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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 | Aspiring Professional Mentorship Program Applications NOW Open
DESCRIPTION:The WiCyS Aspiring Professional Mentorship Program connects undergraduate WiCyS student members with experienced mentors across the cybersecurity industry. This 4-month group-based mentorship experience helps students build core career readiness skills while engaging in a supportive\, empowering community. \nBased on NACE Career Readiness Competencies\, the curriculum equips aspiring professionals with the skills\, tools\, and mentorship needed to confidently enter the workforce and thrive. We will be accepting 300 undergraduate mentees and 100 mentors of all levels. Application acceptance will be based upon date of submission and mentor availability. \n\n\n\n2025-2026 Professional Mentorship Program Timeline\n\n\n\n\nDecember 1\, 2025: Applications Open at 8 am CT\nMentees: Open to active WiCyS Student Members – (undergraduate level\, including international students)\nMentors: Open to any active WiCyS Member (with at least one year of full-time professional workforce experience) passionate about guiding the next generation of cyber talent \nDecember 17\, 2025: Applications Close at 5 pm CT (unless max capacity reached before) \nDecember 22\, 2025: Acceptance status notifications sent to Mentors/Mentees \nJanuary 6\, 2026: Deadline to complete Together registration \nJanuary 27\, 2026: Mentor Launch at 11 am CT (this will be recorded and shared) \nJanuary 27\, 2026: Mentee Launch at 1 pm CT (this will be recorded and shared) \nJanuary 29\, 2026: Group Announcement Emails Sent with Cohort Details by EOD \nFebruary 2\, 2026 – May 29\, 2026: Program Runs (~16 weeks) \n\n\n  \nThanks to the generous support of WiCyS’ strategic partner\, Google! More information and apply HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-aspiring-professional-mentorship-program-applications-now-open/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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SUMMARY:WiCyS Talent Assessment Powered by Skillrex
DESCRIPTION:WiCyS and skillrex have partnered to launch the WiCyS Talent Assessment\, a vital research tool designed to better understand the background\, skills\, and professional development needs of our members. This is not a test or a certification exam\, and no prerequisite knowledge is required. By participating between December 1 and December 31\, 2025\, you’ll help identify current skill trends within the WiCyS community. The assessment is completed fully online\, takes approximately 60 minutes (with the ability to take breaks between tasks)\, and requires a laptop or desktop computer for the best experience. As a participant\, you’ll receive a personal report with your score from a knowledge-based quiz aligned with industry standards (like NIST-NICE)\, giving you a clear understanding of your areas of expertise and potential skill gaps. All responses are securely stored by skillrex\, and only anonymized data will be shared with WiCyS leadership. \n  \nLearn more and participate in the assessment HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-talent-assessment-powered-by-skillrex/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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SUMMARY:Cyber Quest Tournament by WiCyS & SANS Cyber Ranges | Applications Open until December 22
DESCRIPTION:Cyber Quest Tournament 2026 | Powered by WiCyS & SANS Cyber Ranges \nExperience the ultimate tournament event with SANS Skills Quest by NetWars\, the latest SANS Cyber Ranges cybersecurity hands-on training solution\, designed to enhance and validate skills for all cybersecurity roles and levels. Practice existing techniques\, develop new tactics\, and gain experience in a safe\, isolated environment with realistic\, replicated networks and systems. The SANS Skills Quest by NetWars features scenarios continuously updated to reflect the latest threat landscape\, ensuring learners engage with current and practical challenges. \nThis 3-day event will be virtual ONLY from January 20-22\, 2026. \nThe challenge categories may include SIEM/ELK threat hunting\, Cyber Threat Intelligence\, Python Coding Essentials\, Linux Fundamentals\, PowerShell Fundamentals\, Social Engineering\, Regular Expressions\, Firewall Fundamentals\, Network Scanning and Enumeration. While participation is individual\, collaboration is permitted. \nThe cyber range is hosted on the ranges.io platform and will remain open for 60 hours! \nThis is available to: WiCyS Members with 1- 2 years of post graduate industry experience in early career level and 300 WiCyS members will be selected to participate after the application process \nApplications open Dec. 2 – Dec. 22. Please apply HERE and view details\, requirements and timeline
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-sans-cyber-ranges-tournament/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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