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Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) hosting Fifth Annual Virtual Career Fair
COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) is hosting its next Virtual Career Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. CT, which is free for all members. Anyone looking for a cybersecurity internship, full-time job,...
Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) Market News
Each business day, MSSP Alert delivers a quick lineup of news, analysis and chatter from across the managed security services provider ecosystem. The Content:Â Written for MSSPs and MSPs; threat hunters; security operations center as a service (SOCaaS); managed...
Biden Administration Unveils National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy
July 31, 2023 - The Biden-Harris Administration unveiled the National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy (NCWES), aimed at reducing cyber workforce gaps and empowering individuals to enter the cyber workforce. The NCWES follows the release of the National...
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 LANDSCAPEÂ 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...
BLOGS
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,...
Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) Joins Forces with SANS Security Awareness
For almost two decades SANS OUCH! Security Awareness newsletter has been one of the most trusted, community-driven resources for helping ordinary computer users secure their daily lives. Each month the OUCH! newsletter is published, for free, focusing on a key...
BOOK REVIEW – The Code Book by Simon Singh ( JoAnna Parker Martin)
Review By JoAnna Parker Martin As long as there has been communication, there have been efforts to keep communication secret. "The Code Book" by Simon Singh is a fascinating journey through the history of cryptography, the science of secret communication. The book...
BOOK REVIEW – “The Cuckoo’s Egg” by Cliff Stoll ( JoAnna Parker Martin)
By JoAnna Parker Martin "The Cuckoo's Egg" by Cliff Stoll is a thrilling true story that provides a unique perspective on the early days of computer security. The book follows Stoll, a good-natured and quirky systems administrator at a government laboratory, as he...
Women in Cybersecurity You Need to Know
This year’s Women’s History Month is here and, once again, the Making Space initiative is spotlighting women in cybersecurity who have been nominated by our coalition partners. Given the rise of local, national and global threat actors, it is important to highlight...
The Rise of the BISO in Contemporary Cybersecurity
While the BISO might appear to be a new role, it is not – and understanding its past provides insights into its present. Business Information Security Officers (BISOs) have become increasingly popular over the last few years. But what they are, what they do, and how...
How Universities Can Create In roads in Cybersecurity for Diverse Talent
Today, only 24% of jobs in the cybersecurity industry are currently filled by women. While women are showing increased interest in this career opportunity, limited access and opportunities for females to pursue this interest present real obstacles to their greater...
Happy New Year, Members- Welcome to 2023! (Cat Contillo)
As we all know, every new year tends to come with resolutions or goals to change our lives. As we continue to move forward one step at a time, focus on where you are and where you want to be. Your resolutions don’t need to be the same as everyone else's or include the...
A Research Journey in Network Security at SANS (Gabriel Chen)
Submitted By: Gabriel Chen Doing research and pushing boundaries in innovations is one of the most important components to shape our future of Computer Security. Early this year, I was fortunate to be funded by WiCyS to work on a research paper at SANS. Here, I would...
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (Cat Contillo)
Submitted By: Cat Contillo National Disability Employment Awareness Month occurs every October, and its purpose is to raise awareness of the employment needs and contributions of individuals with disabilities. This celebration also provides education about the value...
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PODCASTS
MOJO Maker for Womxn in Tech Podcast: The Power of Belonging with WiCyS Executive Director Lynn Dohm
Join Karen Worstell as she sits down with WiCyS Executive Director, Lynn Dohm to discuss the upcoming WiCyS 2021 Conference in Colorado in September and what moving the needle looks like to improve representation and diversity in the cybersecurity industry. Lynn...
Cybercrime Magazine: 2020 Cybersecurity Person of the Year. Women in Cyber Advocate. Ambareen Siraj, Founder of WiCyS
Cybersecurity Ventures announced that Dr. Ambareen Siraj, professor of Computer Science and founding director of the Cybersecurity Education, Research and Outreach Center (CEROC) at Tennessee Tech University, has been named 2020 Cybersecurity Person Of The Year. Dr....
Cybercrime Magazine: Cybercrime Magazine Update: WiCyS Partnership! Steve Morgan, Founder of Cybersecurity Ventures.
Steve Morgan introduces the exciting new partnership of Cybersecurity Ventures and Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS).