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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...
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...
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Wonder Woman’s next adventure: WiCyS x Amazon Security CTF 2024
By: CyberSecJess The WiCyS x Amazon On-Site CTF was a multi-city, two-day challenge held on November 14th and 15th across Arlington, VA; New York, NY; and Seattle, WA. Participants individually tackled a range of challenge categories — Jeopardy style — such as web...
SANS OUCH! Newsletter’s WiCyS Guest Editor | Unveiling the Shadows: How Cyber Criminals Steal Your Passwords
A Digital Nightmare: Lisa's Unwanted Exposure Lisa, a graphic designer with a knack for creativity, lived much of her life online. She managed her banking, shopping, and social interactions through various apps and websites. One day, she noticed some strange...
The Limits of Privacy: Reconciling Data Protection with National Security and Public Safety in the Age of AI
BY: Motunrayo Adebayo The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, particularly in surveillance, law enforcement, and intelligence-gathering, has raised significant concerns about the balance between national security and individual privacy....
JPMorganChase Leadership Spotlight: Inclusive Insights from one of our Partners
Featured in this article is Dawn David-Swan, one of our change-making partners at JPMorganChase. Dawn is a Vice President and Risk Assurance Investigations Cyber Lead in the New York office, with over five years at the firm. She co-leads the CTC DEI Retention &...
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,...
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