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Identiverse 2026 CFP: Now OPEN

Virtual

WiCyS encourages its members to submit to Identiverse 2026. The annual Identiverse Conference is the keystone event for digital identity practitioners, professionals, and leaders. 2026 will be the seventeenth year bringing together the best across industry and enterprise to share insights, synthesize new ideas, and advance the state of modern digital identity and security. The […]

Take the SANS | GIAC 2026 Workforce Survey

Virtual

The cybersecurity workforce is under pressure. Demand for skilled professionals continues to grow, while AI is changing how teams hire, retain, and develop talent. The survey takes just 12–15 minutes to complete, and your input will directly shape the findings shared in the 2026 Cybersecurity Workforce Report – a trusted resource for organizations around the […]

WiCyS | Aspiring Professional Mentorship Program Applications NOW Open

Virtual
WiCyS Program

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. Based on NACE Career Readiness Competencies, the curriculum equips aspiring professionals with the skills, tools, and mentorship needed […]

WiCyS Talent Assessment Powered by Skillrex

Virtual
WiCyS Program

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 […]

WiCyS | Fortinet Winter 2026 Networking Fundamentals Bootcamp

Virtual

Are you ready to boost your cybersecurity career? Start with networking—the essential cybersecurity skill! In this bootcamp, participants will learn the importance of understanding technologies like IP addressing, layer four protocols and ports, routing, switching, and other foundational technical concepts. This education is delivered through the Fortinet Networking Bootcamp, which kicks off for WiCyS members […]

Ongoing

Cyber Quest Tournament by WiCyS & SANS Cyber Ranges | Applications Open until December 22

Virtual
WiCyS Program

Cyber Quest Tournament 2026 | Powered by WiCyS & SANS Cyber Ranges Experience 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 […]

WiCyS Professional Affiliate Leaders Only Meeting

WiCyS Professional Affiliate Leaders Only Meeting
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 […]

WiCyS Professional Affiliate International Leaders Only Meeting

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 […]

Webinar | Networking Fundamentals: Foundational Skills for Cybersecurity Success

BrightTALK

Ready to boost your cybersecurity career? Start with networking—the essential cybersecurity skill! In this introductory webinar, Bob Cunningham, a renowned Fortinet trainer, will provide a high-level explanation of next-generation firewalls. You will learn the importance of understanding technologies like: IP addressing, layer 4 protocols and ports, routing, switching, and other foundational technical concepts. This one-hour […]