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WiCyS Massachusetts | Stepping Stones for your Cybersecurity Journey: Certification & Courses
2024-04-25 - 2024-05-30, 2024-05-23, 2024-05-30 | Virtual
Join WiCyS Massachusetts for a series of virtual series focused on Cybersecurity Certification and Career Advancement! Whether you’re aiming to obtain industry-recognized certifications or seeking guidance on career advancement opportunities, our virtual event has something valuable to offer for everyone at every stage of their cybersecurity journey.
Topic: Progressing your career with Certifications and Courses.
4/25 – CyberWarrior
5/2 – CompTIA
5/9- ISC2
5/23 – SANS
5/30 – Keynote Summary
Audience: A mix of students (bachelor/masters), community college faculties, and Security/IT professionals (early to mid-career).
Duration of Talk: 45 minutes (An overview of different tracks/ certifications that their organization provides) + 15 minute (Q&A)

Cyber Defense Challenge Made Possible by Target | Registration is Open
2024-05-14 - 2024-06-14
Get ready for the third annual Target Cyber Defense Challenge! The challenge will give WiCyS members hands-on experience and a taste of what it’s like to be on a cyber defense team. From tackling intel-driven scenarios to experiencing current threats in the landscape, this challenge will offer many learning opportunities for members to hone their cybersecurity skills. In this year’s challenge, play both the threat actor and the defender during a high-stakes attack against a casino!
This engaging program is for WiCyS members to dive in, gain new learning experiences, network with an inclusive cohort of peers, work one-on-one with the Target cybersecurity team, and explore what incident response, threat detection, and threat intelligence are all about.
The top 10 participants will also receive a scholarship with travel to attend the 2025 WiCyS Conference!
To learn more and register, visit HERE.

Target Cyber Defense Challenge | Informational Webinar
2024-05-14 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Virtual
Join this webinar to learn more about the third annual Target Cyber Defense Challenge! The challenge will give WiCyS members hands-on experience and a taste of what being on a cyber defense team is like. From tackling intel-driven scenarios to experiencing current threats in the landscape, this challenge will offer many learning opportunities for members to hone their cybersecurity skills. In this year’s challenge, participants will play the threat actor and the defender during a high-stakes attack against a casino!
The multi-tiered program provided by WiCyS Strategic Partner Target will give WiCyS members a plethora of cyber defense savviness while providing opportunities to win a WiCyS 2025 conference scholarship!
Register Here.

WiCyS Minnesota Affiliate | Secure 360 Conference
2024-05-15 - 2024-05-16 | Mystic Lake Center in Prior Lake, MN, Prior Lake, MN, United States
Join our Minnesota Affiliate at the Secure 360 Conference to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more about WiCyS.
Secure360 is the professional conference of choice for comprehensive security and risk management education and collaboration and education for your entire team. Produced by the Upper Midwest Security Alliance (UMSA), the conference is excited to now be moving into its 19th year! Secure360 has continued to grow in attendance and popularity every year; a professional development event for students & career changers studying security industries.
Secure360 focuses on the following key session areas: governance, risk and compliance, information security, physical security, business continuity management, and professional development.
Register HERE

WiCyS Colorado Affiliate | Hosting CTF
2024-05-15 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | 4601 DTC Blvd #400 Denver, CO 80237, 4601 DTC Blvd #400, Denver, CO, 80237, United States
Join the WiCyS Colorado Affiliate for hands-on challenges covering a range of difficulties and a variety of topics from web exploitation to forensics. If you’ve never participated in a CTF before, this is a great place to start!
We couldn’t do this without Trace3, TCM Security, and MetaCTF Inc.
Learn more and register for this event HERE

WiCyS San Diego | Cyber Mixer
2024-05-15 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Alesmith Brewing, 9990 AleSmith Ct, San Diego, CA, 92126, United States
It is that time again. Please join us at the quarterly cybersecurity mixer on May 15th. This is always an amazing opportunity to connect with fellow cybersecurity professionals and cultivate relationships.
Register HERE

WiCyS DFW | Data Connectors Dallas Cybersecurity Conference
2024-05-16 | Hilton Fort Worth, 815 Main St, Fort Worth, TX, 76102, United States
Join our WiCyS DFW Affiliate at Data Connectors Dallas Cybersecurity Conference to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more about WiCyS.
Unite with fellow cybersecurity professionals at the Dallas Cybersecurity Conference, a premier event designed to equip you with invaluable insights for skillfully navigating the dynamic landscape of cyber threats in 2024. Immerse yourself in the wisdom shared by industry visionaries and influential leaders, while also engaging directly with representatives from top-tier global providers of cybersecurity solutions.
Embrace the Dallas Cybersecurity Conference as your prime opportunity to connect with peers and industry experts, all within an engaging in-person environment. The dynamic discussions will encompass a diverse array of topics, from emerging cybersecurity challenges to ingenious strategies aimed at bolstering your organization against the ever-advancing tactics of threat actors.
Register for FREE using code: WICYS

WiCyS Chicago Affiliate | Mindfluence AI Cybersecurity Leadership Forum
2024-05-16 | The Rose Hotel Chicago O’Hare, 5200 Pearl St, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
Join our Chicago Affiliate at Mindfluence AI Cybersecurity Leadership Forum to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more.
Our AI Cybersecurity Leadership event provides a unique platform for today’s most influential Technologists & Leaders in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning and Cybersecurity. The mission of cybersecurity platforms and products is to continually advance and adapt to the ever-evolving & growing threat landscape. We are now offering the chance to meet with solution leaders in AI Cybersecurity with the highly interactive Mindfluence Leadership Forum.
Scheduled Speakers:

Tiarne Hawkins: Founder/host/moderator, You & I
Eric Yu: Principal Solutions Architect, SAS
Debbie Reynolds: Founder, CEO, and Chief Data Privacy Officer, Debbie Reynolds Consulting, LLC

Leadership Series | AI in Cybersecurity
2024-05-16 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Virtual
The Leadership Series is a unique space for us to connect, learn and grow from shared resources and experiences. We appreciate you and hope you’ll gain value from this unique offering and invite.
Are you interested in learning about utilizing AI for research and learning? Join us for our next Leadership Series discussion to explore the positive impact of prompt engineering as a pathway to success in professional and academic endeavors.
For our May Leadership Series discussion, please join us along with WiCyS member and PhD student Paige Flores.
If you are a WiCyS volunteer in a leadership role and have not received an invite from Quiana Oates, email her at quiana@wicys.org. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

WiCyS Austin Affiliate | Cyber Security Summit Austin
2024-05-17 07:30 - 18:00 UTC | JW Marriott Austin, 110 E 2nd St, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Join our Austin Affiliate at Cybersecurity Summit Austin to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more about WiCyS.
The Second Annual Austin Cybersecurity Summit connects C-Suite & Senior Executives responsible for protecting their companies’ critical infrastructures with innovative solution providers and renowned information security experts. Admission gives you access to all Interactive Panels, Discussions, Catered Breakfast, Lunch & Cocktail Reception.
Scheduled Panels:

Defining Cybersecurity-Readiness – How Do You Evaluate Yours?
2024 & The Biggest Threats to Your Business – How to Manage Your Attack Surface & Protect Against Ransomware, Artificial Intelligence, DDos attacks & more!
Conceptualizing Cloud Security & Why it Matters Today

Register NOW for this event.

WiCyS San Diego | "Networking Over Brunch" - Quarterly Affiliate Meetup
2024-05-18 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Panera Bread, 5620 Balboa Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92117, United States
As our annual membership meeting approaches, we would love to get together again to connect and meet all those in our community. It was amazing to see everyone that came out to our last affiliate meetup. This will be a chance to meet the current leadership that has been driving our affiliate for the past year.

WiCyS | 45th IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy
2024-05-20 08:00 - 2024-05-23 17:00 UTC | The Hilton San Francisco Union Square, 333 O'Farrell St, San Francisco, CA, 94102, United States
Join WiCyS at IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our team, snag some swag, and learn more about WiCyS. Mary Jane Partain, WiCyS Program Director will also be speaking with students during the mentor-student mentee session.
Since 1980, the IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy has been the premier forum for presenting developments in computer security and electronic privacy, and for bringing together researchers and practitioners in the field. The 2024 Symposium will mark the 45th annual meeting of this flagship conference.
Register HERE

Webinar | Hey I Just Scanned You/& This Is Crazy/But Here Are Your Vulns/So Fix Them Maybe
2024-05-21 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | BrightTALK
Join Katie Wolfram, Sr. Engineering Manager, Product Security (Target), and Susan Witting, Lead Engineer, Product Security (Target) as they discuss open-source security vulnerabilities that can be complicated to manage. Expecting engineering teams to keep up with them while working on their regular business deliverables can be a burdensome task.

Come learn how we have matured our open-source security vulnerability program at Target for our 6000+ engineering team members. We have added it into our Security PI Score (a credit-like score that tells teams all the security actions they should be taking) and have many lessons learned to share along with major wins for how our program is running across our organization.
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

GIAC/(ISC)2: attend for a minimum of 45 minutes or the entirety of the webinar
CompTIA: attend for a minimum of 60 minutes or the entirety of the webinar (webinar topic must relate to the certificate being renewed)
Attendees who meet the requirements can log into BrightTALK to print out their attendance certificates to submit for CPE/CEU credits

Register for this webinar and view the recording if you are unable to join live.

WiCyS NorthEast Ohio and WiCyS Healthcare at Parker Hannifin
2024-05-21 17:30 - 20:00 UTC | Parker Hannifin, 6035 Parkland Blvd, Mayfield Hts, OH, 44124, United States
Join us for an evening of networking and a moderated panel discussion on career development, hot conferences, and trending topics in cybersecurity.
Scheduled Panelist:

Laurie Robb: Director of Product Marketing Trelix (Moderator)
Melanie Roush: Digital & IT VP Infrastructure & Security, Parker Hannifin
Tristan Mahan: Sr Information Security Consultant, Team Lead, Keybank
Anna Fennell: Sr Cybersecurity Risk Analyst Cleveland Clinic

Refreshments will be provided. Register for this free event HERE

WiCyS Florida Affiliate | Capture the Flag (CTF) on Training Wheels
2024-05-22 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | Virtual
Join us for a fun, no-pressure workshop on Capture the Flag (CtF). We will talk about what it is, how it works, why the cybersecurity community runs CtFs so often, and how you can sharpen your CtF (and cybersecurity) skills on your own. We will walk through some CtF challenges together and discuss how to solve them. Our goal is to build everyone’s confidence, so you are excited and ready to jump in the next time a CtF competition comes your way.
Add this event to your calendar! The Zoom info to attend is on our Eventbrite page linked below. No need to get a ticket, it’s free!
Register HERE

WiCyS North Carolina | AI Governance
2024-05-23 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Virtual
Danielle Strimbu will be presenting on AI Governance. The session will highlight key governance strategies to ensure AI systems are ethical, transparent, and accountable, safeguarding against risks while promoting innovation.
Danielle Strimbu’s career is a rich tapestry of experiences across various industries, including technology, healthcare, education, and retail. Her career is underpinned by a blend of technical and business acumen, relationship-building expertise, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge. A concern for how family medical devices and general technology were being protected, created a desire to learn new skills to protect our digital world. She achieved her M.S. in Information Systems Security in August 2023. Danielle is a trusted advisor able to work with cross-functional teams and external parties to align security functions and foster accountability to support risk management and governance programs.
Register HERE

WiCyS DFW Affiliate | Resume Review + Headshots with Toyota Tsusho Systems US, Inc
2024-05-25 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | Toyota Tsusho, 5850 Granite Parkway, Ste. 425, Plano, TX, 75024, United States
WiCyS DFW will be having a workshop hosted in partnership with Toyota Tsusho Systems US, Inc. We encourage everyone to come prepared with up to 5 resumes and dressed in professional attire. Light refreshments will be served.

WiCyS Partnering with identiverse 2024
2024-05-28 - 2024-05-31 | Aria Resort & Casino, 3730 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, 89158, United States
WiCyS is a proud partner of Identiverse, hosting its 15th annual conference. Identiverse brings together over 2,500 security professionals from a variety of industries for 4 days of world-class learning, engagement, and entertainment. Offering more than 70 hours of top-notch content showcasing enlightening keynotes, informative panels, and hands-on masterclasses—attendees can connect with their peers during networking receptions and fun interactive group activities like bootcamp, yoga, and more. Don’t miss your chance to join us and participate in world-class learning, engagement, and entertainment!

As a WiCyS member, you can receive 25% off admission with code IDV24-WICYS25 using this LINK

WiCyS Florida | SecureWorld Miami
2024-05-30 | Le Meridien Dania Beach at Fort Lauderdale Airport, 1825 Griffin Rd, Dania Beach, FL, 33004, United States
Join our Florida Affiliate at SecureWord Miami to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more.
SecureWorld events and programming foster Growth, Access, and Excellence among cybersecurity professionals. Conference theme for 2024: Legacies Untold: Revealing Cybersecurity’s Hidden Figures.
SecureWorld is… the stepping stone to grow in your abilities and career path – SecureWorld is… access to the knowledge and solutions you need, in the place you live – SecureWorld is… a unique experience with excellence in both speakers and content
Schedule Speakers:

Michelle Garcia: Director, Information Security & Compliance, Carnival Cruise Line
Sabino Marquex: Chief Trust Officer, Pantheon.io
David Sledge: Director of Cybersecurity, Avelo Airlines
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 Healthcare | Data Connectors Healthcare & Pharma Virtual Cybersecurity Summit
2024-05-30 08:00 - 18:00 UTC | Virtual
Join our WiCyS Healthcare Affiliate at the Healthcare & Pharma Virtual Cybersecurity Summit hosted by Data Connectors May 30th. Stop by the our booth to meet our members and learn more about WiCyS.
Don’t wait for a breach to happen, take action and safeguard your digital assets now! This is your chance to stay ahead of potential attacks by learning about the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and solutions at the Healthcare & Pharma Virtual Cybersecurity Conference. Hear from cybersecurity experts and leaders, and connect with other cybersecurity professionals from the region while gaining an edge against nefarious cybersecurity threat actors.
View the featured speakers and register with our FREE code (WICYS) HERE

Webinar | What’s New and What’s Next from the Center for Threat-Informed Defense
2024-05-30 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | BrightTALK
Join Tiffany Bergeron, Chief Architect, Mappings Program; Mike Cunningham, R&D Program Manager (MITRE) as they discuss MITRE-Engenuity’s Center for Threat-Informed Defense (Center) which conducts collaborative research and development (R&D) projects that improve cyber defense at scale. This webinar showcases the Center’s recent and upcoming solutions for advancing threat-informed defense with open-source software, methodologies, and frameworks. By expanding upon the MITRE ATT&CK knowledge base, the Center’s work expands the global understanding of cyber adversaries and their tradecraft with the public release of data sets critical to better understanding adversarial behavior and their movements.
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:

GIAC/(ISC)2: attend for a minimum of 45 minutes or the entirety of the webinar
CompTIA: attend for a minimum of 60 minutes or the entirety of the webinar (webinar topic must relate to the certificate being renewed)
Attendees who meet the requirements can log into BrightTALK to print out their attendance certificates to submit for CPE/CEU credits

Register for this webinar and view the recording if you are unable to join live.

WiCyS Nigeria | Career Guide: Dialogue with a Tech Talent Acquisition Specialist
2024-05-30 14:00 - 15:00 (Europe/Paris) | Virtual
Unlock the power of mentorship in your cybersecurity journey! Join us for the inaugural edition of the WiCyS Nigeria Affiliate Mentorship Webinar series, featuring the dynamic speaker, Salami Ajoké. Get ready for invaluable insights on finding the perfect mentor to propel your career forward.
It just keeps getting better, doesn’t it?
Save the date now: May 30th, 2024.
Secure your spot now with the link below!👇🏾
Register HERE

WiCyS | NICE Conference & Expo
2024-06-03 - 2024-06-05 | Sheraton Dallas, 400 North Olive St, Dallas, TX, United States
Join WiCyS at NICE Conference & Expo 2024 to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our team, snag some swag, and learn more about WiCyS. Do not miss WiCyS Executive Director, Lynn Dohm along with President of N2K Simon Petrella for their session Roadmap to Advancement through Skill Gap Analysis on June 4th, 11:30am – 12:15pm.
The NICE Conference is the annual convening of community members and thought leaders from education, government, industry, and non-profits to explore ways of developing a skilled cybersecurity workforce ready to meet the challenges of the future. This event provides an opportunity to share best practices from around the world and across sectors in order to build the workforce we need to confront cybersecurity risks today and in years to come.
NICE Conference & Expo: Strengthening Ecosystems. The conference will offer a half-day of targeted workshops followed by two full days of insights from experienced thought leaders from education, government, industry, and non-profits who are addressing cybersecurity’s education, training, and workforce needs.
Register for this event HERE

WiCyS North Carolina Affiliate | Techno Security & Digital Forensics Conference
2024-06-04 - 2024-06-06 | Wilmington Convention Center, 10 Convention Center Dr, Wilmington, NC, 28401, United States
Join our North Carolina Affiliate at the Techno Security & Digital Forensics Conference to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more about WiCyS.
Techno Security & Digital Forensics Conference has been the most important gathering of private sector and government attendees dedicated to the digital forensics and computer security industries. But Techno is more than a conference. It’s where the community comes together to learn, network, and share. As our flagship event in Wilmington continues to grow, we look forward to celebrating our 25th year and collaborating with leading agencies and companies from North America and around the world. We are proud and honored to be part of this special community and look forward to seeing you in Wilmington!
Use this WiCyS code: WiCyS24 for a 10% conference discount on Registration

Lynn Dohm Presenting with Simon Petrella | NICE Conference
2024-06-04 11:30 - 12:15 UTC | Sheraton Dallas, 400 North Olive St, Dallas, TX, United States
WiCyS Executive Director, Lynn Dohm will present along with Simon Petrella, President N2K Networks on June 4th at NICE Conference & Expo. Their presentation titled Roadmap to Advancement through Skill Gap Analysis will provide knowledge on how to tackle critical workforce shortage in cybersecurity.
Fast tracking cybersecurity education and career advancement is known for its challenging navigation. Amid a critical workforce shortage, Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) partnered with N2K to provide their members a more direct and informed path to career success and the subsequent comprehensive Cyber Talent Study that leverages member skills data. By utilizing N2K’s specialized assessment tool, WiCyS members quickly gained clarity on their skill levels and recommendations for professional development to achieve their ultimate career goals. WiCyS also gained insight into skills gaps that could be addressed through large-scale programming and will inform creation of programming, events, and resource development.
Don’t miss this talk! Register for NICE HERE

WiCyS Phoenix Affiliate | Book Club Discussion with Tissa Richards, author of No Permission Needed
2024-06-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | Virtual
Join Tissa Richards, award-winning author of “No Permission Needed: Unlock Your Leadership Potential and Eliminate Self-Doubt,” TedX speaker and repeat CEO for an intimate (virtual) fireside chat. Tissa will share more practical tips and suggestions on how to develop professional and personal ‘swagger,’ craft your ‘I’m Known For’ statement, and show up with confidence and presence to accelerate your career and success.
Please read the book ahead of this event and come with questions and stories!
RSVP for this free event HERE

Webinar | Breaking Barriers: My Journey to Cybersecurity Training, Empowering Teams in SOC Share Tweet Share
2024-06-04 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | BrightTALK
Join Paula De Albuquerque, Technical Trainer at Fortinet Training Institute as she covers the transition into the cybersecurity field and how diverse skills and backgrounds strengthen the cybersecurity landscape. We will delve into the creation of a training session designed for both technical and non-technical staff.
Experience the thrill of simulating a phishing attack in our hands-on lab demo. We show you how we guide students through detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents, offering a practical and immersive learning experience. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, this webinar will offer valuable insights into the world of cybersecurity training and operations. Join us to discover how diverse backgrounds enrich the cybersecurity ecosystem and how hands-on training can be a game-changer in understanding and combating cyber threats.
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

GIAC/(ISC)2: attend for a minimum of 45 minutes or the entirety of the webinar
CompTIA: attend for a minimum of 60 minutes or the entirety of the webinar (webinar topic must relate to the certificate being renewed)
Attendees who meet the requirements can log into BrightTALK to print out their attendance certificates to submit for CPE/CEU credits

Register for this webinar and view the recording if you are unable to join live.

WiCyS Professional Affiliate Leaders Only Meeting
2024-06-04 19:00 - 2024-06-05 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.
