WiCyS - Women in Cybersecurity

WiCyS Delaware Valley Affiliates at FutureCon
2023-05-04 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | TX
Join our WiCyS Delaware Calley Affiliates at FutureCon!
FutureCon events bring high-level Cyber Security Training discovering cutting-edge security approaches, and managing risk in the ever-changing threat of the cybersecurity workforce. Join us as we talk with a panel of C-level executives who have effectively mitigated the risk of Cyber Attacks.
Register HERE.

LinkedIn Webinar | LinkedIn's Journey to Building A Successful Bug Bounty Program: Insights and Learnings
2023-05-04 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | TX
Join us in this WiCyS strategic partner webinar with LinkedIn for an exciting journey through the evolution of LinkedIn’s bug bounty program. Discover the ins and outs of bug bounty programs, including our very own success story and invaluable lessons learned from transitioning our program from a small, private initiative to a public launch last year. Plus, gain insights into how you can kickstart your path to becoming a security researcher. Don’t miss out!
Register HERE.

WiCyS Australia Affiliate | Virtual Meet &Greet
2023-05-04 19:00 - 20:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | TX
Here’s your opportunity to network with like-minded individuals who work in the field of, or are interested in cybersecurity.
Meet our team! Get to know the board members of WiCyS Australia
– Learn more about memberships
– Ask us Questions
– This will be a super fun, friendly ad interactive virtual networking event
This event coincides with Privacy Awareness Week 2023 (Monday 1 May to Sunday 7 May), and this year’s theme is “Back to Basics” we would like to introduce you to our special guest speaker Taylah Spirovski.
Taylah is an inspiring young lawyer who is passionate about policy development and law reform that agitates for a more fair, safe, and equal world. In this session, she will provide insight into Privacy Law and recent developments in Australian Privacy Law plus educate us on our data rights as consumers.
RSVP HERE.

WiCyS Minnesota Affiliate at Secure 360
2023-05-09 - 2023-05-10 | Mystic Lake Center in Prior Lake, MN, Prior Lake, MN, United States
Join WiCyS Minnesota Affiliates at Secure 360!
Secure360 Conference is the professional conference of choice for comprehensive security and risk management education, collaboration, and new perspectives for your entire team.
Secure360 focuses on the following key areas: cybersecurity, governance, risk and compliance, physical security, business continuity management, and professional development.
Register HERE.

WiCyS Phoenix Affiliate | The Five Laws of Cyber Security, Ted Talk
2023-05-09 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Phoenix) | Zoom, IN
WiCyS Phoenix will be hosting a virtual event to shed light on the five laws of cybersecurity.
Nick Espinosa is an expert in cybersecurity and network infrastructure, he has consulted with clients ranging from small business owners up to Fortune 100 level companies. Nick has designed, built, and implemented multinational networks, encryption systems, and multi-tiered infrastructures as well as small business environments. He is passionate about emerging technology and enjoys creating, breaking, and fixing test environments. As the creator of the Ted Talk on “The Five Laws of Cyber Security”, he shares insight on how to make the world a better place.
This Ted Talk will be presented and discussed at this virtual presentation. We look forward to learning more about the Five Laws of Cybersecurity, from Nick Espinosa. The Five Laws of Cybersecurity has now been translated into 9 different languages. Together we’re making the world a much safer place!!
Register HERE.

Instagram Takeover | Linkedin
2023-05-10 | TX
Happy 20th Birthday, LinkedIn!
LinkedIn is back again to take over the WiCyS Instagram, and this time, they’ve got something to celebrate!
Pranjal Nagar, Staff Information Security Policy & Governance Program Manager in the LinkedIn GRC team will take over the WiCyS Instagram Story on May 10 to answer questions about her role, share information about employment opportunities, and so much more!
A little about her role: Pranjal is focused on overseeing and managing the development and maintenance of security governance artifacts (policies and standards) within LinkedIn.
Get to know this Seattle-based security professional who loves to hike and explore the outdoors on the WiCyS Instagram stories Wednesday, May 10.
Follow @wicysorg on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/wicysorg/

Microsoft Webinar | Securing CI/CD Pipelines
2023-05-11 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | TX
Join WiCyS’s strategic partner Lara Goldstein from Microsoft to learn best practices for securing CI/CD pipelines to prevent software supply-chain attacks.
Register HERE.

The WICYS + ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity Certification Summer Camp
2023-05-16 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | TX
Join us for an informational webinar for the WICYS + ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity Certification Summer Camp. The WICYS + ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity Certification Summer Camp will take 500 WiCyS members through a 14-hour self-paced, technical mentor-supported, training program for ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity Certification. All participating WiCyS members will also receive a voucher to take their certification. You do not need experience — just the passion and drive to enter a demanding and rewarding field, one that opens limitless opportunities worldwide. Certified in Cybersecurity from (ISC)2 – the new entry-level certification from the world’s leading cybersecurity professional organization known for the CISSP® — gives you the knowledge and skills you need to begin your first role ready for what’s next. When you’re Certified in Cybersecurity, you’ll gain access to a wealth of career-building (ISC)2 member benefits and our global network of 350,000 certified members, associates, and candidates. Start your career with a certified advantage!
Register HERE.

WiCyS NEO Affiliate | Spring Event
2023-05-16 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | TrustedSec, 3485 Southwestern Boulevard, Fairlawn, OH, 44333, United States
This event will include a networking hour where food and drinks will be provided by TrustedSec. WiCyS NEO will introduce the Affiliate Leadership Team for 2023. There will be a great discussion on Application Security and other related topics.
Please reach out to WiCyS NEO (wicysneohio@wicys.org) for questions.
WiCyS NEO President: Tiffany McClaskey
Email: mcclaskeytiffany@gmail.com
Register HERE.

WiCyS Houston Affiliate at SecureWolrd
2023-05-18 | TX
Join WiCyS Houston Affiliate 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 Colorado Affiliates at The Fourth Annual Denver Cyber Security Summit
2023-05-18 | TX
Join our WiCyS Colorado Affiliates at The Fourth Annual Denver Cyber Security Summit.
The Cyber Security Summit has been rated as one of The Top 5 Must-Attend Conferences for the last 5 years. Learn from renowned experts from around the globe on how to protect & defend your business from cyber attacks during interactive Panels & Fast Track Discussions. By attending a full day at the Cyber Security Summit, you will receive a certificate granting you 8 Continuing Education Units or Continuing Professional Education Credits. To earn these credits you must participate in the entire summit & confirm your attendance at the end of the day.
Engage, Network, Socialize & Share with hundreds of fellow Powerful Business Leaders, C-Suite Executives & Entrepreneurs. Register HERE.

WiCyS Latina Affiliate at SecureWorld
2023-05-24 | TX
Join WiCyS Latina Affiliate 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.

May Leadership Series
2023-05-24 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | TX
As we continue to explore life post-lockdown, the topic of a trauma-informed workplace is becoming more common. For many, life/work balance, or integration, may feel more complex than ever. As leaders, especially in cybersecurity, how we support our teams in the workplace, and outside, can directly impact the output of results.
For our next Leadership Series discussion, please join us Wednesday, May 24th at 1 pm CT, as we discuss the core elements of building a trauma-informed workplace. We will also discuss the perceived benefits and challenges and what all leaders can do to create more empathetic, safe work environments.
If you are a WiCyS volunteer in a leadership role and have not received an invite please email Quiana Oates at quiana@wicys.org
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

WiCyS Austin Affiliates at The Fourth Annual Austin Cyber Security Summit
2023-05-25 | TX
Join our WiCyS Colorado Affiliates at The Fourth Annual Austin Cyber Security Summit.
The Cyber Security Summit has been rated as one of The Top 5 Must-Attend Conferences for the last 5 years. Learn from renowned experts from around the globe on how to protect & defend your business from cyber attacks during interactive Panels & Fast Track Discussions. By attending a full day at the Cyber Security Summit, you will receive a certificate granting you 8 Continuing Education Units or Continuing Professional Education Credits. To earn these credits you must participate in the entire summit & confirm your attendance at the end of the day.
Engage, Network, Socialize & Share with hundreds of fellow Powerful Business Leaders, C-Suite Executives & Entrepreneurs. Register HERE.

LockHeed Martin Webinar | Elevating your Pitch
2023-05-25 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | TX
When interactions can be quick, virtual, or based on text, how do you represent yourself? Learn how to convey your best self in person, on social media, and with your resume. In this WiCyS strategic partner Panel with Lockheed Martin hear from experts in communications, recruiting, and hiring to learn how to best position yourself.
Register HERE.

WiCyS Chicago Affiliate | Networking Event
2023-05-25 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | 22 W Washington St, Chicago IL
Connect with like-minded women in cyber! Join WiCyS Chicago for a fun networking event on May 25th at MorningStar offices. Food, drinks, and valuable connections.
Register now HERE!
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Breaking into Cybersecurity with Kevin Apolinario from Racies Cyber NY Chapter
2023-05-28 16:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Karachi) | Remote
Would you like to learn how a non-traditional background can help you break into Cybersecurity?
Please join us on May 28th, 2023 at 4:00 pm EST through Zoom. for a cross-collaboration between WiCyS NY Metro Affiliate and RaicesCyberOrg NY Chapter. This virtual event will focus on how you can use your non-cyber-related skills and experiences to obtain your first opportunity in the field. This event will be led by Kevin Apolinario, Racies Cyber NY Chapter President and one of the leading voices in the Cyber world.
For more information and to register, scan the QR Code below or visit our link tree at: https://lnkd.in/e3Jq6_CE
Look forward to seeing you there!

WiCyS Military Affiliate | Monthly Mindfulness and Career Development Meet-Up!
2023-05-31 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Remote
We meet the last Wednesday of each month to discuss career development and mindfulness strategies with guest speaker Nathali Cano.
Please join us HERE. ALL are welcome!

Nestlé Webinar | Transitioning into a Leadership Role in CyberSecurity
2023-06-01 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | TX
Transitioning into a cybersecurity career looks different for many people. In this webinar, we’ll be joined by WiCyS strategic partner Nestlé IT where Michelle Zeigler, Director of IT Security and Compliance at Nestlé IT, will share her career journey to a leader in cybersecurity with an emphasis on her personal growth and development throughout her journey. Michelle will also focus on education, continuing education/certificates, what in-demand leadership cyber security skills or soft skills to have, advice on entering the leadership in CyberSecurity, and much more. This Director of IT Security and Compliance is a profound leader in the Security and Compliance realm. Her ability to be a strong, strategic people leader while balancing cultivating ways of showing courage and empathy makes her stand out amongst her teammates and the Executive Leadership Team.
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 will receive a verification email to use as proof of attendance for submitting CPE or CEU credits with their provider.
Register HERE.

WiCyS at NICE Conference and Expo 2023
2023-06-05 - 2023-06-07 | TX
Visit WiCyS Global and our WiCyS Western Washington Affiliates at their booth at the NICE Conference and Expo 2023!
See WiCyS Executive Director, Lynn Dohm on

June 5, 2023, at the workshop “Expanding the Next Generation’s Skills Development: Using Gamification for Cyber Learning.”
June 6, 2023, speaking on the topic “The Power Of Diversity: Building A Stronger Cybersecurity Workforce.”
June 6, 2023, speaking on the topic “Developing The Next Generation Of Diverse Cybersecurity Professionals Through A Multi-Organizational Partnership.”

This year’s conference Theme “Resetting Expectations: Creating Accessible Cybersecurity Career Pathways” is about reimagining what it takes to be a cybersecurity professional. By resetting the expectations, cybersecurity will be an accessible career path through various, nontraditional avenues.
Register HERE.

WiCyS Utah Affiliates at Salt Lake City Cyber Security Summit
2023-06-07 | TX
Join our WiCyS Utah Affiliates at Salt Lake City Cyber Security Summit
The Cyber Security Summit has been rated as one of The Top 5 Must-Attend Conferences for the last 5 years. Learn from renowned experts from around the globe on how to protect & defend your business from cyber attacks during interactive Panels & Fast Track Discussions. By attending a full day at the Cyber Security Summit, you will receive a certificate granting you 8 Continuing Education Units or Continuing Professional Education Credits. To earn these credits you must participate in the entire summit & confirm your attendance at the end of the day.
Engage, Network, Socialize & Share with hundreds of fellow Powerful Business Leaders, C-Suite Executives & Entrepreneurs. Register HERE.

WiCyS MA At Boston Conference on Cyber Security 2023
2023-06-07 08:00 - 13:00 UTC | Boston College
WiCyS MA will host a booth at the upcoming Boston Conference on Cyber Security. WiCyS is also added as a sponsor for the event.
More information HERE.

WiCyS Chicago Affiliate at SecureWorld!
2023-06-08 | TX
Join WiCyS Chicago Affiliate 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 New England Affiliate at Mass Bay Community College Information Security Summit
2023-06-08 07:30 - 13:30 UTC | 50 Oakland Street Wellesley, MA 02481, 50 Oakland Street, Wellesley, MA, 02481, United States
We will have a table at the 10th Annual Information Security Summit at MassBay Community College. This event will focus on presenting the latest threats and emerging technologies by security and risk management professionals.
Register HERE.

Target Webinar | Cyber Defense Challenge Made Possible By Target
2023-06-09 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | TX
WiCyS is back with the 2nd annual Cyber Defense Challenge made possible by Target! The challenge will give WiCyS members hands-on experience and a taste of what it’s like to be on a cyber defense team. Join the Target team on Friday, June 9 at 10 am CT to learn more about the challenge. This webinar will discuss the unique Cyber Defense Challenge of tackling intel-driven scenarios to experiencing current threats in the landscape.
The multi-tiered program will give WiCyS members a plethora of cyber defense savviness while providing opportunities to win a WiCyS 2024 conference scholarship! Learn more about the Cyber Defense Challenge made Possible by Target HERE.
Register HERE.

WiCyS at AWS re:Inforce
2023-06-13 - 2023-06-14 | TX
Calling all security, compliance, or identity industry professionals! WiCyS members have been invited to attend the AWS re:Inforce 2023 Conference, a security learning conference featuring AWS experts and industry-leading customers, held in Anaheim, CA, or virtually on June 13-14, 2023. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with other industry professionals, engage in top-of-mind security risks, and learn about the latest AWS security solutions – a great way to up your security knowledge and network with your peers! Sign up HERE if you are interested in a complimentary pass to the event. Come see what we’ve been building for you and your customers
Register HERE.
Reach out to info@wicys.org for any additional questions.

Instagram Takeover | Sandia National Labs
2023-06-14 | TX
Sandia National Laboratories is taking over the WiCyS Instagram stories on June 14 to give you an inside look at working with Sandia Labs. Cybersecurity Researchers, Meghan, and Katie will guide us along thru their day. We’ll hear about their career journeys and the experiences of others at Sandia as well as internship and career opportunities!
Meghan is a mathematician by training and through her nearly nine years at Sandia National Laboratories, she has applied her skills to many application areas. Her current and perhaps favorite area of work is as a cyber security researcher for cyber-physical systems. The bulk of her work focuses on cyber systems modeling/simulation, cyber experimentation, and analysis where she brings rigorous scientific principles of modeling and experimentation to the cyber domain to ensure the protection of the nation’s critical systems.
Katie is a Cybersecurity Researcher at Sandia National Laboratories. She has over ten years of experience applying data analysis and machine learning to problems to meet challenges in the software security assessment domain. As an example, Katie has explored deep learning applications for detecting flaws in common software programs.
Join these two on June 14 by tuning into the WiCyS Instagram page here: https://www.instagram.com/wicysorg/

WiCyS Silicon Valley Affiliate | Forecasting Data Breaches with Thomas Lee, PhD
2023-06-14 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom, IN
Join WiCyS Silicon Valley as we host Thomas Lee, PhD, to discuss the role of certifications and staffing in forecasting data breaches on Wednesday, June 14th at 5:00 – 6:00 pm PST! 🔒
Data breaches are not random incidents. In an upcoming session, Dr. Thomas Lee, CEO of VivoSecurity, will shed light on an often overlooked aspect of data breach prediction: insufficient staffing. Building upon his work in forecasting fraud among business customers, Dr. Lee discovered that audit staff, not just IT staff, play a crucial role in preventing data breaches.
During this session, you’ll gain insights into accurately forecasting cybersecurity data breaches based on number of employees and their specific certifications related to cybersecurity. Dr. Lee will showcase how this approach can help organizations establish risk appetite goals in terms of expected breach frequency, enabling them to right-size their cybersecurity teams accordingly.
CPE credit:
You can earn 1 CPE credit by attending this webinar. If you want to claim this CPE credit towards the CISA, you’ll need to send a request to our Board asking for evidence of your attendance.
About the speaker:
Thomas Lee, PhD is an esteemed expert in the field of cybersecurity and the CEO of VivoSecurity. His Silicon Valley-based company leverages data collection, regression modeling, and AI to bring predictability to the seemingly random nature of data breaches. With extensive experience in developing models for forecasting fraud, PII data breaches, lawsuits and costs associated with breaches, and shareholder lawsuits for public companies, Dr. Lee is a leading authority in the cybersecurity landscape.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Dr. Thomas Lee, and enhance your organization’s approach to data breach prevention! 💥
Register now for the event HERE.

WiCyS Webinar: Resume Best Practices
2023-06-15 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | TX
Do you get writer’s block whenever you are faced with drafting your own resume? Join Penelope Rozhkova, Security Consultant at Accenture to get some pointers on best practices. Penelope will ask questions to get the creative juices flowing and share tips on how to format and highlight what you have to offer.
Penelope Rozhkova lives the Frank Sonnenberg quote, “As you climb your ladder of success, reach down and pull others along with you.” She was a founding member of two college WiCyS chapters and of the WiCyS Latina Affiliate. While Penelope holds a Masters in Education Administration, she is a career-changer as an Ivy Tech MUTC CyberAcademy graduate. Previously she worked in a K-12 setting, where she hired for district-wide roles, and then moved into a business setting, where she hired individuals for her own office staff. She has presented workshops on financial education in both corporate and non-profit settings. She has worked with individuals as well as in train-the-trainer programs to share best practices in both the fields of education and financial services, and now in cybersecurity. Although she is young in her cybersecurity career, she is well-versed in navigating group dynamics and mentoring future leaders. As an educator at heart, within cybersecurity, it is among her goals to share her previous experience as a leader while she grows her technical skills in the field, which she will undoubtedly end up teaching along the way as she reaches back to pull those up behind her.
Register HERE.

WiCyS Georgia Affiliate | Identity Security for Attack Surface Management
2023-06-15 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | TX
Identity and Access Management systems form fundamental building blocks of Cyber Security with the increase in digitization and Identity automation. In recent years, identity-based attacks have been increasing exponentially using a combination of social engineering, phishing, and exploitation of vulnerabilities in configuration and infrastructure. As Identity became the perimeter, managing the Identity attack surface has become equally important. Whether your Identity platforms are SAAS or On-Prem, they need to be constantly monitored and integrated into your threat management platform
To understand these attack vectors, the first step is cataloging all key Identity capabilities, their infrastructure, and technology. Any small-to-mid-size company will minimally have Directories like Active Directory, Authentication capabilities like Single Sign On, and Privileged Access Management.
Register HERE.
