WiCyS - Women in Cybersecurity

WiCyS BISO Affiliate | Quarterly Topic Conversation
2025-06-18 15:00 - 16:00 UTC | Virtual
Join our WiCyS BISO Quarterly Special Interest Topic on June 18th! Hear from these BISO Experts, Gowri Quick, Irina Singh, CISA, CISM, CRISC, Olivia Phillips, Ann Hines, BISO, Security Principal, as they share their stories and insight.

Register HERE

WiCyS Minnesota Affiliate | Launching AI-Enabled Careers in Health+Tech
2025-06-17 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Inver Hills Community College, 2500 80th Street East, Inver Grove Heights, 55076, United States
Join WiCyS Minnesota for a dynamic event that brings together healthcare and tech professionals to explore AI’s evolving role across the industry at Inver Hills Community College.
🔹 Career Resource Fair – Career mentoring & advising, free professional headshots, plus recruiting from local healthcare & IT employers and industry organizations.
🔹 AI Career Panel – Hear firsthand from healthcare+tech experts as they share career journeys, advice, and insights on AI’s impact in nursing, analytics, cybersecurity, and product development.
🔹 Exciting Giveaways! – Win an iPad or a free enrollment in WGU’s new AI Skills Fundamentals program.
We’re especially proud to highlight WiCyS MN member Jessa Gegax as a featured panelist! Plus, stop by the WiCyS MN table to connect with our community and learn more about how we’re supporting women in cybersecurity and tech.
Co-hosted by Western Governors University & Inver Hills Community College, this is a must-attend event for anyone eager to explore AI-driven career opportunities.

💡 Join us and be part of the conversation! Register HERE

WiCyS AI Learning Series Program | Securing the Use of Third-Party AI/ML Products
2025-06-17 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Virtual
Explore how to evaluate and manage the security risks of integrating third-party AI/ML tools. This session will focus on supply chain considerations, vendor risk assessments, and strategies for maintaining trust in outsourced AI systems.
The AI Learning Series, presented by the WiCyS global team and the AI Affiliate, is a comprehensive program designed to equip cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. The series features six, 90-minute modules led by industry experts, covering topics from AI fundamentals and their intersection with cybersecurity to risks, governance, and secure AI product development. Participants will gain insights into building secure AI products, securing third-party AI/ML solutions, leveraging AI to enhance organizational and customer security, and understanding AI policy and regulations.

Webinar | Building Customer Trust to Power Security Success
2025-06-17 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | BrightTALK
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:

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.

re: Energize with SentinelOne at re: Inforce 2025
2025-06-17 08:00 - 09:30 UTC | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 1201 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, United States
Join WiCyS Strategic Partner SentinelOne at re: Energize with SentinelOne at re: Inforce 2025 during the AWS re: Inforce conference, June 16- 18th. Don’t miss this networking opportunity to meet other female industry leaders. Attendees can stop by for coffee, breakfast, or sunglasses fitting before a day of meetings at the expo.

WiCyS Chicago Affiliate | Cyber.org EdCon 25
2025-06-16 - 2025-06-18 | Lowes Chicago O’Hare Hotel, 5300 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
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!
Attendees will have the opportunity to:

Learn about ready-to-implement lessons from CYBER.ORG curriculum developers.
Explore resources from industry experts in breakouts and our Exhibitor Hall.
Gain firsthand knowledge from K-12 educators through sessions and networking opportunities.

Session types will include:

Spark: 20-minute session designed to showcase an activity to inspire new teaching methods
Breakout: 50-minute session designed to highlight ideas for full lessons, courses, and/or multiple resources from an organization
Deep Dive: 80-minute session designed to provide a hands-on experience and a more robust understanding of CYBER.ORG content from curriculum developers

Register HERE for this event!

WiCyS Mid Atlantic Affiliate | Hands-On Hacking: Cyber Range Edition
2025-06-14 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | University of Maryland Baltimore County, 1000 Hilltop Circle, ITE Bldg, 9th Fl, Baltimore, M, 21250, United States
Please join us for fun, networking, socializing, guest speakers, and hands-on practice at the Cyber Range, an event organized by UMBC and WiCyS MidAtlantic. Don’t forget to bring your own laptop that you have administration access to.
This interactive learning experience will walk participants through live demonstrations of real-world attack scenarios using a cyber range—an immersive virtual lab that simulates enterprise networks.

Please register HERE

WiCyS Phoenix Affiliate | INTERFACE Phoenix 2025
2025-06-13 | Westin Kierland Resort
Join our Phoenix Affiliate at INTERFACE Phoenix to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more!
IT Infrastructure is constantly changing, bringing more new challenges with it every day. From ransomware and the latest security threats to emerging developments in AI and the need for increased bandwidth and storage, it’s nearly impossible to keep up to date. INTERFACE is designed to help. At the conference, there is a combination of Best-in-Breed hardware and software solutions, along with local experts and organizations to help educate, advise and connect you to resources that can help you meet your goals.
Covering Information Security, Infrastructure, Cloud, Disaster Recovery, Communications, and more, you’ll find presentations, panel discussions, and exhibitors covering a variety of topics, as well as the latest innovations and best practices.

Register HERE

WiCyS Ontario Affiliate | Byte Size Connections
2025-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | 612 Harlowe, Toronto, 612 Richmond St W Unit 103,, Toronto, ON, M5V 2B7, Canada
WiCyS Ontario and TruNorth are excited to co-host Byte Sized Connections, a relaxed, in-person networking evening for cybersecurity professionals. This is a great opportunity to meet others in the field, share ideas, and build meaningful connections in a casual setting. Whether you’re new to the community or a seasoned pro, we’d love to see you there.

🍸 Details: Pay your own way – just show up ready to connect!

WiCyS Wisconsin Affiliate | Cybersecurity Summit Milwaukee
2025-06-12 | Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, 333 West Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
Join our Wisconsin Affiliate at the 2nd Annual Milwaukee Cybersecurity Summit to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more! The 2nd Annual Milwaukee Cybersecurity Summit connects cybersecurity executives and seasoned practitioners responsible for protecting their companies’ critical infrastructures with innovative solution providers and renowned information security experts. Admission offers attendees access to all interactive panels, discussions, catered breakfast, lunch and cocktail reception.

Scheduled Interactive Panel Discussions:

Incident Response and Threat Mitigation
Emerging Threats and Security Trends
Technology Selection, Use, Integration & Orchestration

Register HERE and use code CSS25-WICYSMKE for a exclusive discount.

WiCyS | Google Cybersecurity Certificate Cohort Program - Applications Open
2025-06-11 08:00 - 2025-06-23 16:00 UTC | Virtual
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.
WiCyS members accepted to the program will:
Be provided a free limited-time license to gain access to the certificate courses in Coursera
Be invited to the program Interest Group to engage in the cohort community
Receive a digital badge to share with their network
Receive a Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate upon completion of the program
Available To:
200 WiCyS Members who have not participated in the WiCyS Google Cybersecurity program previously
Domestic and international WiCyS members
Members willing to fully commit to the less than 6 months it takes to complete the program
** This program is not open to those who have previously taken the Google Cybersecurity Certificate Training through WiCyS.
More information on the program can be found HERE
Submit your application HERE

WiCyS Austin Affiliate | Rock Your Resume Workshop
2025-06-10 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | 1212 Rio Grande Street Bldg 3000 3rd Floor Austin, TX 78701, 1212 Rio Grande Street, Building 3000, 3rd Floor, Austin, T, 78701, United States
Join the WiCyS Austin Affiliate at Austin Community College: Rio Grande Campus for an exciting event to amp up your resume game! Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this workshop will provide you with valuable tips and tricks to make your resume stand out. Learn how to tailor your resume to different job positions, highlight your skills effectively, and catch the eye of potential employers. Don’t miss this opportunity to rock your resume and take your career to the next level!
🪄 Your cybersecurity skills deserve a profile that captures attention—upgrade your LinkedIn with us.

Register HERE for this FREE event.

WiCyS DFW Affiliate | ElevateIT Dallas Technology Summit 2025
2025-06-05 | Irving Convention Center, 500 Las Colinas Blvd, Irving, TX, 75036, United States
Join our DFW Affiliate at ElevateIT Dallas Technology Summit 2025 to connect with WiCyS DFW affiliate members. Stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more. Do not miss the Women in Technology Roundtable “Catalysts of Change: Women Innovators Empowering Tomorrow,” which will be moderated by leadership from the DFW Affiliate on June 5th at 2:00pm.
This engaging panel will explore the challenges and opportunities women face in the industry, from navigating career growth to fostering inclusive workplaces. Panelists will share their experiences, leadership insights, and strategies for inspiring the next generation of women in technology. Attendees will leave with actionable takeaways on mentorship, advocacy, and the power of diverse perspectives in driving innovation.

Register HERE

Webinar | From Imposter to Expert: Overcoming Self-Doubt in Cybersecurity
2025-06-04 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | BrightTALK
Join us for an empowering webinar designed to combat impostor syndrome and boost your confidence in cybersecurity and tech. Learn actionable strategies to recognize your value, leverage your skills, and build a strong professional presence. This session, brought to you by Adobe, aims to equip women with the tools they need to thrive in their careers.

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 International Leaders Only Meeting
2025-06-04 07:00 - 08:00 UTC | 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 of each month at 8:00am CT.

CyberSecurity Congress at TechEx North America
2025-06-04 - 2025-06-05 | Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA, 95054, United States
WiCyS is proud to support CyberSecurity Congress at TechEx North America June 4-5 in Santa Clara, CA. TechEx North America is your one-stop destination to explore the future of enterprise innovation, bringing together eight co-located events — AI & Big Data, Cyber Security, IoT, Digital Transformation, Cloud Transformation, Intelligent Automation, Edge Computing, and Data Centers—under one roof.

For more information and to register, visit HERE

WiCyS Professional Affiliate Leaders Only Meeting
2025-06-03 19:00 - 2025-06-04 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.

WiCyS Oregon Affiliate | Social at Ground Kontrol
2025-06-03 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ground Kontrol, 115 NW 5th Ave, Portland, O, 97209, United States
🎮✨ Game On, Cyber Sisters and Allies! ✨🎮
We’re taking cybersecurity networking to the next level.
Join WiCyS Oregon Affiliate on June 3rd at Ground Kontrol, Portland’s iconic arcade, for an unforgettable evening of food, games, and powerful connections at our Women in CyberSecurity Networking Night, proudly sponsored by SHI International Corp.
🎮 What’s Included 🎮
Delicious dinner (Tamale Boy is on deck!)
Signature drinks
Game tokens 🎟️
Exclusive WiCyS giveaways
Connection with cybersecurity pros, allies, and aspiring talent
🎯 Whether you’re an industry leader, a student breaking into the field, or simply cyber-curious, this event is for you.
Let’s build community, share opportunities, and have a little fun while we’re at it.
Big thanks to SHI International for making this event possible.
Hosted with 💜 by WiCyS Oregon.

🎟️ Limited spots – Register HERE

The Cyber Guild Webinar Why Are Women Leaving Cyber?
2025-06-03 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Virtual
Through the WiCyS and The Cyber Guild Partnership, join this upcoming webinar from Dwan Jones, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at ISC2, as she explores key insights from ISC2’s latest reporting, systemic issues driving the gender gap, and solutions to reverse the trend. Despite skyrocketing demand for cybersecurity professionals, women continue to leave the field at alarming rates. This is a challenge that impacts innovation, resilience, and business success.
Here’s what you will gain:

Proven strategies to enhance mentorship programs and drive career advancement.
Tools for conducting inclusive benefits analyses that align with women’s needs.
Practical advice for fostering an inclusive workplace culture that retains top talent.
Interactive discussions on retention challenges and lessons learned.
Actionable takeaways to help you strengthen organizational practices.

Register HERE

WiCyS | Identiverse 2025
2025-06-03 - 2025-06-06 | Mandalay Bay Convention Center, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, 89119, United States
Join WiCyS and Deputy Director Michele Tomasic at Identiverse 2025 to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more! Michele will be a panelist on the Women in Identity Panel: Leading with Vision and Impact on Wednesday, June 4th, add it to your agenda
For 16 years, Identiverse® has provided the keystone platform for digital identity industry leaders and professionals to discuss and develop new and emerging ideas, to establish and share best practice, to showcase innovative solutions, and to advance the state of the art.​ The annual Identiverse Conference attracts over 3,000 digital identity, cybersecurity, and privacy professionals from around the globe. This community participates in 4 days of world-class learning, featuring inspirational and visionary keynotes; a content-rich conference agenda curated from the public call for presentations by our independent content committee; and a vibrant show floor welcoming over 200 solutions providers, integrators and industry associations.
Identiverse is a proud member of the CyberRisk Alliance family.

Secure your spot now and enjoy a 25% discount with code IDV25-WiCyS25. Don’t wait—this exclusive offer expires April 25, 2025!
Register HERE

Webinar | Cyber Security in Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS)
2025-06-02 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | BrightTALK
Join Ford for this webinar to understand why contact centers are vital for customer relationships and how the shift to cloud-based CCaaS introduces new cybersecurity challenges. We’ll delve into threats like phishing and malware, emphasizing the need for robust authentication, data encryption, and regular security audits. Discover how a comprehensive strategy combining technology, access controls, employee training, and advanced threat monitoring is crucial for protecting sensitive customer data, preventing fraud, and ensuring regulatory compliance. We will also briefly touch upon how emerging technologies like blockchain and quantum computing are reshaping the cybersecurity landscape, requiring organizations to adopt proactive and adaptive security measures. Cybersecurity is paramount in CCaaS, and this webinar will highlight best practices for continuous updates to your security strategy.
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 Minnesota Affiliate | 6th Annual Golf Open and Tournament
2025-06-02 | Dellwood Country Club, 29 Highway 96 East, Dellwood, M, 55110, United States
Tee off with fellow cybersecurity professionals at our 6th Annual Golf Open and Tournament! Enjoy a perfect blend of networking and fun on the greens. Join us for a memorable day of golf and camaraderie.

WiCyS | NICE Conference & Expo 2025
2025-06-01 - 2025-06-03 | Denver Marriott Tech Center, 4900 S Syracuse St, Denver, CO, 80237, United States
Join WiCyS and Executive Director Lynn Dohm at the NICE Conference & Expo 2025 to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more! Lynn will be a panelist on the Solutions from Managers in Building & Retaining the Cybersecurity Workforce on Monday, June 2nd. Add it to your agenda
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.
This event is hosted by Florida International University and New America, supported by NICE, a program of the National Institute of Standards and Technology in the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Register HERE

WiCyS San Diego Affiliate | Book club meet-up and discussion: The Science of Secrecy from Ancient Egypt to Quantum Cryptography.
2025-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | La Jolla/Riford Public Library, 7555 Draper Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92037, United States
Join us for our very first in-person book club meetup, as we dive into the fascinating world of cryptography through the pages of The Code Book by Simon Singh. This book takes us on a historical journey of secret codes, starting in ancient times and leading up to modern quantum encryption. From Caesar Ciphers to World War II codebreakers to the future of cybersecurity, the story connects deeply with the work we do and aspire to do in the cybersecurity field.
Why this book?
As stakeholders in cybersecurity, understanding the roots and evolution of encryption is not only inspiring but essential. Singh’s storytelling helps clarify complex topics, making them engaging and relevant for readers at any level.
What to expect:
• An open and welcoming discussion about the themes and lessons from the book
• Insights on how historical events shape today’s cybersecurity practices
• Sharing thoughts on how this ties into our own journeys in cyber and tech
• A chance to connect, learn, and grow together as a community.
#CyberHistoryMatters #CrackTheCodeWithWiCyS
Please register HERE for this event!

WiCyS Nigeria Affiliate | Practical Cybersecurity Workshop on Incident Response
2025-05-29 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Virtual
A hands-on session designed to equip IT professionals, security analysts, and incident responders with the skills and strategies needed to effectively detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents. The interactive workshop will cover real-world scenarios, response planning, and best practices to strengthen the organization’s security posture and resilience against threats. The workshop is perfect for those looking to enhance their incident response capabilities through practical, actionable insights.

Please register for this webinar HERE

WiCyS AI Affiliate | Meetup
2025-05-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Join the WiCyS AI affiliate for a member meetup. We will discuss the upcoming events, provide updates on activities we have been working on, and share how you can start contributing to the affiliate.

Register HERE for this event.

The CyberGuild | CYBER CONNECT: For Government and Military Personnel in Career Transition
2025-05-29 10:30 - 16:00 UTC | Army Navy Country Club, Arlington, VA, United States
Step into your next mission—actionable next steps to secure your future in the private sector.
In partnership with WiCyS, join The Cyber Guild for a FREE career-building and networking event designed to connect government and military professionals to premier cyber employers in the private sector. This immersive experience brings together executives, industry leaders, and recruiters to help you bridge the gap between public service and private-sector success.
Schedule:

Strategic Networking
Career-Building Workshops
Professional Headshots
Executive Happy Hour

Register HERE for this free event!

WiCyS Members Secure Your Spot at SANSFIRE 2025
2025-05-29 - 2025-07-14 | Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, 20009, United States
Join top cybersecurity professionals July 14–19 for expert-led training that delivers a year’s worth of learning in just 5–6 days. Attend in person and receive a limited-time promo bundle—valued at $3,240—including 4 months of extended lab access and free NetWars entry. Get inspired by keynote, Dr. Johannes Ullrich, highlighting the Internet Storm Center and enjoy bonus Night Talks. Don’t miss this chance to level up your skills.

Learn more and register HERE

Webinar | Introduction to Zero Trust: Why It Matters in the Digital Era
2025-05-28 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | BrightTALK
Traditional perimeter-based security models are no longer sufficient in an age of increasing cyber threats, cloud-based infrastructures, and remote work. The Zero Trust security framework has emerged as a crucial approach to safeguarding digital assets by assuming that no entity—inside or outside the network, should be trusted by default.
Please join speakers from WiCyS Strategic Partner Ford for this session, which will outline the principles of Zero Trust and how they are relevant in the Digital Era.

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 | Executive Leaders Network
2025-05-28 | Virtual
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also helps identify and elevate mid-career professionals into senior roles, supporting our mission to strengthen and diversify leadership across the cybersecurity workforce.
Meeting Cadence: Monthly, Invite-Only
Please complete the form HERE only if you are a cybersecurity C-Suite, President, VP, or Director.
