WiCyS - Women in Cybersecurity

WiCyS Northeastern Ohio Affiliate at Cyber Security Summit
2023-10-27
Join our WiCyS Northeastern Ohio Affiliate’s booth at The Cyber Security Summit.
Engage, Network, Socialize, and share with hundreds of fellow Powerful Business Leaders, C-suite executives, and entrepreneurs.
Register HERE.

WiCyS Idaho Affiliate | IOEM Cybersecurity Conference
2023-10-26 | The Riverside Hotel, 2900 Chinden Boulevard, Boise, ID, 83714, United States
Please join us for the 2023 Idaho Office of Emergency Management’s Annual Preparedness and Cybersecurity Conference in Boise, ID, on October 24-26. Topics include emergency preparedness, disaster recovery, mitigation activities, cyber preparedness and defense, and more.
Join us in keeping Idaho communities prepared and resilient! Register here.

WiCyS NY Metro Affiliate at SecureWorld
2023-10-26
Join WiCyS NY Metro Affiliate’s booth at SecureWorld!
For more than 21 years, SecureWorld has been tackling global cybersecurity issues and sharing critical knowledge and tools needed to protect against ever-evolving threats. Through our network of industry experts, thought leaders, practitioners, and solution providers, we collaborate to produce leading-edge, relevant content.
Register HERE.

WiCyS DFW Affiliate at SecureWorld
2023-10-26
Join WiCyS DFW Affiliate’s booth at SecureWorld!
For more than 21 years, SecureWorld has been tackling global cybersecurity issues and sharing critical knowledge and tools needed to protect against ever-evolving threats. Through our network of industry experts, thought leaders, practitioners, and solution providers, we collaborate to produce leading-edge, relevant content.
Register HERE.

WiCyS Global at ISC2 Security Congress 2023
2023-10-25 - 2023-10-27
Join WiCyS Executive Director Lynn Dohm on October 23-24 for her Inaugural Women Cyber Leaders Pre-Conference Workshop at the 2023 ISC2 Security Congress.
On October 25, attendees have the opportunity to witness progress by attending the presentation “Point with DEI: Witnessing Progress: Career Journeys of IT and Security Pioneers” by Tennessee Affiliate Members Barbee Mooneyhan and Janice Reese. Don’t forget to visit booth #107 and meet WiCyS Deputy Director Michele Tomasic to learn more about our organization!
Register here.

WiCyS Ontario Affiliate at SecTor
2023-10-25 - 2023-10-26
WiCyS Ontario Affiliate at SecTor! SecTor has built a reputation for bringing together experts worldwide to share their latest research and techniques involving underground threats and corporate defenses. The conference provides an unmatched opportunity for IT Security Professionals, Managers, and Executives to connect with their peers and learn from their mentors. SecTor is launching the ‘Certified Pentester’ program this year – a full-day practical exam.
In its 17th year, SecTor 2023 will occur in the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) in downtown Toronto.
Register here.

WiCyS at InCyber Forum
2023-10-25 - 2023-10-26
See Diana Kelley WiCyS board member keynote on the topic “Protect AI with MLSecOps” at The InCyber Forum, one of the world’s most innovative cybersecurity events, which is now established on both sides of the Atlantic to play its fundamental role of bringing together and mobilizing all digital trust stakeholders.
In its 15 years of existence, the InCyber Forum – International Cybersecurity Forum – has become the largest cybersecurity and digital trust event in Europe, with 19,000 participants, 550 private and public sponsors, 520 speakers, and 60 countries represented.
Learn more HERE.

Webinar | SentinelOne: No Matter Your Title, You Have a Cyber Role
2023-10-24 01:00 - 14:00 UTC
As part of our Secure Yourself Series for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, WiCyS strategic partner SentinelOne will walk you through what happens during a cyber incident that affects you or one of your customers.
You’ll see the stages of a response from the moment a problem is detected, an immediate response, and the long-term product investments that result from our learnings from every incident. The most exciting part is getting to hear from a range of leaders in roles across the company, and see real-world examples of the important roles we all play in keeping ourselves, our partners, and our customers safe — no matter what our job title!
Unable to attend during the scheduled time? Feel free to register and receive a recording as soon as we wrap!
WiCyS takes pride in being able to provide members the opportunity to earn CPE/CEU credits for attending WiCyS live webinars.
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. The webinar topic must relate to the certificate being renewed.
Attendees who meet the requirements will receive a verification email to use as proof of attendance for submitting CPE or CEU credits with their provider.
Register HERE.
To view the entire WiCyS Secure Yourself Series HERE

WiCyS San Diego Affiliate | How to Do Conference Submissions and Talks
2023-10-23 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Virtual
Are you looking to showcase your expertise and share knowledge with a diverse group of cybersecurity professionals on a global stage? If so, then the WiCyS conference is the perfect platform for you. The conference aims to represent the diversity of the WiCyS community by encouraging submissions from various backgrounds. Although the program committee prioritizes women in their selection process, all submissions are welcome. Whether you are planning to participate in WiCyS Conference 2024 or any other conference or talk, this workshop can help you prepare for it.
Register here.

October Book Club | Rise of the Cyber Women Volume One
2023-10-21 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
The Rise of the Cyber Women is a compilation of inspiring stories from women in the cyber security industry from all over the world who are pioneers and leading the way in helping to protect the world from the growing cyber threat. Those included and featured in this book shared their stories and hints, tips, and advice to women looking to pursue a career in cyber security or change their career path into cyber security. Their tenacity and commitment to their cybersecurity industry careers are very impressive. If you are a woman looking to move into the cybersecurity industry, you need to read this book. If you feel that you are not good enough for a career in cyber security, you need to read this book. If you suffer from “impostor syndrome,” which is holding you back from a career in cyber security, you need to read this book
Register via Zoom here.

WiCyS Phoenix AZ Affiliate | 20 Years of Cybersecurity Awareness
2023-10-20 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Phoenix)
Welcome to the online event, 20 Years of Cybersecurity Awareness! Join us as we celebrate two decades of raising awareness about the importance of cybersecurity. This event is a perfect opportunity for individuals, businesses, and organizations to come together and learn about the evolving landscape of online security. We will have engaging presentations from renowned cybersecurity experts who share their insights and experiences throughout the event. You’ll have the chance to explore data protection, online privacy, threat detection, etc.
Whether you are an industry professional, a student, or simply interested in enhancing your online safety, this event is for you. Join us as we reflect on the past 20 years and look forward to the future of cybersecurity. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with like-minded individuals.
Register here and secure your spot at this exciting event.

WiCyS Delaware Valley Affiliate | Ransomware Resilience: A Live Simulation Event
2023-10-19 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Fox Barn at Twenty9, 16 Great Valley Parkway, Malvern, 19355, United States
It’s the middle of the night. Your phone rings. Your heart sinks as the person on the other end reads you the ransom note. All your data is encrypted—even your backups—and they want $1 million.
Luckily, it’s not real, but it is all of the live, role-playing experience… Join WiCyS Delaware Valley for a tabletop-style ransomware simulation to see what happens behind the scenes during a ransomware attack. Registration is required!
Agenda:

5:30 pm – 6:00 pm: Networking
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm: Live Tabletop Simulation

Register here.

Webinar | AT&T Cybersecurity: Real Ethical Hacking Stories
2023-10-19 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
Learn best practices for protecting yourself online and hear hacking stories from the experts themselves during our WiCyS Cybersecurity Month webinar series, Real Ethical Hacking Stories. This series will give viewers insight into real-life scenarios, awareness of the purpose of Ethical Hacking, and how Ethical Hackers defend systems from malicious users.
Unable to attend during the scheduled time? Feel free to register and receive a recording as soon as we wrap!
WiCyS takes pride in being able to provide members the opportunity to earn CPE/CEU credits for attending WiCyS live webinar.
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. The webinar topic must relate to the certificate being renewed.
Attendees who meet the requirements will receive a verification email to use as proof of attendance for submitting CPE or CEU credits with their provider.
Register HERE.
To view the entire WiCyS Real Stories of Ethical Hackers Series HERE.

WiCyS Global at Public Sector Network: Government Cybersecurity Roadshow Texas
2023-10-19
Join WiCyS at the State of Texas which has been leading the way in cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions and hear Lynn Dohm at Public Sector Network: Government Cybersecurity Roadshow Texas. This half-day event will provide the ideal meeting place to learn from public sector leaders from across Texas and to explore innovative solutions for the cybersecurity challenges public servants around the state encounter.
WiCyS is partnering with the Public sector and they are giving us 30-40 complimentary passes ONLY available for public sector and government employees.
Registration HERE.

WiCyS UK/Ireland Affiliate at Cyber Security Summit
2023-10-19
It is exciting to announce our partnership with the esteemed Cyber Security Summit 2023, which will take place on October 19th at Croke Park in Dublin. We invite you to visit us at the WiCyS UK/Ireland Affiliate booth during the summit to network and learn more about WiCyS.
One of our members, Allison Miller, who serves as Chief Information Security Officer and Senior Vice President at Optum USA, will deliver a keynote speech titled “The Sisterhood Of Firewalkers: Women In Cyber Security.” This is an excellent opportunity to hear from a prominent figure in the industry and gain valuable insights.
Learn more and register here.

Instagram Takeover | Yubico
2023-10-18
Yubico is taking over the WiCyS Instagram! Product Security Manager, Marissa Nishimoto is currently immersed in the world of hardware authentication at Yubico.
She received her B.S. in Applied Computational and Mathematical Sciences from the University of Washington and refers to her career in cybersecurity as a ‘happy accident’. While it was not her intended career path, Marissa has found cybersecurity to be incredibly rewarding as it combines two of her favorite things: building technology to help protect people and solving complex problems that often have ambiguous answers. Marissa continues to advocate for diversity in tech and believes that the only requirements for considering a career in cybersecurity are a willingness to learn and desire to make a difference in the way we protect ourselves and the world around us.
This takeover is your opportunity to connect with Yubico! They plan to share cybersecurity tips, Yubico career opportunities and more!
Link HERE.

WiCyS Military Affiliate | So You Want to Speak At The WiCyS Conference?
2023-10-17 20:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Online
Join WiCyS Military and some experts who will help provide feedback on potential speaker submissions. We have two experienced judges who can provide speaker submission feedback from multiple conferences.
Register here.

WiCyS Idaho Affiliate | Cybersecurity Mixer
2023-10-17 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | 1219 S Broadway Ave, Boise, ID 83706, 1219 S Broadway Ave, Boise, ID, 83706, United States
The Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Idaho Affiliate team is excited to extend an open invitation to all interested in cybersecurity. Join us for our Boise meetup on October 17, 2023, at Broadway On The Rocks, 1219 S Broadway Ave, Boise, ID 83706, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Meet with the WiCyS Idaho Affiliate Team and others in the cyber community! Appetizers and great conversation are provided. Our meetup is intended to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where cybersecurity enthusiasts like you can share knowledge, gain insights, and build meaningful relationships within the industry.
Please feel free to forward this invite to anyone interested in attending.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact our email at wicysidaho@wicys.org.

Webinar | CISCO: Talking Security As A Game
2023-10-17 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
In this WiCyS strategic partner webinar with Cisco, attendees will get acquainted with different Cisco initiatives aimed at providing students, ages 11-17, with cybersecurity education and best practices.
Unable to attend during the scheduled time? Feel free to register and receive a recording as soon as we wrap!
WiCyS takes pride in being able to provide members the opportunity to earn CPE/CEU credits for attending WiCyS live webinars.
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.
The webinar topic must relate to the certificate being renewed.
Attendees who meet the requirements will receive a verification email to use as proof of attendance for submitting CPE or CEU credits with their provider.
Register HERE.
To view the entire WiCyS Secure Yourself Series HERE.

WiCyS | NIST Twitter Chat
2023-10-17 02:00 - 14:30 UTC
The NICE Program Office at NIST is coordinating Cybersecurity Career Week on October 16-21.
NIST will be hosting their Twitter chat this year through our Twitter handle, @NISTCyber. Join us to participate!
Follow @Wicysorg onTwitter here: https://twitter.com/WiCySorg

WiCyS at California State University October Cybersecurity Awareness Month Campaign
2023-10-17 00:30 - 17:00 UTC
Join Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in Cybersecurity, at California State University’s October Cybersecurity Awareness Month Campaign as she discusses “Building A Culture Of Allyship in CyberSecurity.”
Registration here.

WiCyS Global at TSIA World ENVISION
2023-10-16 - 2023-10-18
Visit WiCyS Global at TSIA World ENVISION at booth #611 in the Bristlecone Ballroom. Our WiCyS team, Mary Jane Partain, Program Director will be there to give you all the details about our upcoming programs and events.
Keynote speeches from TSIA World ENVISION will be available for streaming on LinkedIn Live. Interested parties can sign up for access to these presentations by navigating to the “Upcoming Events” section of LinkedIn here.
As a WiCyS member, you can use the code LV23-TWIC20 at registration to receive a 20% discount on the 3-day or 2-day pass.
Learn more and register before October 16th HERE.

Mid-Atlantic Affiliate | WiCyS Brunch
2023-10-15 12:30 - 15:30 UTC
Our WiCyS Mid-Atlantic Affiliate will host a brunch meeting on Sunday, October 15 from 12:30-3:30 PM at Tyson Corner, Virginia. More details will follow.

Utah Affiliate | We Sis (WiCyS) Are Celebrating NCSAM!
2023-10-13 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Denver) | Remote
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM). Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2023 will focus on four key behaviors: enabling multi-factor authentication, using strong passwords, using a password manager, and updating software. Please join to hear how WiCyS Utah has dedicated itself to creating a resource platform to build and maintain a strong-knit community. Hear from leaders in industry and academia about the mission of WiCySUtah and what role they play in the four critical behaviors in keeping their environments “safe and responsible.” Also, hear from our founders, who are now part of the WiCySUtah Advisory Board, and from SUU students/Tbirds!
WiCyS Utah Leadership
President: Dr. Shalini Kesar – Professor | Director of MS-Cyber Security & Information Assurance @ Southern Utah University
Vice President: Kristina Belnap – CISO @ HealthEquity
Treasurer: Sherrie Cowley – Head of Security Operations and Engineering @ 3M Health Care
Secretary: Elizabeth Benegas – General Counsel @ Torii
Join here.

WiCyS Latina Affiliate | Impostor Syndrome Talk
2023-10-12 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Discord
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, the WiCyS latina Affiliate will host a talk with Leticia Gammill about Impostor Syndrome.
Join us here.

Webinar | Amazon: The Penetration Tester Mindset and Best Practices
2023-10-12 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
During this WiCyS Strategic Partner webinar, a penetration tester from Amazon will talk about the penetration tester mindset and best practices during pentest engagements.
Unable to attend during the scheduled time? Feel free to register to receive a recording as soon as we wrap!
WiCyS takes pride in being able to provide members the opportunity to earn CPE/CEU credits for attending WICyS live webinars.
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 will receive a verification email to use as proof of attendance for submitting CPE or CEU credits with their provider.
Register HERE.
To view the entire WiCyS Real Stories of Ethical Hackers Series HERE.

Webinar | Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute: Three Envelopes: Using Games to Teach Cybersecurity and Risk Management Concepts
2023-10-10 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
As part of our Real Stories of an Ethical Hacker series for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, WiCyS strategic partner Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute will share the benefits of using the Three Envelopes board game to teach cybersecurity and risk management concepts.
Unable to attend during the scheduled time? Feel free to register and receive a recording as soon as we wrap!
WiCyS takes pride in being able to provide members the opportunity to earn CPE/CEU credits for attending WiCyS live webinars.
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. The webinar topic must relate to the certificate being renewed.
Attendees who meet the requirements will receive a verification email to use as proof of attendance for submitting CPE or CEU credits with their provider.
Register HERE.
To view the entire WiCyS Real Stories of Ethical Hackers Series HERE.

Webinar | Google: Online Safety Tools
2023-10-09 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
As part of our Real Stories of an Ethical Hacker series for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, WiCyS strategic partner Google will have two presenters share about their work at Google to protect Google’s highest-risk users. This includes folks working in the cybersecurity, human rights activists, journalists, and political campaigns – from targeted attacks.
Note: Google will provide FREE Google Titan Security Keys to attendees!
Unable to attend during the scheduled time? Feel free to register and receive a recording as soon as we wrap!
WiCyS takes pride in being able to provide members the opportunity to earn CPE/CEU credits for attending WiCyS live webinars.
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. The webinar topic must relate to the certificate being renewed.
Attendees who meet the requirements will receive a verification email to use as proof of attendance for submitting CPE or CEU credits with their provider.
Register HERE.
To view the entire WiCyS Real Stories of Ethical Hackers Series HERE.

WICyS RSA Conference Security Scholar Program
2023-10-09 - 2023-10-19
We are thrilled to share that WiCyS and RSA have joined forces to offer an incredible opportunity to one of our student members. The recipient of the RSA Conference Security Scholar program will be granted a complete pass to attend the annual RSA conference in San Francisco, California, from May 6-9, 2024.
The scholarship will include: a full conference badge, hotel, airfare, meals, and a stipend for airport transportation.
Requirements:

You must be a WiCyS student currently enrolled in a college or university.
Attend all sessions associated with the RSAC Security Scholar program.
Interact with other scholars and sponsors during the event.
Make a social media post to share your experience.
Volunteer and attend the WiCyS at the RSAC Meet-up on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.

Learn more about the RSAC Security Scholar program here.
Applications are now closed.

WiCyS Is A Proud Partner Of MSSP Alert Live
2023-10-09 - 2023-10-11
WiCyS is a proud partner of MSSP Alert Live held in Capital Hill, Washington D.C., on October 9 – 11, 2023, hosted by MSSP Alert – the global voice of MSSPs and the leading online destination for managed security services.
Whether you are just getting started offering managed security services or are an established MSP, this event will provide you with everything you need for your managed security services roadmap for 2024 and beyond.
We are pleased to offer our members exclusive free admission as an added benefit of being part of WiCyS.
Secure your complimentary pass by registering with code MSSP-WICYS100 at MSSPAlertLive.com.
