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Craig Newmark Philanthropies Awards $250,000 Grant to Support Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS)
New Grant Enhances Security Training Scholarship Program with AI Component and Military Track to Continue Boosting Cybersecurity Education and Diversity COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Craig Newmark Philanthropies (CNP) is excited to announce...
WiCyS and ISC2 Launch Fall Camp for Cybersecurity Certification
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 for cybersecurity professionals, is excited to...
WiCyS Announces 2024 Mentorship Program: Growing Together
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), the nonprofit organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention and advancement of women in cybersecurity, is happy to announce the launch of the 2024 Mentor/Mentee Program. COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/...
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Announces 5th Annual Security Training Scholarship
Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) is proud to announce the 5th annual Security Training Scholarship (STS) Program in partnership with the SANS Institute. This initiative, made possible by WiCyS Tier 1 Partners and Premier Supporters such as Craig Newmark Philanthropies,...
National Cyber Workforce and Education Education Strategy: Unleashing American’s Cyber Talent
Technology and humanity are intertwined. Technology itself does not have a value system; rather it carries the values of its owners and operators. Cyberspace is composed not only of technology and protocols, but also people. People are an integral part of cyberspace,...
Women in IT Security Lack Opportunities, Not Talent
Much work remains to be done to ensure equal opportunities and a supportive environment for women in IT security. By: Nathan Eddy Female IT professionals in cybersecurity are as skilled as their male counterparts but still face challenges in career advancement...
How an ‘unachievable’ dream pushed this cybersecurity expert: Lynn Dohm Featured in SiliconRepublic
Lynn Dohm discusses turning your passion into a career and the importance of finding a diverse and engaged community in cybersecurity. By: Laura Varley Early in her career, Lynn Dohm found even the term ‘cybersecurity’ to be almost mystical and unattainable. ...
The importance of inclusion: Lynn Dohm Featured in Security Magazine
Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of nonprofit organization WiCyS discusses the importance of inclusion when solving the cybersecurity workforce gap. By Rachelle Blair-Frasier, Editor in Chief Each year, Security magazine highlights the careers and impact of women...
Diverse Cybersecurity Workforce Act Offers More Than Diversity Benefits
Our adversaries certainly have diversity — so cybersecurity teams need it, too. By: Lynn Dohm While some may consider the Diverse Cybersecurity Workforce Act as intended primarily to improve diversity in a workforce dominated by white men, that attitude ignores...
WiCyS Kansas City Affiliate Ribbon Cutting
In a significant stride towards inclusivity in the cybersecurity sector, the Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Kansas City Metroplex affiliate celebrates its grand opening. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, symbolizing the dawn of a new chapter for gender diversity in...
BLOGS
Strengthening cybersecurity teams through skills-based hiring
By: Lynn Dohm A shift to skills-based hiring and training is key to solving cybersecurity’s workforce shortage, creating more opportunities and stronger security teams. The cybersecurity industry is facing a significant workforce shortage, with organisations often...
ISC2 Partners with WiCyS to Encourage Women in Cybersecurity Careers
ISC2 and WiCyS are partnering to promote accessibility to cybersecurity educational resources and certifications. The WiCyS + ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity Certification Spring Camp is an offering for WiCyS members where they experience the power of community,...
Empowering Women in Cybersecurity: Lynn Dohm on Leading WiCyS and Closing the Gender Gap
Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), is driving change in security and women in tech by closing the gender gap through mentorship, education, and community support. With over 20 years of experience, she leads initiatives that empower women...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | Beware of Deepfakes: A New Age of Deception
Caught off Guard: Steve's Story Steve was at his desk when he received a frantic video call from his manager, Bela. She looked stressed in the video call, her voice hurried. “I need you to send the confidential client report to this new email right away!” she...
WiCyS Stories: Thanyathorn (Smile) Thanapattheerakul’s Journey from Software Engineering to Cybersecurity
“The WiCyS Target Cyber Defense Challenge was an incredible opportunity that allowed me to develop new skills while participating in real-world offensive and defensive security scenarios. I embraced the challenge, stepping out of my comfort zone to acquire knowledge...
WiCyS Stories: Andrea Molnar’s Path from Communications to Cybersecurity
“WiCyS helped me build a strong foundation in cybersecurity through globally recognized scholarships and certifications. Programs like the Google Cybersecurity Certificate and the Target Cyber Defense Challenge expanded my network and provided invaluable hands-on...
WiCyS Stories: How Mariami Kentchadze Built a Community and Found Empowerment Through WiCyS
"WiCyS has been a defining force in my cybersecurity journey, providing me with opportunities that have shaped my career and strengthened my confidence in this field. Through WiCyS, I’ve been honored to participate in incredible programs that expanded my skills,...
Building My Home Lab: A Cybersecurity Adventure Through a Neurodivergent Lens
BY: Angylina Zayn If you’ve been following my journey, you’ll know I’ve been diving deep into cybersecurity — specifically ethical hacking. It’s been 112 days since I started this wild ride, and 91 days since I joined Zero to Mastery (ZTM). What a ride it’s been! From...
Building a Security-First Culture: The Crucial Role of Security Engineers
BY: Swati Babbar In today’s fast-paced world, organizations face growing cyber threats that can undermine their operational integrity, customer trust, and financial stability. While it’s crucial to have advanced security technologies in place, many organizations...
WiCyS Stories: Betta Lyon-Delsordo’s Journey from Self-Taught Coder to Cybersecurity Professional
"My first WiCyS Conference was a turning point in my career. It showed me that I didn’t need decades of experience to share valuable insights. The connections I made, the skills I gained and the confidence I found there transformed how I approach my career. Today, I’m...
PODCASTS
Through The TechVine Radio Program With Diana Kelley, Sean Martin, And Marco Ciappelli
Episode 15 live podcast of Through the TechVine with the fabulous Diana Kelley, Janell Straach, Sean Martin, and Marco Ciappelli at ITSPmagazine as they discuss the WiCyS 2021 conference. ITSP Magazine (2021, June 2). Through The TechVine Radio Program With Diana...
Hacker Valley Studio: Programs for Women & Veterans in Cyber w/ WiCyS- SPECIAL EDITION
The Cyber Ranch Podcast chats with Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) and Martha Laughman, Veterans Initiative Lead at WiCyS and Director of Workforce Development at Smoothstack about the amazing programs for women and women veterans at...
The Power of Belonging with WiCyS Executive Director Lynn Dohm
Today’s guest on the MOJO Maker for Womxn in Tech Podcast is Lynn Dohm, the Executive Director of Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS). Join us as we discuss the upcoming WiCyS 2021 Conference in Colorado in September and what moving the needle looks like to improve...
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).