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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...
CyberCatalysts: Empowering the Next Generation of Cyber Leaders
On May 8, 2024, the Center for Long-Term Cybersecurity co-hosted “CyberCatalysts: Empowering the Next Generation of Cyber Leaders,” an event presented alongside Cyversity and Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), with the generous support of Accenture and Salesforce. Held...
Empowering Cybersecurity Futures: WiCyS and Target Launch Third Annual Cyber Defense Challenge
WiCyS proudly announces the launch of its third annual Cyber Defense Challenge in partnership with Target, marking another year of empowerment for WiCyS members. COOKEVILLE, Tenn., May 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- WiCyS proudly announces the launch of its...
Center for Internet Security Awards $250,000 Grant to Support Women in CyberSecurity
Second annual Alan Paller Laureate Program winner is committed to promoting education, diversity and addressing the critical workforce shortage EAST GREENBUSH, N.Y. May 29, 2024 — The Center for Internet Security, Inc. (CIS®) is proud to award the second annual Alan...
Unraveling Burnout at RSA Conference 2024
By: Greg McDonough Given all of the passionate discussions and thought provoking presentations at RSA Conference 2024, it can be easy to forget some of the daily stresses that plague the cybersecurity industry. The job can be near thankless in that when it is...
eChannelNews Women in Tech Interview Series – Lynn Dohm
Lynn Dohm is the executive director of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS), an organization supporting women in the technology industry. She joined the WiCyS leadership team from the Chicagoland area where where she became passionate about addressing the critical workforce...
Commencement Speaker Lynn Dohm to Receive Honorary Degree
Cybersecurity expert and advocate Lynn Dohm will receive a Doctor of Science & Technology, Honoris Causa, from Champlain College and serve as the commencement speaker to Champlain College Online undergraduate and master’s students. Lynn Dohm’s area of focus...
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Smriti Bhatt’s Cybersecurity Journey: Harnessing the Power of Mentorship
"In my journey, WiCyS has been more than an organization—it's been my anchor and my launchpad. It's shown me that in cybersecurity, representation matters deeply. When I first attended a WiCyS conference in 2018, I saw women who looked like me, excelling and leading...
Top 7 Strategies to Achieve Your Secure by Design Goals
By: Kelly Onu In April 2023, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published a comprehensive white paper on the principles of "Secure by Design," focusing on embedding security into the product lifecycle from the ground up. This paper primarily...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | Don’t Let Cybercriminals Swipe Your Savings: Lock Down Your Financial Accounts!
A Slick Scam and an Empty Bank Account Emily was having a typical busy Tuesday. She grabbed her morning coffee, glanced at her phone, and noticed a text from her bank: "Did you make this transaction? Reply YES or NO." She frowned. She hadn't made any purchases...
From Injury to Innovation: Andrea Frost’s Rise in Cybersecurity and the Role of WiCyS
"WiCyS has been a community that made me believe in my potential and my place in cybersecurity. The 2015 conference was a turning point that gave me the confidence to step out of my comfort zone and pursue my passion with purpose. Now, I am dedicated to giving back...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | Download Danger: How to Outwit Malicious Mobile Apps
The Mysterious App: A Short Cautionary Tale One lazy Sunday while on social media, Sarah stumbled upon an ad for a new photo editing app, 'PiksPerfect.' Intrigued by its stunning filters, she downloaded it without hesitation. At first, the app worked great, but...
Cyber Trailblazers Unite
The Ford Women in Cybersecurity (FWCyS) - India Chapter, in collaboration with Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) - India Chapter, recently hosted a "Cyber Trailblazers Unite" event in Chennai, India at the Ford Global Business and Technology Center (GTBC) in Chennai,...
What the Heck is a Personal Brand, Anyway?
By: Keena Wiliams-Finney You see it everywhere now — develop your personal brand. Build a strong personal brand. Why is having a personal brand important? As I started pivoting my tech transition journey, I panicked — wait, what is my personal brand? Do I have one?...
The Quantum Threat: How Financial Institutions Can Stay Ahead in an Evolving Cyber Landscape
By: Nneoma Iheonun As quantum information sciences and technologies continue to advance, they bring both revolutionary potential and significant risks, particularly for sectors reliant on digital security like financial services. Quantum computing, with its...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | Phantom Voices: Defend Against Voice Cloning Attacks
The Unexpected Call: A Story of Deception Margaret, a retired teacher, enjoyed her peaceful mornings in her small suburban home. One day as she was enjoying her morning coffee, she received a frantic call from her grandson, Jacob, who was away at college. His...
How WiCyS Changed Everything: Devonie Nelson’s Journey to Cyber Success
"WiCyS was a game-changer in my journey, offering unwavering support and invaluable resources that reshaped my entire life. Through attending conferences and founding a student chapter, my involvement with WiCyS directly led to securing my dream job at Modern Health....
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