WiCyS Professional Affiliate International Leaders Only Meeting
2025-05-07 07:00 - 08:00, 2025-06-04 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 Kansas City Affiliate | SecureWorld Kansas City 2025
2025-05-08 | Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS, 66211, United States
Join our Kansas City Affiliate at SecureWorld Kansas City to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more!
Join your fellow InfoSec professionals for high-quality training and collaboration, whether virtual or in-person. Earn 6-18 CPE credits through 20-40 educational elements, learning from nationally recognized industry leaders. Attend featured keynotes, panel discussions, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities. Evaluate top vendor solutions and meet with local chapters of security associations. Learn more about SecureWorld Kansas City HERE
Scheduled Speakers:

John Godfrey: CISO, State of Kansas
Monica Cole-Rowe: CISO, National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC)
Britney Kennedy: Global BISO & Director of Business Partnership, Cardinal Health
And MORE!

Registration Info:
Use this LINK and the codes below for discounted or FREE conference pass!
Conference Pass: $75 discount- WICYSSWC2
PLUS Course Pass: $100 discount- WICYSSWP2
Open Session Complementary pass- WICYSSWO2

WiCyS DevSecOps Affiliate | Meet and Greet
2025-05-14 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Virtual
Join us for a virtual meetup! Come say hi, play some games, and learn more about the affiliate! It will be held online on May 14, 2025 at 7:00PM Eastern. We will send out a link to the meeting beforehand.

Please register to receive the link HERE

WiCyS Houston Affiliate | SecureWorld Houston
2025-05-15 | Norris Conference Center – Houston CityCentre, 816 Town and Country Blvd, Houston, TX, 77024, United States
Join our Houston Affiliate at SecureWorld Houston to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more!
Join your fellow InfoSec professionals for high-quality training and collaboration, whether virtual or in-person. Earn 6-18 CPE credits through 20-40 educational elements, learning from nationally recognized industry leaders. Attend featured keynotes, panel discussions, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities. Evaluate top vendor solutions and meet with local chapters of security associations. Learn more about SecureWorld Houston HERE
Scheduled Speakers:

Brittany Opeloye: Director, IT/OT Security, ConocoPhillips
Roya Gordon: Deputy CISO, ENGIE North America
Octavio Herrera: Chairman of the Board, Oil and Natural Energy ISAC
And MORE!

Registration Info:
Use this LINK and the codes below for discounted or FREE conference pass!
Conference Pass: $75 discount- WICYSSWC2
PLUS Course Pass: $100 discount- WICYSSWP2
Open Session Complementary pass- WICYSSWO2

WiCyS NE Ohio Affiliate | Wellness Workshop
2025-05-17 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Cleveland Clinic, 3175 Science Park Drive, Building #4 Room ACIV4-424, Beachwood, 44122, United States
Join us for an in-person event focused on centering your wellbeing. Presenting to the group will be WiCyS Healthcare Affiliate member, Mari Savickis. Mari’s day job is serving as VP of Public Policy for the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME). When she is not navigating the swamp of Washington, you can find her teaching and taking yoga. Mari is certified yoga teacher and freshly minted certified wellness coach. She has a lifelong passion for wellness and her journey to improve to her and family’s wellbeing has taken several unexpected twists and turns.
We are all running at high-speed and sometimes (ok for many of us a lot of the time), it can feel like we are running on fumes. Mari will share some practical tips and help guide a discussion to help you bring yourself and your wellbeing into focus.
Please come prepared with three items:
An envelope
A towel or yoga mat
A recommended book, podcast, webcast, TED talk or movie that less work related and more fun/hobby/relaxing

Please register HERE

WiCyS Oregon Affiliate | Networking Event
2025-05-20 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | NW Natural, 250 Taylor Street, Portland, Oregon, 250 Taylor Street, Portland, O, 97204, United States
Join WiCyS Oregon and allies for an evening of connection and community following the CyberStrike event! This is a great opportunity to unwind, share stories, and grow your cybersecurity network.
👥 Who’s invited: Women and allies in cybersecurity
🍽️ What to expect:
Networking, community vibes, and light food & non-alcoholic drinks – generously hosted by NW Natural.
🎯 Why attend?
This is your chance to reconnect with familiar faces, meet new ones, and strengthen Oregon’s cybersecurity community.
Special thanks to NW Natural for hosting us at their beautiful downtown location.
📣 Limited space – Please RSVP HERE to let us know you’re coming!

WiCyS Chicago Affiliate | SecureWorld Chicago
2025-05-21 | Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
Join our Chicago Affiliate at SecureWorld Chicago to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more! Don’t miss WiCyS Executive Director Lynn Dohm moderating the opening keynote.
Join your fellow InfoSec professionals for high-quality training and collaboration, whether virtual or in-person. Earn 6-18 CPE credits through 20-40 educational elements, learning from nationally recognized industry leaders. Attend featured keynotes, panel discussions, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities. Evaluate top vendor solutions and meet with local chapters of security associations. Learn more about SecureWorld Chicago HERE
Scheduled Speakers:

Carol Glennon: Global Director, Cybersecurity Operations, McDonald’s
Todd Covert: CISO, National General, Allstate
Kenneth Townsend: Global CISO, Ingredion Incorporated
And MORE!

Registration Info:
Use this LINK and the codes below for discounted or FREE conference pass!
Conference Pass: $75 discount- WICYSSWC2
PLUS Course Pass: $100 discount- WICYSSWP2
Open Session Complementary pass- WICYSSWO2

WiCyS Kansas City Affiliate | FutureCon Kansas City
2025-05-22 | Marriott Kansas City, 10800 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, K, 66210, United States
Join our Kansas City Affiliate at FutureCon Kansas City to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more!
Hear from esteemed speakers while gaining up to 10 CPE credits. Immerse yourself in the latest cybersecurity developments to gain valuable insights in today’s dynamic threat landscape. Learn how to effectively manage risk, demo the newest technologies from an array of different sponsors, and network with your local community. Don’t miss the special ceremony recognizing honorary attendees receiving an Award of Excellence!

Register HERE

WiCyS Mid-Atlantic Affiliate | Virtual Affiliate Meeting
2025-05-24 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Meet the board & members of WiCyS Mid-Atlantic, learn about volunteer opportunities, upcoming events and all the cyber happenings within the WiCyS Community!

WiCyS Florida Affiliate | Digital Portfolio Framework: Navigating the Cybersecurity Maze
2025-05-27 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual
This talk will introduce a strategic approach to navigating cybersecurity careers, building a strong digital presence, and exploring open-source communities. Yesenia Yser teaches us how to navigate your cybersecurity journey with purpose using the Digital Portfolio Framework! Don’t miss out on these actionable insights!

Register HERE

WiCyS AI Affiliate | Meetup
2025-05-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join the WiCyS AI affiliate for a member meetup. We will discuss the upcoming events, provide updates on activities we have been working on, and share how you can start contributing to the affiliate.

Register HERE for this event.

WiCyS Nigeria Affiliate | Practical Cybersecurity Workshop on Incident Response
2025-05-29 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Virtual
A hands-on session designed to equip IT professionals, security analysts, and incident responders with the skills and strategies needed to effectively detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents. The interactive workshop will cover real-world scenarios, response planning, and best practices to strengthen the organization’s security posture and resilience against threats. The workshop is perfect for those looking to enhance their incident response capabilities through practical, actionable insights.

Please register for this webinar HERE

WiCyS San Diego Affiliate | Book club meet-up and discussion: The Science of Secrecy from Ancient Egypt to Quantum Cryptography.
2025-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | La Jolla/Riford Public Library, 7555 Draper Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92037, United States
Join us for our very first in-person book club meetup, as we dive into the fascinating world of cryptography through the pages of The Code Book by Simon Singh. This book takes us on a historical journey of secret codes, starting in ancient times and leading up to modern quantum encryption. From Caesar Ciphers to World War II codebreakers to the future of cybersecurity, the story connects deeply with the work we do and aspire to do in the cybersecurity field.
Why this book?
As stakeholders in cybersecurity, understanding the roots and evolution of encryption is not only inspiring but essential. Singh’s storytelling helps clarify complex topics, making them engaging and relevant for readers at any level.
What to expect:
• An open and welcoming discussion about the themes and lessons from the book
• Insights on how historical events shape today’s cybersecurity practices
• Sharing thoughts on how this ties into our own journeys in cyber and tech
• A chance to connect, learn, and grow together as a community.
#CyberHistoryMatters #CrackTheCodeWithWiCyS
Please register HERE for this event!

WiCyS Minnesota Affiliate | 6th Annual Golf Open and Tournament
2025-06-02 | Dellwood Country Club, 29 Highway 96 East, Dellwood, M, 55110, United States
Tee off with fellow cybersecurity professionals at our 6th Annual Golf Open and Tournament! Enjoy a perfect blend of networking and fun on the greens. Join us for a memorable day of golf and camaraderie.

WiCyS Oregon Affiliate | Social at Ground Kontrol
2025-06-03 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ground Kontrol, 115 NW 5th Ave, Portland, O, 97209, United States
🎮✨ Game On, Cyber Sisters and Allies! ✨🎮
We’re taking cybersecurity networking to the next level.
Join WiCyS Oregon Affiliate on June 3rd at Ground Kontrol, Portland’s iconic arcade, for an unforgettable evening of food, games, and powerful connections at our Women in CyberSecurity Networking Night, proudly sponsored by SHI International Corp.
🎮 What’s Included 🎮
Delicious dinner (Tamale Boy is on deck!)
Signature drinks
Game tokens 🎟️
Exclusive WiCyS giveaways
Connection with cybersecurity pros, allies, and aspiring talent
🎯 Whether you’re an industry leader, a student breaking into the field, or simply cyber-curious, this event is for you.
Let’s build community, share opportunities, and have a little fun while we’re at it.
Big thanks to SHI International for making this event possible.
Hosted with 💜 by WiCyS Oregon.

🎟️ Limited spots – Register HERE

WiCyS Professional Affiliate Leaders Only Meeting
2025-06-03 19:00 - 2025-06-04 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 DFW Affiliate | ElevateIT Dallas Technology Summit 2025
2025-06-05 | Irving Convention Center, 500 Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX, 75036, United States
Join our DFW Affiliate at ElevateIT Dallas Technology Summit 2025 to connect with WiCyS DFW affiliate members. Stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more. Do not miss the Women in Technology Roundtable “Catalysts of Change: Women Innovators Empowering Tomorrow,” which will be moderated by leadership from the DFW Affiliate on June 5th at 2:00pm.
This engaging panel will explore the challenges and opportunities women face in the industry, from navigating career growth to fostering inclusive workplaces. Panelists will share their experiences, leadership insights, and strategies for inspiring the next generation of women in technology. Attendees will leave with actionable takeaways on mentorship, advocacy, and the power of diverse perspectives in driving innovation.

Register HERE

WiCyS Austin Affiliate | Rock Your Resume Workshop
2025-06-10 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | 1212 Rio Grande Street Bldg 3000 3rd Floor Austin, TX 78701, 1212 Rio Grande Street, Building 3000, 3rd Floor, Austin, T, 78701, United States
Join the WiCyS Austin Affiliate at Austin Community College: Rio Grande Campus for an exciting event to amp up your resume game! Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this workshop will provide you with valuable tips and tricks to make your resume stand out. Learn how to tailor your resume to different job positions, highlight your skills effectively, and catch the eye of potential employers. Don’t miss this opportunity to rock your resume and take your career to the next level!
🪄 Your cybersecurity skills deserve a profile that captures attention—upgrade your LinkedIn with us.

Register HERE for this FREE event.

WiCyS Wisconsin Affiliate | Cybersecurity Summit Milwaukee
2025-06-12 | Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, 333 West Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
Join our Wisconsin Affiliate at the 2nd Annual Milwaukee Cybersecurity Summit to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more! The 2nd Annual Milwaukee 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.

Scheduled Interactive Panel Discussions:

Incident Response and Threat Mitigation
Emerging Threats and Security Trends
Technology Selection, Use, Integration & Orchestration

Register HERE and use code CSS25-WICYSMKE for a exclusive discount.

WiCyS Ontario Affiliate | Byte Size Connections
2025-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | 612 Harlowe, Toronto, 612 Richmond St W Unit 103,, Toronto, ON, M5V 2B7, Canada
WiCyS Ontario and TruNorth are excited to co-host Byte Sized Connections, a relaxed, in-person networking evening for cybersecurity professionals. This is a great opportunity to meet others in the field, share ideas, and build meaningful connections in a casual setting. Whether you’re new to the community or a seasoned pro, we’d love to see you there.

🍸 Details: Pay your own way – just show up ready to connect!

WiCyS Phoenix Affiliate | INTERFACE Phoenix 2025
2025-06-13 | Westin Kierland Resort
Join our Phoenix Affiliate at INTERFACE Phoenix 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 Mid Atlantic Affiliate | Hands-On Hacking: Cyber Range Edition
2025-06-14 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | University of Maryland Baltimore County, 1000 Hilltop Circle, ITE Bldg, 9th Fl, Baltimore, M, 21250, United States
Please join us for fun, networking, socializing, guest speakers, and hands-on practice at the Cyber Range, an event organized by UMBC and WiCyS MidAtlantic. Don’t forget to bring your own laptop that you have administration access to.
This interactive learning experience will walk participants through live demonstrations of real-world attack scenarios using a cyber range—an immersive virtual lab that simulates enterprise networks.

Please register HERE

WiCyS Chicago Affiliate | Cyber.org EdCon 25
2025-06-16 - 2025-06-18 | Lowes Chicago O’Hare Hotel, 5300 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
Join WiCyS Executive Director Lynn Dohm as she delivers the opening keynote “The Educator’s Edge: Igniting the Spark of Cybersecurity for the Next Generation” for Cyber.org EdCon 25. Please stop by our Chicago Affiliate’s booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more!
Attendees will have the opportunity to:

Learn about ready-to-implement lessons from CYBER.ORG curriculum developers.
Explore resources from industry experts in breakouts and our Exhibitor Hall.
Gain firsthand knowledge from K-12 educators through sessions and networking opportunities.

Session types will include:

Spark: 20-minute session designed to showcase an activity to inspire new teaching methods
Breakout: 50-minute session designed to highlight ideas for full lessons, courses, and/or multiple resources from an organization
Deep Dive: 80-minute session designed to provide a hands-on experience and a more robust understanding of CYBER.ORG content from curriculum developers

Register HERE for this event!

WiCyS Minnesota Affiliate | Launching AI-Enabled Careers in Health+Tech
2025-06-17 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Inver Hills Community College, 2500 80th Street East, Inver Grove Heights, 55076, United States
Join WiCyS Minnesota for a dynamic event that brings together healthcare and tech professionals to explore AI’s evolving role across the industry at Inver Hills Community College.
🔹 Career Resource Fair – Career mentoring & advising, free professional headshots, plus recruiting from local healthcare & IT employers and industry organizations.
🔹 AI Career Panel – Hear firsthand from healthcare+tech experts as they share career journeys, advice, and insights on AI’s impact in nursing, analytics, cybersecurity, and product development.
🔹 Exciting Giveaways! – Win an iPad or a free enrollment in WGU’s new AI Skills Fundamentals program.
We’re especially proud to highlight WiCyS MN member Jessa Gegax as a featured panelist! Plus, stop by the WiCyS MN table to connect with our community and learn more about how we’re supporting women in cybersecurity and tech.
Co-hosted by Western Governors University & Inver Hills Community College, this is a must-attend event for anyone eager to explore AI-driven career opportunities.

💡 Join us and be part of the conversation! Register HERE

WiCyS BISO Affiliate | Quarterly Topic Conversation
2025-06-18 15:00 - 16:00 UTC | Virtual
Join our WiCyS BISO Quarterly Special Interest Topic on June 18th! Hear from these BISO Experts, Gowri Quick, Irina Singh, CISA, CISM, CRISC, Olivia Phillips, Ann Hines, BISO, Security Principal, as they share their stories and insight.

Register HERE

WiCyS West Africa Affiliate | Breaking the Glass Firewall: Bridging Technical Expertise and Boardroom Influence
2025-06-18 15:00 - 16:00 UTC | Virtual
In today’s evolving cybersecurity landscape, technical brilliance alone is not enough, strategic influence at the executive level is equally critical.
Breaking the Glass Firewall explores how cybersecurity professionals, especially women and underrepresented groups, can translate their technical acumen into impactful leadership and boardroom presence.
This session will equip participants with practical strategies to communicate risk effectively, align security with business goals, and pave the way for stronger representation at decision-making tables.
Join us as we discuss pathways to influence, leadership development, and the dismantling of barriers between the SOC and the C-suite.

Register now HERE

WiCyS St. Louis Metro Affiliate | Cybersecurity Summit St. Louis
2025-06-25 | Marriott St. Louis Grand, 800 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63101, United States
Join our St. Louis Metro Affiliate at the 4th Annual St. Louis Cyber Security Summit to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more!
The 4th Annual St. Louis 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.
Scheduled Interactive Panel Discussions

Incident Response and Threat Mitigation
Emerging Threats and Security Trends
Technology Selection, Use, Integration & Orchestration

Register HERE and use code CSS25-WICYSSTL for a exclusive discount.

WiCyS Florida Affiliate | From Curiosity to Career: How Women Can Enter the Field of Digital Forensics
2025-06-25 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Please join our June Monthly Event featuring WiCyS Florida’s Vibha Puthran with a talk designed to inspire and inform women interested in breaking into digital forensics. Discover the skills, career paths, and strategies that can help you go from tech-curious to cybersecurity professional!

Please register HERE

WiCyS San Diego Affiliate | 2025 ANNUAL MEETING
2025-06-26 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | LPL Financial, 4707 Executive Dr. San Diego, CA 92121, 4707 Executive Dr., San Diego, CA, 92121, United States
This once-a-year exciting event brings our community together to celebrate the year’s achievements, connect with members, and look ahead to what’s next. The evening will include delicious food, exclusive WiCyS merchandise, awards recognizing outstanding contributions, and important chapter elections that will help shape our future leadership. It’s a great opportunity to get involved, meet cybersecurity professionals and students, and support the mission of advancing women in cybersecurity.
Talk about exclusive WiCyS membership rewards!! This event is open to WiCyS members only (current members or new to the WiCyS community). You’re welcome to attend and be part of this vibrant celebration!

Please register HERE
