The WiCyS Vulnerability Disclosure Program (VDP) is designed to provide WiCyS members with hands-on, technical training in identifying, reporting, and remediating cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Utilizing the WiCyS website and platform as a live training environment, participants gain real-world experience in vulnerability discovery, triage, and reporting—key skills that enhance their résumés and prepare them for careers in […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
The WiCyS Security Training Scholarship, made possible by WiCyS Tier 1 Partners and Premier Supporters, is a multi-staged scholarship opportunity for WiCyS members. Those selected will participate in a reliable pathway to launch and advance in their cybersecurity careers through skills development. The focus of this scholarship is to award WiCyS members who are seeking cybersecurity employment within the next […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
Join us for the 12th Annual Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Conference, March 11–13, 2026, in National Harbor, MD. Registration will remain available until capacity is reached. The WiCyS Conference is the premier event to recruit, retain, and advance women in cybersecurity, bringing together leaders from academia, research, government, and industry. Conference programming includes keynote speakers, […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
About the SANS Executive Cybersecurity Exercise at RSAC Conference 2026: This 90-minute SANS Executive Cyber Exercise will put you inside a simulated cyber event to help your organization understand what it takes to respond to a cyber incident from a strategic perspective. The simulated exercise will emphasize the importance of a well-practiced cyber crisis plan […]
The WiCyS Aspiring Professional Mentorship Program connects undergraduate WiCyS student members with experienced mentors across the cybersecurity industry. This 4-month group-based mentorship experience helps students build core career readiness skills while engaging in a supportive, empowering community. Based on NACE Career Readiness Competencies, the curriculum equips aspiring professionals with the skills, tools, and mentorship needed […]
Confidence and presence are essential for mid-career professionals navigating leadership moments, presentations, and high-pressure conversations. This learning sprint is designed to help participants access grounded confidence and communicate with clarity and authority. Participants will learn practical, body-based, and voice techniques to regulate nerves, project presence, and transform anxiety into authenticity. This session is ideal for […]
Networking does not have to mean working the room or forcing yourself to be someone you are not. This interactive session is designed to help early-career professionals build meaningful professional connections in a way that feels authentic, grounded, and sustainable. Participants will learn practical tools to start conversations with ease, navigate networking environments with confidence, […]
VanWiT and WiCyS Western Canada are coming together for an interactive, career-focused event designed for women who want to explore, expand, or reimagine their path in technology and cybersecurity.This event goes beyond job titles to offer an inside look at a wide range of technical and non-technical roles, including Application Security, Identity & Access Management, Incident Response, Risk […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
Join the WiCyS BISO Affiliate for the Quarterly webinar. Dr. Romi A. BISO Abidoye is a seasoned Business Information Security Officer with over 15 years of experience aligning cybersecurity, risk, and governance with business objectives in highly regulated financial services environments. He partners closely with senior leaders, audit, legal, and regulators to reduce supervisory findings, […]
Join WiCyS St. Louis for the FutureCon Cybersecurity Event to connect with WiCyS members! Please stop by our booth to meet our affiliate, snag some swag, and learn more. Hear from the esteemed speakers while gaining up to 10 CPE credits. Immerse yourself in the latest cybersecurity developments to gain valuable insights in today’s dynamic […]
Mark your calendars for Monday, March 2, as WiCyS and SANS join forces to celebrate International Women’s Day with an exciting, interactive social media challenge designed to engage and inspire the cybersecurity community. Open to all WiCyS members, the challenge will feature two technical challenges and one non-technical challenge. The competition will take place on […]
Join Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) AI Affiliate for monthly member meetup! This month's topic of focus is Moltbot (aka Claudbot), an intelligent virtual assistant that leverages artificial intelligence and natural language processing to facilitate seamless communication and operational efficiency. It can handle a wide range of tasks, such as answering frequently asked questions, retrieving data […]
In an era of “copy-paste” content and algorithmic echo chambers, standing out has never been harder—or more essential. Artificial Intelligence is often framed as a tool for automation, but what if it became a tool for articulation? This WiCyS webinar featuring Palo Alto Networks is built for those who want to understand how AI can […]
Join WiCyS Nigeria Affiliate for a webinar to start the year strong with practical goal-setting frameworks tailored for women in cyber. Hear from Nigerian cyber professionals on overcoming imposter syndrome, creating personal career goals, and aligning the development plans to achieve the goals. The session will guide women at different career stages with a practical […]
Are you attending the BSides Seattle Conference 2026 this week on Feb 27th and/or Feb 28th? If you haven't secured your ticket yet, please visit HERE The 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 (𝐖𝐢𝐂𝐲𝐒) 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 is proud to be a community partner, and will be present there alongside the Student Chapters, WiCyS UW Seattle and WiCyS […]
WiCyS Professional Affiliate Leaders-Only Meeting: We are all Stronger Together. As WiCyS professional affiliates trailblaze through their regional, specialty, or corporate affiliate programs, we collectively meet monthly in a leadership capacity to sync up on WiCyS global updates, best practices, upcoming events, and Q&A. Affiliate meetings are held on the first Tuesday at 7:00 pm […]
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 […]
Experience the power of The WOMEN IN SECURITY Documentary in Denver on March 4th! Don't miss our unforgettable film + the networking! Welcome to the “The WOMEN IN SECURITY Documentary” […]
Join WiCyS Ne Ohio Affiliate for an interactive, hands-on session is designed specifically for job seekers in the cybersecurity field who want to strengthen how they present their experience to […]
Conduct the monthly Board Meeting to review organizational performance, address open action items, approve next steps, and coordinate upcoming events and strategic initiatives. Connect with WiCyS Austin HERE
Meet-and-greet in-person activity for the Uganda affiliate, 1st of its kind since the affiliate approval activities include Painting and a fireside chat. Learn more about the affiliate and keep […]
Join WiCyS DFW for a relaxed WiCyS February Coffee Chat where women in cybersecurity—and allies—come together to connect, share experiences, and build community. Register HERE
As Nigeria’s digital ecosystem continues to grow, cybersecurity has become central to protecting individuals, organizations, and national digital infrastructure. Despite this growing demand, women remain underrepresented in hands-on cybersecurity roles […]
The 12th annual Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Conference is March 11-13, 2026, in National Harbor, MD. The WiCyS conference is the premier event to RECRUIT, RETAIN and ADVANCE women in cybersecurity. WiCyS brings together women in cybersecurity from academia, research, government and industry. Conference components include: Keynote Speakers, Technical Presentations, Workshops, Panels, Lightning Talks, Networking […]
Experience the power of The WOMEN IN SECURITY Documentary in Washington DC on March 13th! Don't miss this special WiCyS 2026 screening! Welcome to the “The WOMEN IN SECURITY Documentary” Washington DC Screening Premiere! Join Lynn Dohm, WiCyS Executive Director, the WiCyS Mid-Atlantic Affiliate, and AISES for an exclusive in-person event. Witness the powerful stories of […]
Join the WiCyS Austin Monthly Social! It's a relaxed, casual, and family-friendly meetup where good conversation and great connections come easy. The hosting spots vary across Austin to better accommodate […]
Join thousands of your peers at RSAC™ 2026 Conference in San Francisco from March 23–26. Discover new strategies, explore bold technologies, and connect with peers who share your challenges and ambitions. Don’t just attend the Conference—be part of the community that defines what’s next. Register now HERE
Join WiCyS South Carolina Affiliate at the South Coast Center & Maritime Cybersecurity Institute Summit to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet us, snag some swag, and learn more! The focus on our joint summit in 2026 will be "Critical Infrastructure": Our Energy Sector, Local Government, Hospitals, Financial Industry, Our […]
WiCyS is proud to partner with Cyber Security Alliance (CSA) for the in-person CSA Summit 2026 at RSAC. For 17 years, the CSA Summit at RSAC Conference has been the stage where global security visionaries define what comes next. In 2026, the pace of disruption is unprecedented—driven by generative and agentic AI, intensifying regulatory pressure, […]
About the SANS Executive Cybersecurity Exercise at RSAC Conference 2026: This 90-minute SANS Executive Cyber Exercise will put you inside a simulated cyber event to help your organization understand what it takes to respond to a cyber incident from a strategic perspective. The simulated exercise will emphasize the importance of a well-practiced cyber crisis plan […]
As cybersecurity professionals advance, the ability to clearly explain technical work to non-technical audiences becomes critical. This session helps mid-career professionals communicate complex ideas in ways that resonate, influence, and build credibility. Participants will learn how to simplify technical concepts without losing expertise, structure explanations clearly, and adapt messaging for executives, clients, and broader audiences. […]
Confidence and presence are essential for mid-career professionals navigating leadership moments, presentations, and high-pressure conversations. This learning sprint is designed to help participants access grounded confidence and communicate with clarity and authority. Participants will learn practical, body-based, and voice techniques to regulate nerves, project presence, and transform anxiety into authenticity. This session is ideal for […]
We are pleased to announce that Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) will be at RSAC and is hosting a meetup on Tuesday, March 24th, 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. We’d love for you to join us. Save the […]
The Executive Leaders Network brings together top cybersecurity leaders to share insights, solve challenges, and build a trusted community of peers. In a field that is constantly changing and where leadership can often feel isolating, this network offers a space for open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic support. It also serves as a platform to […]
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming the foundation of traditional networking and cybersecurity architectures. This WiCyS webinar featuring Palo Alto Networks will explore how AI is disrupting each layer of the OSI stack. Join us to gain insights into what the future holds for traditional networking systems and how enterprises can strategically adapt to an AI-driven […]
Join WiCyS at College Day at RSAC 2026. Stop by our table to connect with WiCyS members and grab some SWAG. College Day at RSAC 2026 gives current college students and recent grads the opportunity to learn from the cybersecurity industry’s best and brightest. Gain access to exclusive programming and attend sessions and Keynotes with […]
Calling all WiCyS STUDENT Chapters WiCyS University of Alberta is planning to host a cross-chapter Capture the Flag (CTF) event in March 2026! Whether your chapter is brand new, just getting started, or well-established - everyone is welcome. Our goal is to create a fun, collaborative, and inclusive competition that brings together Women in CyberSecurity […]
Conduct the monthly Board Meeting to review organizational performance, address open action items, approve next steps, and coordinate upcoming events and strategic initiatives. Connect with WiCyS Austin HERE
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