, and Change in Ballroom 3\nConflict\, adversity\, and setbacks are experiences we all share—whether in sports\, our careers\, or everyday life. While challenges may be unavoidable\, our response to them often determines our success.\nJoin us for an inspiring conversation featuring women athletes and leaders from diverse backgrounds as they share personal stories of overcoming obstacles\, navigating conflict\, and persevering through difficult moments both on and off the field. From competitive sports to professional environments\, our panelists will discuss the lessons they’ve learned about resilience\, teamwork\, communication\, and maintaining confidence when facing adversity. Attendees will gain practical strategies for approaching conflict productively\, overcoming challenges with determination\, and developing the mindset needed to grow through setbacks rather than be defined by them. \nWiCyS members receive a 10% discount. Please email kristy-minnesotapres-affiliate@wicys.org for your code. \nLearn more and register HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-minnesota-affiliate-cyber-security-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Bloomington\, 3200 East 81st Street\, Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Career Levels,CPE/CEU Credits Available,WiCyS Affiliate
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261028T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261028T143000
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Breaking the Glass Firewall: The Unwritten Lessons of Becoming a CISO
DESCRIPTION:Technical expertise opens the door to cybersecurity\, but reaching executive leadership requires lessons rarely taught in school or certifications. For many women\, that journey means navigating hidden barriers\, overcoming self-doubt\, building influence\, and leading authentically. \nIn this WiCyS webinar\, Microsoft leads a panel of accomplished security leaders for a candid conversation about the unwritten lessons of their leadership journeys. \nThrough personal stories and practical advice\, they will explore the transition from individual contributor to executive leader\, the hard truths women encounter\, and the strategies that helped them move forward\, including mentorship\, sponsorship\, and paying it forward for the next generation. \nKey discussion themes: \n\nUnwritten leadership lessons on the path to CISO\nHidden barriers and hard truths of executive leadership\nMentorship versus sponsorship and career acceleration\nPaying it forward and developing future cybersecurity leaders\n\nAttendees will leave with actionable insights to advance their own careers and help others rise alongside them. \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. \nRegister for this webinar and view the recording if you are unable to join live.
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/webinar-breaking-the-glass-firewall-the-unwritten-lessons-of-becoming-a-ciso/
LOCATION:BrightTALK
CATEGORIES:All Career Levels,CPE/CEU Credits Available,Webinar,WiCyS
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