WiCyS Nigeria Affiliate: CyberElevate - Empowering Careers in Cybersecurity
2024-04-25 14:00 - 15:00 (Africa/Lagos) | Virtual
Ready to elevate your cybersecurity career?
Join us in an inspiring discussion with Gilbert Nyandeje as we explore the dynamic career paths in cybersecurity and unveil how WiCyS membership can support your cyber career. Get ready to dive into the world of cybersecurity career possibilities. This form is just a little pre-webinar icebreaker, and while we can’t promise to make cybersecurity less mysterious than the plot of a sci-fi thriller, we can promise some valuable insights and maybe a few laughs along the way. So, let’s get to know each other before we unravel the mysteries of the cyber universe together!
Register for this FREE webinar HERE

WiCyS Delaware Valley Affiliate | 2nd Annual Cybersecurity and Technology Career Event
2024-04-25 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Chestnut Hill College, 9601 Germantown Avenue #20,, Philadelphia, PA, 19118, United States
In an ever-changing market, Cybersecurity & Technology professionals are still in high demand. Join WiCyS Delaware Valley for our 2nd Annual Cybersecurity and Technology Career Event which is free for both employers and attendees. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career in cybersecurity or technology, this event offers valuable insights and connections to support your journey.

Network with leading professionals and recruiters in the cyber and tech field
Explore job opportunities with top companies and organizations
Mock interviews and resume reviews with cybersecurity & technology experts
Complimentary headshots sponsored by Pyramid Consulting
Live podcast with @BarCode Security
Light bites and refreshments will be provided

We look forward to seeing you and helping you take the next step in your cybersecurity and technology career!
Register for this FREE event.
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If you are an employer that is hiring and would like to have a free table at the event to promote your job opportunities, please contact: WomenInCyberSecurity@wicysdv.org

WiCyS Massachusetts | Stepping Stones for your Cybersecurity Journey: Certification & Courses
2024-04-25, 2024-05-02, 2024-05-09 | 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)

WiCyS MidAtlantic Affiliate | ManTech Event: CTFs 101
2024-04-27 08:30 - 15:30 UTC | 2251 Corporate Park Drive Herndon, VA 20171, 2251 Corporate Park Drive, Herndon, VA, 20171, United States
Join WiCyS MidAtlantic Affiliate for an in-person Meetup sponsored by ManTech on April 27th. All WiCyS members are invited especially those living in the DMV area. We have a very fun agenda prepared for you. Where you can experience CTF 101s: An immersive experience designed to provide you with a deep understanding of the origins, objectives, and rules of CTFs! If you have ever wondered what is a CTF we are going to have an intro to CTF101 in preparation for a full CTF coming soon. Please remember to bring your laptops. This will be a hands-on activity that requires you to have your devices.

Register for this event HERE

WiCyS University of Zambia Student Chapter: Launching Your Cybersecurity Career
2024-04-27 09:00 - 17:00 UTC | The University of Zambia, UNZA, Lusaka, Lusaka, Lusaka, 10101, Zambia
Welcome to the event where you can kickstart your journey in the exciting world of cybersecurity! Join us at The University of Zambia for a day filled with insightful sessions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or simply curious about cybersecurity, this event is perfect for you. Learn from industry experts, connect with like-minded individuals, and discover the endless possibilities in the cybersecurity field. Don’t miss out on this chance to take your career to the next level!
Register for this free event HERE

WiCyS Wisconsin Affiliate | Cybersecurity Summit Milwaukee
2024-05-02 | Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, 333 West Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
Join our Wisconsin Affiliate at Cybersecurity Summit Milwaukee to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more about WiCyS.
The Inaugural Milwaukee 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 Keynote Speaker:

Daniel Honore, CyberSecurity Advisor Region 5: CISA

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 and use code CSS24-WICYSNAT for a FREE pass.

WiCyS Minnesota Affiliate | FutureCon CyberSecurity Event
2024-05-02 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Sheraton Bloomington Hotel, 5601 West 78th Street, Bloomington, MN, 55439, United States
Join our Minnesota Affiliate at FutureCon Minneapolis to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more about WiCyS.Join FutureCon CyberSecurity Events in Minneapolis! This event is the perfect opportunity to discover cutting-edge security approaches and learn how to manage risk in the ever-changing cybersecurity world.
The conference will feature a keynote session and panel discussion from local cybersecurity experts. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers and gain insights on best practices for mitigating the risk of cyber-attacks.
This event is tailored to security professionals and IT leaders wanting to effectively secure their company. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your cybersecurity knowledge and network with industry leaders. Register now to secure your spot at the Minneapolis FutureCon Events Cybersecurity Conference.
Keynote Speaker
“Instant Replay and Cyber Incidents”
Michael Rogers , CISO/Director of Information Security and Compliance at Hormel Foods
CISO Panel
Diaa Abu-Shaqra – CISO / Sunrise Banks
Judy Hatchett – VP, CISO / SureScripts / President – Minnesota Chapter WiCys
Jeff Holschuh – CISO / Sun Country Airlines
Scott Ostrander – VP, CISO / SPS Commerce
Sam Maeder – Information Security Officer / Lift Brands
Additional Speakers discussing strategies for staying ahead of Cyber Risk!
* Must be a currently employed IT professional with a valid business email address. Not valid for independent contractors, vendors, marketing, sales employees, or students. You will be notified if your complimentary pass was not confirmed.
Register for this event HERE

WiCyS Florida Affiliate | Secure Miami
2024-05-02 10:00 - 19:30 UTC | Florida International University (MMC), 11200 SW 8th St, Miami, FL, 33199, United States
Join our Florida Affiliate at Secure Miami to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more about WiCyS. Secure Miami has rapidly become South Florida’s can’t-miss Cybersecurity event of the year – drawing over 350 IT security executives and professionals. Elizabeth Rasnick, Senior Vice President of the WiCyS Florida Affiliate will be moderating a panel during the conference.
Scheduled Speakers:

Kevin Mandia: CEO at Mandiant
Nicole Eagan: Chief Strategy Officer, AI Officer at Darktrace
Joesph Kirkpatrick: Founder and President of KirkpatrickPrice
Patrick Guay: Senior VP, Americas Sales at Pentera

Find registration information HERE

Webinar | WiCyS Google Cybersecurity Program Cohort
2024-05-02 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | BrightTALK
Join Mary Jane Partain, WiCyS Program Director, and Adaeze Udoh, WiCyS Program Coordinator for the WiCyS Google Cybersecurity Program Cohort webinar. The WiCyS Google Cybersecurity Program 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 cohort style set up by WiCyS will include technical mentors to help students progress through the program. It is beginner-level and does not require any prior experience in cybersecurity.
Register and join this webinar HERE and access the recording if you are unable to join live.

WiCyS Chicago Affiliate | CISOs perspective on AI adoption and risks
2024-05-02 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | 433 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607, 433 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL, 60607, United States
The Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Chicago Affiliate and the Chicago CISO of the Year Program Committee invite all WiCyS members to the third event in their EMPOWERING WOMEN IN CYBERSECURITY series aimed at investigating CISOs perspective on AI adoption and risks in the cybersecurity area.
The event, ” CISOs perspective on AI adoption and risks”, will feature a panel of Chicago CISOs sharing their point of view on adopting artificial intelligence and its associated risks in cybersecurity. The event will take place at Cisco Systems (Old Post office Building), 433 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607, on Thursday, May 2, 2024, 4:00pm – 6:00pm, and will feature a CISO panel discussion followed by dinner and networking. Featured panelists include:
• Walter Lefmann, Director of Security, Chicago Trading Corporation and 2022 Mid-Cap CISO of the Year
• Shefali Mookencherry, CISO, University of Illinois Chicago
• Kenneth Townsend, Global CISO, Ingredion and 2023 CISO of the Year nominee
The event is open exclusively to WiCyS members and their guests – specifically, WiCyS members are strongly encouraged to register AND to bring a mentor! Our intent for the series is to involve the cybersecurity leaders of the future in Chicago by partnering with allies, managers, and mentors to grow together. We encourage CISOs to share this event with WiCyS members on your staff and to make yourself, your management, etc. available as attending mentors.

WiCyS | BSides San Francisco
2024-05-04 - 2024-05-05 | City View at Metreon, 135 4th St #4000, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
Join WiCyS at BSides SF to connect with WiCyS members. Stop by our booth to meet our team, Michele Tomasic, WiCyS Deputy Director, snag some swag and learn more about WiCyS.
BSides San Francisco is a non-profit organization designed to advance the body of Information Security knowledge by providing an annual, two-day, open forum for discussion and debate for security engineers and their affiliates. We produce a conference that is a source of education, collaboration, and continued conversation for information technologists and those associated with this field. The technical and academic presentations at BSidesSF are given in the spirit of peer review and advanced knowledge dissemination. This allows the field of Information Security to grow in breadth and depth and continue in its pursuit of highly advanced, scientifically based knowledge.
Presenters at the BSides SF conference are engaging participants and getting the discussions started on the “Next Big Thing”, not preaching at you from the podium about last month’s news. There are no “attendees” at a BSides event. EVERYONE is a participant, adding something of value to the conversations.
Register for this event HERE

WiCyS | RSAC™ 2024
2024-05-06 - 2024-05-09 | Moscone Center, 747 Moscone Center, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
WiCys Members: Register for RSAC 2024!
Join us May 6 – 9 at RSAC 2024, the ultimate cybersecurity destination. Immerse yourself in expert-led sessions, connect with industry leaders, and discover the latest trends and best practices. Elevate your cybersecurity game and be a part of shaping the industry’s future. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your skills and network with the best in the field. Learn more and register!
Find WiCyS at RSAC College Day on Thursday, May 9th for a FREE event for students where the next generation of cybersecurity can grow. Learn more about RSAC College Day HERE
Register for RSAC HERE

Speaker Spotlight | Open Office Hours
2024-05-06 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | Virtual
Please join us for the monthly open office hours on Monday May 6th, 11am – 12pm CST.
In this particular session, we will discuss resources and tips you need to have a successful experience in the program.
Enrolled Participants of the Speaker Spotlight Program should refer to the Google calendar invitation on their calendar for the virtual video link. We look forward to seeing you there!
If you have any questions, please contact info@wicys.org

Speaker Spotlight | Innovation Women
2024-05-07 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | BrightTALK
Join Adaeze Udoh, WiCyS Program Coordinator, and Bobbie Carlton, Founder of Innovation Women for an informational webinar for the Speaker Spotlight Program hosted on Innovation Women. Innovation Women is a platform that connects female professionals to speaking and media opportunities. This is a one-year cohort that will provide access to a plethora of resources including educational modules, a speaker opportunity directory, promotional opportunities, and subject matter experts. You will have the chance to connect with other speakers, attend exclusive knowledge sessions, and garner speech feedback. Women of all levels are encouraged to apply.
Register and join this webinar HERE and access the recording if you are unable to join live.

WiCyS RSAC Meet-Up at District San Francisco
2024-05-07 18:30 - 23:00 UTC | District San Francisco, 216 Townsend ST, San Francisco, CA, 94107, United States
We are pleased to announce that Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) will be at RSAC and is hosting a meetup on Tuesday, May 7, at 6:30 p.m. This meetup is an opportunity to kick back and network while enjoying some drinks, appetizers, good company, and WiCyS swag. It is sponsored by Amazon, AT&T Cybersecurity, Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute, CISCO, Google, Microsoft Security, and SentinelOne. We’d love for you to join us.
If you would like an invite please email: cameron@wicys.org

WiCyS Professional Affiliate International Leaders Only Meeting
2024-05-08 07:00 - 08:00 (America/Chicago) | 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 7:00am CT.

Webinar | AI is your Ally
2024-05-09 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | BrightTALK
With the advent of ChatGPT, we have now entered the age of AI. AI is no longer a buzzword, rather it is how we are reimagining every aspect of our lives – it’s reshaping industries, revolutionizing how we work, communicate and even think. However, as cybersecurity experts, we are naturally wired to focus on the various risks and everything that can go wrong with this new technology. In this webinar, I will discuss how we can shift our perspective to explore the many ways we can harness the power of AI in security.
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 and join this webinar HERE and access the recording if you are unable to join live.

Cyber Defense Challenge Made Possible by Target | Registration is Open
2024-05-14 - 2024-06-14 | PA
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
