WiCyS Sacramento Affiliate | Pathways into Cybersecurity
2025-06-27 17:30 - 20:00 UTC | Bike Dog Brewing East Sac, 1210 66th Street, Sacramento, C, 95819, United States
Co-hosted by two leading women-centered organizations—WiCyS Sacramento and Lead the Pack: Women in Tech Connect—this event offers an exclusive opportunity to hear from industry experts in the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity. Pathways into Cybersecurity is ideal for anyone looking to break into the field, connect with local professionals, explore career growth, and hear different perspectives from prominent cyber-leaders. Come network, learn, and grow as we support each other on our journeys into cybersecurity.
All are welcome and encouraged to attend!
Here’s what you can expect:
🤖 A panel of Cybersecurity experts leading lightning round talks related to breaking into cybersecurity, how they did it, different types of roles in cyber, and more
🤖 A Technical Recruiter well-versed in resume development, interview coaching, and market trends
🤖 Ample time to network with fellow professionals looking to grow their careers
🤖 A fun and inclusive environment built for fostering connection
🤖 Gift basket giveaway!
We look forward to an evening of knowledge sharing and connection! Please register HERE

Contact: Gracia (Mutya) Yanamura
gracia@wicys.org

WiCyS Professional Affiliate Leaders Only Meeting
2025-07-01 19:00 - 2025-07-02 13:00, 2025-08-05 19:00 - 2025-08-06 13:00, 2025-09-02 19:00 - 2025-09-03 13:00 UTC | Virtual
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.
Affiliate meetings are held on the first Tuesday at 7:00 pm CT and the first Wednesday at 1:00 pm CT of the month.

WiCyS Professional Affiliate International Leaders Only Meeting
2025-07-02 07:00 - 08:00, 2025-08-06 07:00 - 08:00, 2025-09-03 07:00 - 08:00 UTC | Virtual
WiCyS Professional Affiliate Leaders-Only Meeting: We are all Stronger Together. As WiCyS professional affiliates trail blaze 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.
International Affiliate meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 8:00am CT.

WiCyS NE Ohio Affiliate | 2nd Annual Networking Hike
2025-07-13 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | Chippewa Creek Gorge Scenic Overlook – 8263 Chippewa Rd, Brecksville, OH 44141, 8263 Chippewa Rd, Brecksville, OH, 44141, United States
Get Your Steps in with WiCyS NEO!
Where and When to Meet:
Date: Sunday, July 13th 2025 (rain date: Saturday, July 26th, 2025)
Location: Brecksville Reservation
Meeting Spot: Chippewa Creek Gorge Scenic Overlook – 8263 Chippewa Rd, Brecksville, OH 44141. Park here and we’ll start our hike from this spot
Cost of Hike: Free!
Bring water and comfy shoes!
Hike Details:
All participants will enjoy a trail suitable for all hiking levels (Wildflower Trail) and a break at the Harriet Keeler Picnic Area and Nature Center, offering water and restrooms.
If you’re a more advanced hiker, the Gorge Loop will be an optional, more challenging section of the hike that can be muddy and requires hiking shoes. Those who prefer to skip this can remain on the all-purpose trail.
Brunch After the Hike:
Join your fellow hikers for an optional brunch and additional networking at the Creekside Restaurant, which offers lovely views and delicious food. Brunch is at your own expense.
Please RSVP HERE as soon as possible so we can make a reservation for the group!

WiCyS San Diego Affiliate | Book Club Virtual Discussion
2025-07-13 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
WiCyS San Diego will meet virtually to discuss FANCY BEAR GOES PHISHING over lunch!

WiCyS | SANS Cyber Security Training at SANSFire 2025
2025-07-14 - 2025-07-19 | Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20009, United States
Join WiCyS’ Executive Director, Lynn Dohm, and WiCyS Mid-Atlantic for SANSFire 2025! Attend in person and receive a limited-time promo bundle—valued at $3,240—including 4 months of extended lab access and free NetWars entry. Get inspired by keynote, Dr. Johannes Ullrich, highlighting the Internet Storm Center, and enjoy bonus Night Talks. Don’t miss this chance to level up your skills.
Led by industry-leading instructors renowned for their deep knowledge and practical insights, this annual event not only boasts unparalleled, live Q&A access, but the opportunity to network with your favorite cyber experts! Filled with hands-on labs, simulations, and exercises designed to equip you with practical skills you can apply the moment you step back into your workplace. You won’t want to miss the chance to refine your skills during bonus sessions and activities, all backed by SANS’s legacy of excellence and expertise.
Join Lynn Dohm at the women’s connect event on Thursday, July 17th, from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm for an intimate gathering designed to celebrate and empower women making strides in the often underrepresented field of cyber. Participate in discussions, gain firsthand insights from pioneering women who have shaped the industry, and expand your professional network. Discover actionable strategies and inspiring stories that highlight the achievements and challenges of women in cyber. This engagement not only offers the chance to connect with like-minded professionals but also serves as a platform to discuss the future of women in tech.
Meet WiCyS at:

Wednesday, July 16th, 5:30 pm-7:45 pm: SANS Community Night
Thursday, July 17th, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm: Lynn Dohm: Women’s Connect Reception
Thursday, July 17th, 6:45 pm – 7:45 pm: Mid-Atlantic Affiliate Vice President Deborah Kariuki presenting

Learn more and register HERE

WiCyS San Diego Affiliate | San Diego Pride March
2025-07-19 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | University Ave. and Normal St., University Ave @ Normal St., San Diego, CA, United States
WiCyS San Diego Affiliate will be marching in the Pride Parade in San Diego!

WiCyS Austin Affiliate | July Social
2025-07-19 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Easy Tiger – The Linc, 6406 North interstate 35 Frontage Rd #1100, Austin, TX, 78752, United States
Join us at the WiCyS Austin July Social where you can connect with other professionals in the cybersecurity field. This in-person event will take place at Easy Tiger—The Linc on Saturday, July 19. Come network, share ideas, and enjoy some delicious food and drinks. We can’t wait to see you there!
This month, Jennifer Schieferle Uhlenbrock, VP – Finance and Sponsorship for WiCyS Austin, hosts our gathering!
Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals and grow your network!

For more information and to register for this social, visit HERE
(Note: Easy Tiger @ The Linc has two indoor levels and outdoor seating; although the group generally meets “upstairs,” be sure to look around!)

WiCyS Austin Affiliate | Digital First Responders - Fixing Patient Safety Gaps with AI
2025-07-23 18:30 - 19:30 UTC | 1218 West Avenue Austin, TX 78701, 1218 West Avenue, Austin, T, 78701, United States
Women In CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Austin and Jennifer Schieferle Uhlenbrock present Digital First Responders – Fixing Patient Safety Gaps with AI!
As a co-founder of Provisio Insights LLC and the VP of Finance & Sponsorship for WiCyS Austin, Jen combines two decades of nursing experience with cybersecurity expertise. Learn more about how AI-powered triage, biometrics, and AI-driven simulation labs can positively impact patient safety, reduce wait times, and decrease error rates!

Register HERE

WiCyS NY Metro Affiliate | Summer Mixer
2025-07-29 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | Fortinet NYC Office
Join us for an evening of networking to connect with other professionals and learn more about the latest cybersecurity trends.

Register HERE

WiCyS Healthcare Affiliate | Meet the Board
2025-08-08 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join us on August 8 at 12PM ET for a strategic member meeting.
This is more than a meet-and-greet.
We’ll be sharing:
Our renewed mission, values, and vision
Key priorities for the year ahead
Opportunities to contribute, lead, and shape the future of women in healthcare cybersecurity
You’ll also meet the new Board and learn how to get more involved in driving real impact across the industry.

Please register HERE

WiCyS Kansas City Affiliate | INTERFACE Kansas City
2025-08-14 | Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS, 66211, United States
Join our Kansas City Affiliate at INTERFACE Kansas City to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more!
IT Infrastructure is constantly changing, bringing more new challenges with it every day. From ransomware and the latest security threats to emerging developments in AI and the need for increased bandwidth and storage, it’s nearly impossible to keep up to date. INTERFACE is designed to help. At the conference, there is a combination of Best-in-Breed hardware and software solutions, along with local experts and organizations to help educate, advise and connect you to resources that can help you meet your goals.
Covering Information Security, Infrastructure, Cloud, Disaster Recovery, Communications, and more, you’ll find presentations, panel discussions, and exhibitors covering a variety of topics, as well as the latest innovations and best practices.

Register HERE

WiCyS Australia Affiliate | Coffee Meet Up
2025-08-14 07:30 - 09:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
WiCyS Australia is hosting its next Networking Coffee Morning across multiple cities—including Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra & Adelaide—on 14 August 2025.
Whether you’re deep in the trenches of cyber defense or just starting your journey, this is your chance to connect, share, and caffeinate with like-minded peers in a relaxed, welcoming space.
💬 Expect great conversation, fresh perspectives, and yes—free coffee for members!
🔗 Register for the event in your city and come say hello. Let’s build a stronger, more inclusive cybersecurity community—one cup at a time.
SYDNEY https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1487692461199?aff=oddtdtcreator
MELBOURNE https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1487710515199?aff=oddtdtcreator
CANBERRA https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1487716483049?aff=oddtdtcreator
ADELAIDE https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1511349750789?aff=oddtdtcreator

WiCyS AI Affiliate | Meet an AI Practitioner Series
2025-08-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
In this series, the WiCyS AI affiliate invites practitioners to share their AI journey and how they develop/use AI securely and responsibly, so our members can learn from their experiences.
It is scheduled to be a virtual one-hour session on the second Thursday of the month from 12-1 pm US-Central.

Attend HERE

WiCyS Austin Affiliate | August Social
2025-08-16 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Bennu Coffee Highland, 109 Jacob Fontaine Lane, Austin, TEXAS, 78752
Join the WiCyS Austin Affiliate for the August Social, where you can connect with other professionals in the cybersecurity field. This in-person event will take place at Bennu Coffee Highland on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 9:00 AM Central Daylight Time. Come network, share ideas, and enjoy some delicious food and drinks. We can’t wait to see you there!
This month, Cinthya Frid, Events and Programming Co-chair for WiCyS Austin, hosts our gathering!
Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals and grow your network!

Register HERE

WiCyS San Diego Affiliate | Reverse Engineering the Attacker Mindset: A Blueprint for Blue Teams
2025-08-16 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | North University Community Library, 8820 Judicial Dr,, San Diego, 92122
Our cyberspeaker series this month dives into the dynamic world of red teaming, where ethical hackers simulate real-world attacks to expose vulnerabilities and sharpen defenses. Discover how these high-stakes exercises, along with competitive events like hackathons and Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions, empower blue teamers to anticipate threats, strengthen strategies, and continuously evolve.
This event suits seasoned defenders in the field or those just stepping into cybersecurity; learn how embracing the offensive mindset can transform your defensive game.
Our Cyber Speaker for this event is Kailani Del Rio! An IT Security Analyst at Sycuan Casino Resort and a member of Tribal-ISAC.

Register HERE

WiCyS Florida Affiliate | Brunch Bytes
2025-08-17 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Tampa, Pensacola, Ft. Lauderdale/Miami
Join the WiCyS Florida Leadership Board and fellow members across Pensacola, Tampa, and Ft. Lauderdale/Miami for a relaxed, in-person brunch event to connect, chat cybersecurity, and learn how to get more involved in the Affiliate.

Please RSVP HERE to save your seat!

WiCyS San Diego Affiliate | Anniversary Meet up
2025-08-23 11:00 - 13:00 UTC | McGregor’s Bar & Grill, 10475San Diego Mission Road, San Diego, CA, 92108, United States
Come join us to celebrate as we enter our fifth year as a WiCyS San Diego affiliate. In five years we have grown in numbers, impact, and influence, empowering women in the field and those new to the field.
Come meet and interact with the leaders and the new and current members of the WiCyS San Diego Affiliate. Come, let’s eat and drink, catch up, network, and share experiences and opportunities.

Register HERE for this free event.

WiCyS Northeast Ohio | Convene: Cleveland
2025-08-26 - 2025-08-27 | Intercontinental Cleveland, 9801 Carnegie Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44106, United States
The National Cybersecurity Alliance welcomes the cybersecurity and IT community to connect, share, and Convene. Join our Northeast Ohio Affiliate at the Convene: Cleveland by the National Cybersecurity Alliance to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more!
Staying ahead of the curve of evolving security threats is imperative for any organization, and understanding the human element of cybersecurity is more critical than ever. Convene was launched by the National Cybersecurity Alliance to serve people who work at the intersection of people and security. It’s more than a conference; it is an unparalleled opportunity for security training and awareness professionals to gain critical insights, network with industry leaders, and learn about the latest advancements.

WiCyS is proud to partner with the National Cybersecurity Alliance. Use the code PARTNER for a 15% discount on passes. Register HERE

WiCyS Call for Volunteers | 16th Annual Billington CyberSecurity Conference
2025-08-26 - 2025-09-09 | Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Allen Y.Lew Place NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
Just Three Weeks Away!
Register to volunteer and have a chance to attend the 16th Billington CyberSecurity Summit. Meet some of the leading companies with over 2500 attendees and 200+ top speakers participating in more than 40 sessions and breakouts at the 16th Annual Billington Cybersecurity Summit, the leading government cybersecurity summit.

Sign up to volunteer HERE

WiCyS | ISSA LA Cyber Security Summit 2025 & Women in Security Forum
2025-08-26 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Annenberg Community Beach House, 415 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica, CA, 90402, United States
Join WiCyS for the ISSA LA Women in Security Forum on September 18 at the Annenberg Beach House in Santa Monica. Enjoy expert-led sessions, CPE credits, and valuable networking, all set against a stunning beachfront backdrop. Please take a moment to say hello and connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our San Diego affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more!

Kick things off early at the pre-Summit Happy Hour on Wednesday, September 17, at 6:30 pm, offering fantastic sunset ocean views and a relaxed atmosphere to connect with peers.
Register HERE and save 20% using code WiCyS/20

View the agenda & speaker lineup featuring WICyS board member Diana Kelley!

WiCyS Phoenix Affiliate | Networking Happy Hour
2025-08-27 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Hundred Mile Brewing Company – 690 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe AZ, 690 N Scottsdale Rd, Tempe AZ, Tempe, A, United States
The WiCyS Phoenix Affiliate board is pleased to invite you to our next in-person networking event! Join us for a night of fun, food, and conversation with our fellow members and WiCyS allies.

Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP HERE to save your spot!

WiCyS Australia Affiliate | Ask a Recruiter Anything!
2025-08-27 19:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Virtual
Join us for an interactive session where you can ask an experienced recruiter any job search related questions or how to craft that resume to increase your chances of landing that interview. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, we’ve got you covered! Learn the latest tips and tricks to make your resume stand out from the crowd.
About the Presenter
Join a conversation with Julie Tam, a recruitment leader whose experience spans over 20 years across the Asia Pacific region, Julie has worked in both executive search and in-house environments and across a range of industries that include Manufacturing & Heavy Industry, Fintech & Payments, and now Cybersecurity for market-entry, high-growth, and turnaround stage global MNCs. Originally from Canada, she has lived and worked in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and bases herself in Singapore (for now).
Event Details:
Date: August 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM (Australia/Melbourne Time)
Venue: Online Event
Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your resume and take your career to the next level. See you there!

WiCyS Sacramento Affiliate | Networking and Coffee
2025-08-30 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Mishka’s Café, 610 2nd St., Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) Sacramento Coffee & Networking
Join us at Mishka’s Café on August 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM for a morning of networking and coffee with fellow women in cybersecurity. Connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and build new relationships in a casual setting.
Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your network and engage with the vibrant cybersecurity community in the Greater Sacramento, Yolo, Placer and Solano County area. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out in the field, this event is open to all women interested in cybersecurity.
Mark your calendars and come join us for a refreshing start to the day! Please RSVP HERE

WiCyS Austin Affiliate | The Art of the Tabletop
2025-09-04 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | 1218 West Avenue Austin, TX 78701, 1218 West Avenue, Austin, T, 78701, United States
Join WiCyS Austin and Christina Barker as we learn how to build custom IR drills using MITRE ATT&ACK. Discover how to identify vulnerabilites, map attacks, and reverse engineer potential IOCs into actionable scenarios. Leave with the knowledge to create engaging exercises that truly strengthen your incident response program. All levels welcome to attend!
Christina is the Senior Manager of the Global Cyber Defense Team at Celonis, Inc., where she manages a global SOC responsible for all security monitoring and incident response.

RSVP for this event HERE

WiCyS Chicago Affiliate | Blue Team Con
2025-09-06 - 2025-09-07 | Fairmont Chicago, 200 N Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
Join our Chicago Affiliate at Blue Team Con to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more about WiCyS. Blue Team Con is the only annual in-person conference created for cybersecurity defenders, inclusive of anyone interested in safeguarding organizations.
Join more than 750 community-minded defensive cybersecurity experts for information sharing, relationship and career-building events, and defense-focused talks held by some of the industry’s leading cybersecurity minds. Earn CPE credits – 32+ CPEs available in 4 days!

Learn more and register HERE
