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Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Announces 4th Annual Security Training Scholarship
COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), the nonprofit organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in cybersecurity, announced that its 4th annual Security Training Scholarship will open for...
Interview With Lynn Dohm – Executive Director at Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS)
In an exclusive interview, SafetyDetectives had the privilege of sitting down with Lynn Dohm, the Executive Director at WiCyS (Women in Cybersecurity). With a passion for fostering women’s growth in cybersecurity, Lynn sheds light on WiCyS’s impactful mission, the...
Why Diversity Makes Cybersecurity Stronger
New perspectives and diverse mindsets are needed to stay ahead of evolving attacks, yet diversity in cybersecurity remains woefully inadequate. By Esther Shein THE CYBER THREAT LANDSCAPE is constantly evolving, requiring a variety of viewpoints and diverse...
Gender Diversity in Cybercrime Forums: Women Users on the Rise
In recent years, there has been a shift toward increased gender equality in underground cybercriminal forums. This stands in stark contrast to the more male-dominated cybersecurity industry, where women continue to face significant barriers to entry and advancement. A...
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Announces Launch of Speakers Spotlight Program
Sponsored by Cisco, program will give WiCyS members access to Innovation Women speaking resources and opportunities COOKEVILLE, Tenn., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), the nonprofit organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention and...
ISMG and WiCyS Join Forces to Enhance Cybersecurity Knowledge Sharing and Community Engagement
Princeton, NJ – June 19, 2023 – Information Security Media Group (ISMG) is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS), a leading non-profit organization committed to empowering women in the field of cybersecurity. WiCyS has been...
Women in CyberSecurity and (ISC)2 announce applications open for Certified in Cybersecurity Certification Summer Camp
Program will train entry-level participants in five security domains COOKEVILLE, Tenn., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC)2), Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), the nonprofit organization dedicated...
Inclusivity, Diversity, and Gender Equality in Cybersecurity
The rapid development of digital and communication technologies has, in the space of a few short decades, revolutionised the human experience. Today, computers, the Internet, and other forms of digital communication play roles in all facets of society and are the...
How to Tackle The Cybersecurity Careers Gap
Too many people are uncertain on how to enter or grow in the cybersecurity industry. While it’s a relatively young field, we still really haven’t done a good job defining what it means to have a career in cyber. For hiring managers worried about finding candidates...
12 Ways to Approach the Cybersecurity Skills Gap Challenge in 2023
A 2022 study from cybersecurity training and certifications non-profit the International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC)² found that the worldwide gap of cybersecurity workers totals 3.4 million. The need to fill those positions is unlikely...
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Breaking Barriers: Empowering Women in Cybersecurity (Part 2 of 2)
Breaking Barriers: Empowering Women in Cybersecurity (part 2 of 2) Potent Insights from Women in CybersecurityOver the past century, women have shattered the glass ceiling in many industries, from breaking through stereotypes in STEM to challenging the status quo by...
“Cybersecurity Leadership” and Why There Is No Box for It to Fit In!
By: Jaclyn Sanchez, JRI Cybersecurity As a job seeker, if you are like me and many of my fellow cybersecurity leaders, you are met with conflicting expectations and requirements when searching for cybersecurity leadership roles. Many job seekers look for their ideal...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | I’m Hacked, Now What?
Have I Been Hacked? The internet can be overwhelming, with new technologies changing all the time. No matter how safe you try to be, sooner or later you may be unfortunate enough to get hacked. The sooner you detect something bad has happened, and the faster you...
Gender Gap in the Cybersecurity Industry
By: Emeje Fatima, McKesson Corporation The cybersecurity industry consists of only 25% women in its workforce. The situation results from a variety of contributing factors such as the lack of enough female models in the industry and stereotypes. Also, women are...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | The Power of Password Managers
Are You Frustrated with Passwords? Like most people, you likely find creating, managing, and remembering all your different passwords a daunting task. It seems like every website has different password rules and many require additional security measures such as...
Fostering Inclusive Language In Security
Written by: Dave Spencer and Meg Bhatia Building an inclusive community is not an overnight activity, which is why Dell Technologies emphasizes fostering an inclusive culture in our mission. While there are many corporate activities that take place to encourage an...
Securing Tomorrow: Empowering the Next Generation in Cybersecurity
Securing Tomorrow: Empowering the Next Generation in Cybersecurity By: Rachana Kamat In today's digital age, where technology plays a pivotal role in our lives, it has become crucial to prioritize cybersecurity education from a young age. By introducing kids to the...
Empowering the next generation to meet technology innovations | Microsoft Security Blog
Closing the cybersecurity talent gap is not something we can achieve alone; it requires a collective effort from the entire industry and focus on enabling cybersecurity awareness and education for all. This realization hit home for us during our recent participation...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | Stop Those Phone Call Scams
The StoryDavid was busy watching his favorite streaming series when he got a phone call from a number he did not recognize. The area code was the same as his, so he assumed it was someone local and answered the phone. Right away David was asked to confirm his full...
WiCyS Launches Speaker Program to Give Voice to More Women in Cyber
Public speakers play a vital role in our society, serving as catalysts for change, inspiration, and empowerment. Through their words and presence, public speakers can shape narratives, share knowledge, and drive positive change in our ever-evolving world. Moreover,...
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