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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 Chicago Affiliate | Cyber.org EdCon 25
DESCRIPTION: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! \nAttendees will have the opportunity to:\n\nLearn about ready-to-implement lessons from CYBER.ORG curriculum developers.\nExplore resources from industry experts in breakouts and our Exhibitor Hall.\nGain firsthand knowledge from K-12 educators through sessions and networking opportunities.\n\nSession types will include:\n\nSpark: 20-minute session designed to showcase an activity to inspire new teaching methods\nBreakout: 50-minute session designed to highlight ideas for full lessons\, courses\, and/or multiple resources from an organization\nDeep Dive: 80-minute session designed to provide a hands-on experience and a more robust understanding of CYBER.ORG content from curriculum developers\n\n  \nRegister HERE for this event!
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-chicago-cyber-org-edcon-25/
LOCATION:Lowes Chicago O’Hare Hotel\, 5300 N River Rd\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018\, United States
CATEGORIES:WiCyS,WiCyS Affiliate
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Building Customer Trust to Power Security Success
DESCRIPTION:Not all security careers are deeply technical—some are built on effective communication\, empathy\, and the ability to form strong\, lasting partnerships. In this session\, Catalina Michaela Toea\, Manager of EMEA Security Enablement & Customer Audit at Adobe\, demystifies the world of security beyond the technical. Drawing from her experience leading a customer-facing security team\, Catalina will share why building trust is foundational to successful customer relationships—from the earliest stages of the sales cycle through the full customer journey. You’ll walk away with actionable insights into how transparency\, thoughtful communication\, and strategic engagement can strengthen relationships and build trust in your security organization. She’ll also cover practical techniques for identifying customer needs\, asking the right questions\, and staying ahead of industry trends—skills that are essential in today’s dynamic security landscape.   WiCyS 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)\nAttendees who meet the requirements can log into BrightTALK to print out their attendance certificates to submit for CPE/CEU credits.\n\nRegister for this webinar and view the recording if you are unable to join live.
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/webinar-building-customer-trust-to-power-security-success/
LOCATION:BrightTALK
CATEGORIES:Webinar,WiCyS
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