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SUMMARY:WiCyS | Security Training Scholarship
DESCRIPTION:The WiCyS Security Training Scholarship\, made possible by WiCyS Tier 1 Partners and Premier Supporters\, is a multi-staged scholarship opportunity for WiCyS members. Those selected will participate in a reliable pathway to launch and advance in their cybersecurity careers through skills development. The focus of this scholarship is to award WiCyS members who are seeking cybersecurity employment within the next 1.5 years. The program is designed for students and/or career changers! \nBuild and leverage the power of community. During each stage of the scholarship\, a cohort is established with mentors and peers to help guide and support recipients. This powerful network will be there through every step of the scholarship experience to lean in on. The collective strength of all involved is priceless. \nGraduates of the program will be ready to pursue careers in cybersecurity! \n\n\n\n\nAll WiCyS members\, over age 18\, are invited to apply.  This training program is composed of multiple stages. Each stage has specific criteria. Throughout the program\, continuation to the next stage is based on performance in the previous stage and application data. \nWhat Makes this Program Unique: \n\nFinds hidden cybersecurity talent\nElevates those with aptitude\, grit\, and determination\nEmpowers all participants with real-world skills they can continue to build upon\nChanges lives by enabling final-stage participants to start cybersecurity jobs in less than a year of completion\nProvides direct impact on the cybersecurity workforce by launching careers\n\n\n\n  \nMore information HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-security-training-scholarship/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CPE/CEU Credits Available,WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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SUMMARY:WiCyS | Aspiring Professional Mentorship Program
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\nThanks to the generous support of WiCyS’ strategic partner\, Google! More information HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-aspiring-professional-mentorship-program/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260512
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SUMMARY:WiCyS | Rising CISO Leadership Development Program Applications OPEN
DESCRIPTION:The Rising CISO Leadership Development Program\, in partnership with Optiv\, is a bold commitment to shaping the next generation of cybersecurity executives. This is an exclusive opportunity for hand-selected\, senior-career WiCyS members and security leaders to master the influence required to step into a CISO-level role. It is a transformative\, 2-day\, in-person event\, held in Chicago on July 20-21\, 2026\, that leaves behind slides and lectures for fully immersive\, hands-on creative experiences. The program enables participants to discover authentic leadership\, understand their ‘why\,’ and build confidence through action\, reflection\, and genuine human connection. Guided by Jason Weiss’s philosophy\, it provides the clarity\, challenge\, and connection necessary for emerging leaders to explore authentic leadership\, master influence\, and build confidence. \n  \nSubmit your application today HERE
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-rising-ciso-leadership-development-program-applications-open/
LOCATION:Chicago\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Career Level,WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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SUMMARY:WiCyS Google Cybersecurity Cohort Program - Applications Open
DESCRIPTION:The Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate Cohort Program is a nine-course series that was developed to provide an understanding of the importance of cybersecurity practices and their impact on organizations. Learners will identify common risks\, threats\, and vulnerabilities\, as well as techniques to mitigate them. Hands-on experience with Python\, Linux\, and SQL is also included in the module. The courses are beginner-level and do not require any prior experience in cybersecurity. Though members can move at their own pace\, the program includes WiCyS Technical Mentors that will provide support with the coursework to help learners successfully earn their certificate in less than 6 months. \nWiCyS members accepted to the program will: \nBe provided a free limited-time license to gain access to the certificate courses in Coursera\nBe invited to the program Interest Group to engage in the cohort community\nReceive a digital badge to share with their network\nReceive a Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate upon completion of the program \nAvailable To:\n200 WiCyS Members who have not participated in the WiCyS Google Cybersecurity program previously\nU.S. and international WiCyS members\nMembers willing to fully commit to the less than 6 months it takes to complete the program \nApplications are open from April 22 to May 11. To learn more about the program and apply\, please visit HERE \n 
URL:https://www.wicys.org/event/wicys-google-cybersecurity-certificate-cohort-program-applications-open-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Early Career Level,WiCyS,WiCyS Program
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