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University of Phoenix Highlights Women in Cybersecurity Student Chapter During National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Student-led chapter supports inclusive pathways into cybersecurity careers and aligns with the College’s mission to prepare workforce-ready professionals PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--University of Phoenix is spotlighting its Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) Student Chapter...
Ghana: Stakeholders Build Capacity in Digital Safety, Accountability, Inclusion
A three-day capacity-building workshop to promote digital safety, accountability, and inclusion across the country began in Accra yesterday on the theme: "Building a safe, informed and accountable digital space - Strengthening our human firewall." Dubbed CyberSecure...
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Call for Presenters for 2026 Conference
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) announced its Call for Presenters (CFP) for the WiCyS 2026 Conference is open. COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) announced that its Call for Presenters (CFP) for the WiCyS 2026 Conference is...
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) to Host Virtual Career Fair on September 24, 2025
COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), the nonprofit organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in cybersecurity, will host its Fall Virtual Career Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, with...
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) and ISC2 Announce WiCyS + ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity Certification Fall Camp
COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in cybersecurity, in partnership with ISC2, the world's leading nonprofit member organization...
Powering Up Parents: Launching the Raising Digital Natives Toolkit
Raising Digitally Fluent Kids: Practical tools for parents, simple guidance for kids BY: Camille Stewart Gloster You’ve made it through the series. From toddlers tapping tablets to teens navigating algorithms and AI, you’ve followed each stage of building...
Nonprofit Cyber Welcomes Four New Members, Growing the Coalition to 53 Cybersecurity Nonprofits
New York, August 27, 2025 — The Nonprofit Cyber coalition continues its growth with the addition of four distinguished new members: Center for Cyber Safety and Education, CMMC Professionals Network, NGO Information Sharing and Analysis Center (NGO-ISAC), and Women in...
WiCyS Makes Strides in Building the Cybersecurity Workforce with 6th Annual Security Training Scholarship
Hands-On Learning and Career Support to Fast-Track Your Cybersecurity Future COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), the nonprofit organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in cybersecurity...
Breaking Barriers in Cybersecurity: A Conversation with WiCyS’s Executive Director
Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of nonprofit organization WiCyS discusses the importance of inclusion when solving the cybersecurity workforce gap. Every year, Security magazine takes a moment to spotlight the incredible women making waves in the physical...
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS): Building Community and Fostering Opportunity in Cybersecurity
When Lynn Dohm walked into RSA Conference 2025, she wasn’t just representing a nonprofit; she was rallying a global movement to build connection, visibility and staying power in one of the most demanding industries in technology. As Executive Director of Women in...
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WiCyS Stories: Udochukwu Nwandikom’s Pursuit of Peace and Purpose in Cybersecurity
“I’m grateful for the chance encounter that led me to WiCyS. Even with a master’s in software and security engineering, I knew I was missing something essential: mentorship. As the only woman in my program, I longed for female mentors who could understand my...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | ‘Tis the Season to Be Skeptical – Shopping Online Securely
A Holiday Deal Too Good to Be True Maya was thrilled when she found a pair of name-brand wireless headphones advertised at 70% off. The website looked professional, the holiday promotion felt urgent, and she even received a confirmation email minutes after placing her...
AI-Driven SOC: EPAM’s Best Practices in Cyber Defense Automation
BY: Adelia Ibragimova Introduction Today, much of the effort in cyber-AI is aimed at automating everything possible. However, it is crucial to understand where this automation is heading. Currently, most initiatives and research in AI security are focused on...
WiCyS Stories: Rashmi Bharathan’s Mission to Empower the Next Generation of Cybersecurity Leaders
“WiCyS has been an incredible platform for me to grow both as a mentor and an entrepreneur. Through WiCyS, I have had the opportunity to mentor aspiring cybersecurity professionals, helping them navigate their careers and empowering them with the right resources and...
Innovating Cyber Defense: How Women of Diversity Are Shaping the Future of U.S. Cybersecurity
BY: Maryam Syeda In an era where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated and pervasive, the need for innovative cybersecurity solutions has never been more critical. Central to this innovation are women from diverse backgrounds, who are making significant...
The Strategic Gateway: Why Your Next Cybersecurity Role Should Be in Sales Engineering
BY: Jackie McGuire, jackiesinsecurity In the vast and rapidly expanding universe of cybersecurity, we often picture the heroes as hoodie-clad figures in dark rooms, hunting for threats, or as C-level executives in boardrooms, making high-stakes decisions. While these...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | The Hidden Dangers of Forgotten Accounts: Why It Pays to Clean House
Emma’s Forgotten Gaming Forum Account Emma, a 33-year-old software developer, had long forgotten about her old gaming forum account. She had signed up over a decade ago when she was in college, obsessed with an online strategy game. Over time, the forum grew...
When AI meets Cybersecurity: Strategic Management for a Safer Tomorrow
BY: Venus Liong As AI systems become deeply embedded in critical infrastructure, enterprise workflows, and consumer applications, the cybersecurity stakes have never been higher. Recently, I had the opportunity to attend the Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) AI...
Unlocking Potential: Growing as a Woman in Cybersecurity
BY: Gurdeep Gill When I look back at my early days in cybersecurity, I remember sitting in meetings, quietly absorbing everything but rarely speaking up. My mind was full of questions, but fear kept me quiet. What if I was wrong? What if my question sounded...
WiCyS Stories: Alex Perotti’s Bold Leap from Nonprofit to Cybersecurity Trailblazer
“The Target Cyber Defense Challenge was my gateway into cybersecurity. It pushed me beyond my comfort zone and helped me uncover a passion I hadn’t fully realized. The challenges kept me engaged and showed me what I was capable of, even without a traditional technical...
PODCASTS
Reimagining Cyber: Solving the Cyber Workforce Crisis
Women make up only a fraction of the cybersecurity workforce—and many hit a career ceiling just 6 to 10 years in. At the same time, millions of cyber roles remain unfilled, and the talent gap keeps growing. Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in CyberSecurity...
Cybersecurity Where You Are Podcast | Episode 136: How WiCyS Advances Women in Cybersecurity
In episode 136 of Cybersecurity Where You Are, Sean Atkinson and Tony Sager are joined live by Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS). Together, they discuss how WiCyS works to advance women in cybersecurity. Below are timestamped highlights...
Empowering Women in Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Lynn Dohm
In this episode, Jennifer Cox sits down with Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), to explore the evolving landscape of cybersecurity careers for women. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in this male-dominated field, the...
Women in Cybersecurity: A Global Cyber Sisterhood Ft. Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of WiCyS
In this episode, Ryan Williams Sr. interviews Lynn Dohm, the Executive Director of WiCyS (Women in Cybersecurity), discussing the organization's mission to recruit, retain, and advance women in the cybersecurity field. Lynn shares her journey into cybersecurity, the...
Empowering Women in Cybersecurity: Overcoming Challenges and Building Diversity with Lynn Dohm
Lynn Dohm, executive director of Women in Cybersecurity, shares her journey and highlights the workforce shortage in the field. She discusses the importance of diversity and mentorship, noting that those with mentors are more likely to advance. Challenges such as...
Rosalie Olmsted Featured on Distilled Security Podcast
Rosalie Olmstead was interviewed by the Distilled Security Podcast while attending the Three Rivers Information Security Symposium (TRISS) in Pittsburgh. Rosalie talked about the benefits of being a WiCyS member and ongoing initiatives.
The Cyber Talent Crisis: How to Strengthen Your Workforce Now w/ Lynn Dohm
In E1 of this new and oh-so-timely series, I sit down with Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS), as she shares her wisdom and unique insights on how empowering women in cybersecurity will strengthen the cyber workforce and help organizations...
2024 Cyber Talent Study by N2K and WiCyS
Maria Varmazis, N2K host of T-Minus Space Daily, talks with WiCyS Executive Director Lynn Dohm and N2K's Simone Petrella, Dr. Heather Monthie, and Jeff Welgan about the 2024 Cyber Talent Study. N2K and WiCyS have come together under a common mission to attract,...
Cisonomics Podcast: Cyber diversity in ’24 (Larry Whiteside Jr & Lynn Dohm – 10 years in!)
Larry Whiteside Jr and Lynn Dohm are trailblazers in improving diversity in cyber, Larry as a CISO, thought leader and founder of non-profit Cyversity, and Lynn as an award-winning leader and Exec Director of Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS). Here they look back at...
Do We Belong Here Podcast – Andrea Frost’s Journey from Ski Slopes to Cyber Expertise
Join us as we dive into Andrea Frost’s inspiring journey from the ski slopes to becoming a cybersecurity expert. In this video, Andrea shares her unique path, the challenges she overcame, and her insights into the dynamic world of cybersecurity. Discover how her...