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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.

WiCyS LGBTQ+ PRIDE Affiliate Meeting # 2
2023-06-16 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Discord
Join our discord to join in on the fun! We will be meeting virtually for a socials night, playing Jackbox games. There are 2 dates, and people can attend one or both of them!
Register HERE.

June Book Club
2023-06-17 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
Mary Aiken is the world’s leading expert in forensic cyberpsychology – a discipline that combines psychology, criminology, and technology to investigate the intersection where technology and human behavior meet. In The Cyber Effect, her first book, Aiken has created a starting point for all future conversations about how the Internet is shaping development and behavior, societal norms and values, children, safety, security, and our perception of the world. This book will upend your assumptions about your online life and forever change the way you think about the technology you, your friends, and your family use. Available as an audiobook!
Join us as we discuss this book on June 17 at 12 pm CT.
Register HERE

SANS Webinar | A Pathway to a High-Paying Career in Cybersecurity
2023-06-20 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
In this WiCyS Strategic Partner webinar with SANS Technology Institute, viewers will gain an overview of this accredited college that offers career-focused graduate and undergraduate programs at the cutting edge of cybersecurity. During this webinar, SANS Technology Institute will share information about the curriculum, faculty, certifications, and flexible structure of the SANS.edu programs, as well as the admissions process and funding options. Additionally, SANS will explore how their students break into the world of cybersecurity and the resources they provide for ultimate career success.

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 Military Affiliate | June Meeting - Maril Vernon
2023-06-20 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Remote
Our June meeting features guest speaker Maril Vernon who will be going over all things Purple Team!
Please join us HERE. All are welcome!

WiCyS Delaware Valley Affiliate | Networking Social
2023-06-22 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The Commonwealth Chateau at Sugarloaf – Chestnut Hill College, Sugarloaf Campus, 9220 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19118, United States
WiCyS Delaware Valley will be hosting its second networking event of the year: a Networking BBQ! Join us and enjoy BBQ-style food and refreshments as you network with members of our community. Come and meet our new board, learn more about cybersecurity journeys and career pathways, and make new professional connections!
This event is generously sponsored by:

Arctic Wolf
CDI
firstPRO
Varonis
Wiz

Register HERE.
*Please Note: This event is for adults only*

WiCyS Western Canada Affiliate | Lift as you Climb: Harnessing the Power of Networking
2023-06-22 17:30 - 19:15 UTC | Concordia University of Edmonton, Lecture Hall - HA017, 7128 Ada Boulevard Northwest, Edmonton, Alberta, T5B 4E4, Canada
Empowering #everyone in the #cybersecurity and #tech industry is at the forefront of our event!
We invite you to join us for an engaging and interactive panel discussion centered around the importance of supporting and uplifting others as we progress in our own careers. Discover valuable insights, personal anecdotes, and strategies shared by our esteemed panelists for fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that benefits everyone involved.
Whether you’re a student, recently laid off, or a working professional, the speed networking portion of the event is an excellent opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, build new connections, and potentially find a mentor or support circle that can help you on your journey.
Ensure you do not miss this opportunity to gain practical knowledge and inspiration to implement the “Lift as You Climb” philosophy in your own professional journey, contributing to a stronger and more supportive cybersecurity and tech community.
Sign up HERE.

WiCyS Neurodiversity Affiliate – Pride Month
2023-06-24 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver)
Join us at the next WiCyS Neurodiversity affiliate event celebrating Pride Month!
More information HERE.

WiCyS Houston Affiliate | A Day with DD and B&B
2023-06-24 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
A fun-filled event playing Backdoor & Breaches and a talk from Catharina “Dd” Budiharto.
Learn more HERE.

WiCyS San Diego Affiliate | Annual Meeting and Elections
2023-06-25 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | McGregor’s Bar & Grill, 10475San Diego Mission Road, San Diego, CA, 92108, United States
Women in Cybersecurity San Diego Annual Meeting
Contact Information: wicyssandiego@wicys.org, triciaamcmahon@gmail.com

Speaker Spotlight Program Applications Now Open!
2023-06-27 - 2023-07-18
WiCyS is excited to announce the launch of the WiCyS Speakers Spotlight Program! This new program is designed to help women like you, professionals working in cybersecurity, to develop public speaking skills and find opportunities for speaking engagements. We know this program will elevate the voice of women across the cybersecurity industry!
Open to any WiCyS member working professionally, this Cisco-sponsored program grants free access to Innovation Women, an online platform that provides equal visibility opportunities for women and connects female professionals with speaking opportunities, podcast guest slots, and expert source opportunities with journalists.
Women accepted into the Speakers Spotlight Program can create their speaker profile on the Innovation Women platform, where they can also access tutorials and educational modules, tools to manage and organize speaking applications and engagements, and the 2,000 speaker member directory.
Speaking opportunities can expand industry connections and elevate business growth—and speakers like you can motivate and inspire young women to become interested in a career in cybersecurity.
Tell your story and share your passion for cybersecurity—your voice deserves to be heard!
Apply today and become a part of the 350 WiCyS speaker cohort. Applications close on July 18. Learn more details here!

WiCyS Military Affiliate | June Mindfulness and Career Development Meet-Up
2023-06-28 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Remote
Our group meets monthly, the last Wednesday of each month, with Nathalie Cano at 7pm Central to discuss career development and mindfulness strategies in a supportive setting. All are welcome to attend!
Register HERE.

Webinar | 2023 Speaker Spotlight Program
2023-06-29 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
Join Lynn Dohm, Executive Director (WiCyS), Pam Lindemoen, CISO Advisor (Cisco Secure), and Bobbie Carlton, Founder at Innovation Women as they share how this Speakers Spotlight Program allows WiCyS members to generate more pathways to educate others, share skill sets and insights, explore thought leadership, and more. Gain visibility for speaking engagements in this one-year cohort, tell your story, and share your passion by stepping into the space of public speaking. Applications open on June 27th.
Register HERE.

WiCyS DevSecOps Affiliate | Meet & Greet
2023-06-29 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Remote
Come Meet our WiCyS DevSecOps Affiliate Board!
We, the members of WiCyS DevSecOps Affiliate, are very excited to start this new chapter as members of this dynamic organization. We want to introduce our board members, speak to you about our vision for WiCyS DevSecOps Affiliate, and share information about one of our upcoming programs for this year. What better way to do this is by having our 1st event, a Meet & Greet?
Please join us on Thursday, June 29th, 2023, at 2 – 3 pm EST. Registration is open now. We will share the link closer to the event date. See you there.

WiCyS Phoenix AZ Affiliate | EC-Council Drone Hacking Sessions & In-Person Mixer
2023-07-12 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | EC-Council Phoenix, 3410 E. University Dr Suite 370, Phoenix, AZ, 85034, United States
Join us in Phoenix for an in-person mixer and two drone hacking sessions presented by EC-Council instructor Kevin King.
Seats are limited for this event.
Networking mixer from 5 pm – 8 pm
Two Drone Hacking Sessions are being held at 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm
Register HERE.

Webinar Dell | Dell’s SRO (Security & Resiliency Organization) Panel
2023-07-13 10:00 - 11:00 UTC
Step right into the world of Dell Technologies’ Security and Resiliency Organization as WiCyS strategic partner, Dell Technologies, introduces you to a unique cast of characters – each representing a different pillar. In this engaging talk, they will take center stage to share their fascinating day-to-day experiences, shed light on their challenges, recount the journey that led them here, and unveil their exciting visions for the future. Get ready for an insightful and inspiring exploration of the diverse roles within a mature security organization.

Panel Host: Lisa Bradley
Panel:

Ashwini Siddhi, Product & Application Security
Cathe Yusupov, Physical Security
Lavanya S, GRC
Neha Thethi, Cyber Security
Tonya , Customer Trust

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 San Diego Affiliate | Pride 2023
2023-07-15
Join WiCyS San Diego Affiliate at the Annual San Diego Pride Parade!
More information HERE.
