New ideas, new technologies, new ways of seeing—and a whole lot of uncertainty. It's remembered as an age of enlightenment. But imagine living through it. The world was changing faster than people could understand or adapt. Sound familiar? AI and emerging technology are creating our own Renaissance. At ChiBrrCon, they are excited about what’s possible […]
In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) has developed a toolkit to share with our community. This toolkit includes free, effective tools individuals can use to mobilize the community, raise cyber awareness, and promote proper cyber hygiene to reduce cyber risk. Use the toolkit and learn about all of the initiatives for […]
Elevate your cybersecurity career and expand your professional network through the WiCyS Mentorship Program, sponsored by Okta. Hosted on a dedicated mentorship platform, this 6-month group-based experience pairs experienced cybersecurity leaders with small mentee cohorts to focus on critical non-technical professional development. Gain actionable strategies in key career drivers, including goal setting, personal branding, effective […]
The Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Fellowship Program is a multi-disciplinary leadership accelerator designed to advance women in cybersecurity. Running from January through September 2027, the 9-month program expands access to WiCyS initiatives while equipping 35 high-potential, mid-career members with the strategic, technical and communication skills needed to reach executive roles within three to five years. […]
Sharpen your technical skills in a high-energy, hands-on environment at the Bloomberg x WiCyS Capture the Flag (CTF) 2026! Hosted remotely on Hack The Box, this 24-hour virtual competition challenges 200 participants with real-world scenarios across web security, networking, cryptography, steganography, reconnaissance, reverse engineering, and pwn. Whether you are looking to test your problem-solving abilities […]
Join the WiCyS Minnesota Affiliate at the 16th Annual Cyber Security Summit in Minneapolis, where industry leaders, innovators, and practitioners come together to explore this year’s theme: Human-Led. AI-Powered. Discover cutting-edge insights, connect with peers, and gain practical strategies to navigate today’s evolving cyber landscape. Explore pass options or click Register Now to secure your […]
When ransomware hits a hospital, the challenge extends far beyond IT: Who decides? Who coordinates? How does the SOC align clinical teams, legal, executives, and communications as the crisis escalates? In this WiCyS webinar, industry experts take attendees behind the scenes of a real-world hospital tabletop exercise: Key Crisis Scenarios: Explores critical decision points, escalating […]
Technical expertise opens the door to cybersecurity, but reaching executive leadership requires lessons rarely taught in school or certifications. For many women, that journey means navigating hidden barriers, overcoming self-doubt, building influence, and leading authentically. In this WiCyS webinar, Microsoft leads a panel of accomplished security leaders for a candid conversation about the unwritten lessons […]
Join the WiCyS Chicago Affiliate for Unmasking the Three Ghosts of Security. In modern cybersecurity, isolated teams leave behind dangerous blind spots — the "ghosts" lurking within your infrastructure. Join the panel of security leaders as we unmask the disconnect between Threat Intelligence, Proactive Hunting, and Vulnerability Management. Attendees will discover how to banish operational silos […]
Join the WiCyS Jinnah University for Women Student Chapter at The International Conference on Cybersecurity and Digital Defense (ICyDD) is an annual international conference organized by the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering, Jinnah University for Women, Karachi. Founded in 2024, ICyDD brings together cybersecurity professionals, researchers, academics, students, industry experts, and enthusiasts to […]
AI security gets complicated when theory meets production. At SANS AI Cybersecurity Summit Fall 2026, practitioners building, securing, evaluating, and governing AI will come together to compare notes on what’s working, what they’re learning, where the hard problems remain, and how security teams are responding. Attend the Summit in Arlington for two days of keynotes, […]
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 […]
Join WiCyS Western Washington at SecureWorld Seattle; stop by the booth to connect with WiCyS members, learn how the local WiCyS Affiliate offers mentoring, learning, networking, and career development to women at all stages of their cybersecurity careers, and grab some swag. SecureWorld’s mission is to connect and empower local cybersecurity communities. The SecureWorld conferences blend […]
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 […]
Join WiCyS Germany for our November Meetup in Berlin, an evening for women in cybersecurity and allies to connect, share experiences, and talk about what’s happening in the field right now. Whether you’re working in security, just starting out, or curious about the space, this meetup is a chance to meet others in the industry, […]
Join WiCyS at SWE 2026 to connect with WiCyS members. Please stop by our booth to meet our team, snag some swag, and learn more about WiCyS.This three-day event brings together more than 15,000 attendees from 40+ countries to connect, innovate, and inspire. Under the theme "Radiate Change," WE26 invites all to be part of […]
60% of organizations update web applications weekly, yet 75% test security monthly or less, leading 81% to knowingly ship vulnerable code to meet deadlines, driven by traditional pen tests taking three weeks and $25–50K per engagement. In this WiCyS webinar, Amazon Web Services demonstrates how to close this gap using two complementary security solutions: AWS […]
WiCyS Student Chapter Leaders-Only Meeting: WiCyS Student Chapters are being developed and launched rapidly around the world, and help showcase the collective strength of the Women in CyberSecurity community. Each […]
AI is reshaping careers—and with it, raising difficult questions: Is my experience still relevant? How do I keep up? Is there still a place for me? This talk invites women to meet those questions with curiosity and agency rather than self-doubt. Instead of treating the AI era as a reason to step back, explore how […]
Join the WiCyS Mid-Atlantic Affiliate at Identiverse Washington, D.C., November 9-10 at MGM National Harbor! Explore “Identity at the Frontier of Trust: Fraud, AI, Regulation, and Market Confidence.” Stop by our booth, expand your network, and connect with identity professionals, security practitioners, and business leaders for conversations shaping the future of digital trust. Learn more, […]
In this WiCyS webinar, Cisco will provide an introduction on all things Post Quantum Cryptography and how they will affect the day-to-day of companies needing to protect their data, infrastructure and customers. 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 […]
What does the transition from military service to cybersecurity actually look like? Join WiCyS DFW for a practical session featuring David Renteria, U.S. Army Veteran, Cybersecurity Educator, and Mentor, as he shares resources, opportunities, and actionable guidance for veterans interested in entering the cybersecurity field. In this session, you’ll learn about: Free certifications and training […]
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 helps identify and elevate mid-career […]
In this WiCyS webinar, Ford Motor Company will do a deep dive into the cyber physical realm, discussing what it means to secure the physical environment against cyber threats. 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 […]
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 different areas of town, and it’s always come-and-go; anyone can stop by for a quick hello or stay and hang out. Whether attendees are brand […]
As organizations struggle with manual penetration testing, code review bottlenecks, and outdated threat models, the AWS Security Agent changes the equation by proactively securing applications from design through deployment. In this WiCyS webinar, Amazon Web Services demonstrates how this frontier AI agent proactively secures applications from design through deployment. This co-presented session is split into […]
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 […]
This 9-month mentorship program, exclusively for WiCyS professional members, is designed to elevate and upskill women in their careers by enhancing skills in areas such as influence, negotiation, leadership, work/life harmony and communication. We are all continual learners, and engaging in a meaningful mentoring relationship can sharpen your professional development, keep you focused on intentional […]
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 […]
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