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LinkUp in Cyber – Fast chats, real Connections
2025 Student Experience Grants – Case study #3 Breaking into cybersecurity can feel daunting. Mary and the Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) Student Chapter created LinkUp in Cyber, a speed networking event connecting students with industry professionals – both on campus...
The Cyber Handshake by Women in CyberSecurity Sri Lanka Affiliate
In an increasingly digital world, cyber security is no longer a niche field, it is a National priority. One organisation giving efforts to strengthen this community is the WiCyS Sri Lanka Affiliate, part of the global movement of Women in Cyber-Security (WiCyS). WiCyS...
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Launches AI Security Accelerator Program for Maryland Members
New initiative equips unemployed, underemployed and incumbent women with in-demand AI security skills to help protect the nation's digital infrastructure from emerging AI-driven threats. COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS),...
Semperis Names Women in Cyber Security (WiCyS) as an Action Partner for Midnight in the War Room, the Groundbreaking Documentary on Cyberwar
HOBOKEN, N.J., Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Semperis, the identity-driven cyber resilience and crisis management company, today named Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS)— the premier global advocacy organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of...
WiCyS End-of-Year Recap 2025
Ring in 2026 by recapping the year that was for WiCyS in 2025! WiCyS 2025 Year In Review
WiCyS launches applied GRC training as demand grows for risk-focused cybersecurity roles
The Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) is expanding its professional development offerings with the launch of the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Intensive Training Program, a 14-week cohort-based initiative designed to provide early to mid-career cybersecurity...
WiCyS Debuts GRC Intensive Training Program to Prepare the Next Generation of Risk and Compliance Leaders
The new training program equips early to mid-career professionals with hands-on governance, risk and compliance experience aligned to real-world enterprise needs. COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) is expanding its...
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...
BLOGS
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...
Strengthening Security Through Bug Bounty Programs
BY: Prit Patel, Dell Technologies, Senior Security Engineer What Is a Bug Bounty Program? A bug bounty program is an extension of your security strategy. It enables researchers from around the world to report vulnerabilities found in your products,...
PODCASTS
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...
N2K CyberWire Daily: Alleged leaked files expose a dirty secret
An alleged leak of Google’s search algorithm contradicts the company’s public statements. German researchers discover a critical vulnerability in a TP-Link router. Breachforums is back…maybe. The Seattle Public Library suffers a ransomware attack. A Georgia man gets...
Cyber Crime Junkies Podcast with Lynn Dohm: How To Measure Inclusion and Equality. Overcoming Bias in Cyber
How Equality Is Addressed in Cyber Security Field. We talk head-on about how equality is addressed in cyber security field. We address:, inequality in cyber security, ways to stop bias in cyber security, and the glass ceiling in cyber security. Lynn Dohm, head of...
Boosting Diversity in Cybersecurity with WiCyS’s Lynn Dohm
Lynn Dohm talks about accessibility and inclusivity challenges within today’s cybersecurity landscape, the importance of leveraging diverse mindsets, skill sets, and perspectives, and how to meaningfully improve the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in...
Lynn Dohm featured on Cyber Queens Podcast “Advancing Women in Cybersecurity with WiCyS”
It's finally happen, the queens are sitting down with the Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) organization with none other than the Executive Director herself- Lynn Dohm. Discover the pivotal programs and initiatives WiCyS offers to support and advance women in the...
Lynn Dohm featured in CyberWire Daily Podcast “The fight against exploiting Americans”
Lynn Dohm and N2K President Simone Petrella talk with Dave Bittner about a new partnership for a comprehensive Cyber Talent Study to deepen the collective understanding of cybersecurity competencies within the industry. Read the full description of the full podcast,...
The Power of Diverse Perspective with Lynn Dohm featured on Afternoon Cyber Tea
Lynn Dohm, the Executive Director of Women in Cybersecurity, joins Ann on this week's episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea. Lynn boasts over 25 years of invaluable experience in organizational and leadership roles, making her a prominent figure within the Women in...
How Do we Recruit, Retain, And Empower A More Diverse Workforce with Lynn Dohm featured on Executives Unpacked
This week, join host Laurie Scott as he welcomes Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of WiCyS. With a vast career in cybersecurity, leadership and the education space, Lynn discusses bridging gaps, retaining talent, fostering diversity, and advancing individuals in the...
Lynn Dohm: A Global Sisterhood
Today's guest is Lynn Dohm, Executive Director at Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS). In today’s episode, Lynn discusses WiCyS and her role as Executive Director, how WiCyS became a non-profit organization, how the pandemic affected the organization, WiCyS’ partnerships,...
BeyondTrust features Lynn Dohm in The Wonder Women of Cybersecurity
In this episode James hosts Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of WiCyS. Lynn shares the origin story of WiCyS, from humble beginnings as an NSF-funded conference to today's thriving global community empowering women at all stages of their cybersecurity careers. Join us as...